Surviving trauma begins with knowing that you are not alone.
We are here to help you find
peace through emotional healing,
safety through empowerment, and
hope through healthy relationships.
Reaching HOPE is a nonprofit dedicated to providing compassionate and supportive mental health services to those impacted by child abuse, sexual assault, relationship violence and other trauma.
Reaching HOPE welcomes all walks of life and celebrates cultural diversity. We believe that each individual has unique strengths that empower them to make the journey from a victim to a survivor.
We are here to support you along your journey.
PARENTING SUPPORT
Therapeutic support and education for parents on how to most effectively help your child flourish after surviving adversity.
INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY
One-on-one sessions with your therapist focused on achieving your individual needs and goals.
INDIVIDUAL PLAY THERAPY
A specific type of therapy designed for children that uses play as a medium for expressing and working through their concerns.
GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY
Gathering with others who have similar concerns in a supportive, confidential, and therapeutic environment led by a psychologist. Group therapy is availale for children and adults.
COUPLE / FAMILY PSYCHOTHERAPY
Therapeutic intervention for couples or families to help strengthen the connections between family members.
Reaching HOPE provides compassionate mental health services that support trauma survivors in ending the intergenerational cycle of violence. Reaching HOPE supports children, adults, and families in Healing from interpersonal trauma through Outreach to those currently impacted, Prevention efforts for those at risk, and Empowerment of those making the journey from victim to survivor. HOPE is found through individual, family, and group therapy services; parenting support; presentations and trainings; psychoeducation; and community partnerships.
Reaching HOPE aspires to protect future generations through empowering today's families to end the cycle of violence and strive for a safe and peaceful community.
Dr. Ambra Born
Dr. Ambra Born, co-founder of Reaching HOPE, is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with child, adolescent and family survivors of complex trauma. Ambra believes in people's ability to recover from adversity and become stronger because of every life event. In therapy, Ambra will work with you, your child, and/or your family to overcome obstacles and emerge with more confidence, resiliency, and hope. Ambra also offers Animal Assisted Therapy with her therapy dog, Hercules.
Ambra received her PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Child and Adolescent Track from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has been working with trauma survivors for the past 7 years. She has experience with youth and families from culturally diverse backgrounds and enjoys working closely with foster, adoptive, single, teen, and LGBT parents and families.
Dr. Aubrey Austin
Dr. Aubrey Austin, co-founder of Reaching HOPE, specializes in treating adult survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood abuse, and other traumas. Aubrey understands the unique needs of trauma survivors and works to create a safe, supportive, and empathic environment in therapy where healing can begin. Aubrey will help you find your inner strength to heal and empower you to take your life back.
Aubrey earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas, with a specialization in marriage and family issues. Over the past 7 years, Aubrey has worked with trauma survivors by providing psychotherapy, serving as a first-responder at emergency rooms providing crisis counseling to those recently victimized, and testifying as an Expert Witness in domestic violence for Colorado courts.
Crisis / After-hours Resources:
Trauma Resources:
PHONE
Main Office (720) 347-8769
Dr. Ambra Born (720) 347-8836
Dr. Aubrey Austin (720) 347-8845
LOCATIONS
13659 E. 104th Ave #500B
Commerce City, CO 80022
7220 W. Jefferson Ave #219
Lakewood, CO 80235
EMAIL
In case of an emergency , call 9-1-1
or click here for crisis resources
October 20-21, 2011: Reaching HOPE co-sponsors the 1st Annual Nurturing Conference: Nurturing Adolescent Families: Supporting Those Who Support Young Parents.
September 15, 2011: Reaching HOPE guest lectures on "Complex Trauma" at Regis University.
July 13, 2011: Reaching HOPE joins the Child Advocacy Committee at the Coloardo Coalition Against Domestic Violence
July 5, 2011: Reaching HOPE is officially recognized as a Colorado Nonprofit organization.
June 4, 2011: "Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness"
Reaching HOPE presentation at the Counseling & Psychology Symposium, Argosy University Denver
May 20, 2011: Reaching HOPE opens a second office, conveniently located in downtown Denver.
November 5, 2010: Reaching HOPE opens its doors in Lakewood, CO.
