Jessica Downs

With a warm, grounded presence and a unique ability to bring playfulness to the often difficult work of therapy, Jessica Downs, LCSW, stands at the forefront of trauma treatment as a skilled and caring healer. As the co-founder of Live Well Counseling Center, established in 2018 to serve Grand Junction and the State of Colorado, Jessica has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of trauma, distress, and disconnection.

Jessica specializes in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociation, employing a multi-faceted approach that combines Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with Ego State Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and the Theory of Structural Dissociation. Her expertise in these areas allows her to provide comprehensive, individualized care to adults of all ages in one-on-one therapy sessions.

The journey to becoming a trauma specialist began during Jessica's pursuit of a master's degree in social work at the University of Denver. It was there that she was introduced to the transformative power of EMDR in treating trauma. This exposure ignited a passion that led her to seek advanced training and certification in EMDR. Today, Jessica not only practices these techniques but also shares her knowledge as a Trainer and Senior Faculty member with Kase & CO, one of the country's foremost EMDR training providers. Additionally, she serves as a consultant to other therapists, further cementing her status as a leader in the field.

Jessica's path to founding Live Well Counseling Center is as unique as her approach to therapy. Her career began as a high school teacher in Houston, TX, where she routinely worked with students who had experienced trauma. While she loved teaching, Jessica felt a calling to support her students beyond the classroom, which led her to pursue her master's degree in Social Work. This background in education, combined with her extensive training in trauma therapy, gives Jessica a distinctive perspective in her practice.

At Live Well Counseling Center, Jessica and her husband Josh have built a practice rooted in the belief that showing up as authentic selves creates a safe space for clients to do the same. They've assembled a talented team of therapists who share their commitment to serving clients with warmth, compassion, and humility. Whether working with individuals grappling with complex trauma or training the next generation of EMDR practitioners, Jessica Downs brings a blend of expertise, empathy, and innovation to the field of mental health therapy.