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.