CACTUS FLOWER CENTER FOR RESILIENCY
Meet Dr. Katy Barrs
Dr. Barrs has a passion for working with survivors of trauma and individuals experiencing a variety of life stressors, including grief/loss, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship stressors, stage of life changes, PTSD/complex trauma and medical problems. She has extensive experience working with Veterans, Service Members and First Responders along with their family members. With 20 years of experience as a therapist/psychological assessor, ten years as a professor, and 15 years as a clinical supervisor, she provides an open and collaborative space for her clients, students, and colleagues to grow and thrive.
Connection
Acceptance
Authenticity
V A L U E S
Compassion
Leadership
Respect
Relevant History
Education
Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Emphasis in Psychological Assessment & Trauma
University of Denver-2007​
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M.A. in Clinical Psychology
University of Denver-2004
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B.S. in Psychology
University of Georgia-2001
Clinical Skills
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
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Prolonged Exposure (PE)
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Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychedelic Training
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Colorado Natural Medicine Clinical Training Licensee
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Elemental Psychedelics-Advanced Psilocybin Facilitation Program
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Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Sciences/LYKOS
MDMA Assisted Therapy
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Naropa Center for Psychedelic Studies-Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Certification
Awards
2021 University of Denver Faculty Career Champion Award (Nomination)
2020 Division 19 Society for Military Psychology Presidential Citation
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2019 Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1 Citizen of the Year Award
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2018 Colorado House of Representatives Official Commendations
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2016 Division 19 Society for Military Psychology Arthur W. Melton Early Achievement Award
Work Experience
Feb. 2016 - Present
Jan. 2011 - Jan. 2016
Sept. 2007 - Dec. 2010
Sept. 2006 - Aug. 2007
University of Denver
Works as an Associate Clinical Professor at the Graduate School of Professional Psychology, specializing in clinical supervision, psychological assessment, trauma recovery, suicide prevention and military psychology.
Denver Vet Center
Served on an interdisciplinary behavioral health treatment team working with combat Veterans, survivors of military sexual trauma, and family members of active-duty Service Members. Served as the Military Sexual Trauma Treatment Coordinator.
Minneapolis V.A. Medical Center
Served as a staff psychologist on two treatment teams (the Severe Mental Illness Team and the Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization Team) working with Veterans with a variety of mental health diagnoses, life challenges and presenting problems.
Boston Consortium in Clinical Psychology
Served as a clinical psychology intern with Boston Medical Center and the V.A. Boston Healthcare system, working in an inpatient unit, substance abuse residential program, PTSD clinic, and child mental health clinic. Worked as a Clinical Fellow affiliated with Harvard Medical School.
On a personal note...
Dr. Barrs lives in Denver, Colorado with her family. She loves hiking around the many trails of Colorado with her Golden Retriever. She also enjoys yoga, pilates, attending live music, reading, and engaging in community advocacy.