About Journey to Joy

Who We Are

Journey to Joy Counseling offers therapy with licensed therapists, pre-licensed clinicians, and master’s level counseling interns — each working to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, teens, and young people across Colorado.

Whether you are looking for trauma therapy, anxiety support, life-transition counseling, or more affordable therapy options, we can help match you with the right clinician for your needs.

Meet the team

Autumn Alvarez

Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC

Working with teens (12+), and adults.

Accepting new clients

Appointment hours:

Tuesday 10a-5p, Wednesday 10a-6p, Thursday 10a-6p

works with clients both in person and virtually

Diane Carpenter

Working with Adults | Addiction Specialty

MA-level Counseling Intern

Accepting new clients

Appointment hours:

Tuesday 9a-5p, Wednesday 9a-3p, Friday 9a-4pm

works with clients both in person and virtually

Erica Johnson

Founder & Licensed Clinical Supervisor, MA, LPC, LAC, ACS, EMDR Certified & EMDRIA Approved Consultant

Limited client appointments

Appointment hours:

Tuesday 9a-3p, Wednesday 9a-2p, Friday 9a-2p

works with clients both in person and virtually

Supervision Philosophy

We believe quality supervision leads to quality care. Our supervision approach emphasizes:

  • ethical and trauma-informed practice

  • collaborative learning

  • authenticity and connection

  • ongoing clinical growth

  • evidence-based treatment

  • compassionate accountability

By supporting clinicians well, we help support clients well. We are committed to making those early professional experiences supportive, intentional, and client-centered.

Erica Johnson

Founder & Licensed Clinical Supervisor, MA, LPC, LAC, ACS, EMDR Certified & EMDRIA Approved Consultant

Erica believes that great client care starts with well-supported clinicians. Through regular supervision, case consultation, and mentorship, she partners closely with the therapists on her team to ensure clients benefit from thoughtful, collaborative, and high-quality care. To support this work, Erica maintains a limited number of individual counseling appointments.

Begin your journey today.