Desiree Agee, LCSW, LAC, Trauma Therapist

Hi, I’m Desiree Agee (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor based in Fort Collins, Colorado. I work with adults of all genders and sexual orientations, and I welcome clients from all identities and backgrounds. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma (including PTSD and C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, addiction, and ADHD.

My approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, safety, and collaboration. I understand how vulnerable it can feel to begin therapy, and my priority is to meet you where you are without judgment so you can feel supported in showing up as your most authentic self.

Therapy with me is individualized and paced according to your needs. I draw from evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches and tailor treatment to what is most supportive for each person. I also value ongoing learning and am always seeking out new approaches and modalities that may benefit the individuals I work with.

I offer walk and talk therapy and animal-assisted therapy for clients who may benefit from a more experiential approach. For in-person sessions, my therapy dog, a Golden Retriever named Stiles, may be present. His participation is always guided by client preference and comfort, and he often brings a calming and grounding presence to the therapeutic space.

My clinical experience includes helping those in populations such as corrections, domestic violence shelters, crisis centers, addiction recovery programs, therapeutic equine-assisted settings, schools, family wraparound services, and group therapy programs such as Celebrating Families. These experiences have shaped my belief that meaningful therapy must be individualized, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world understanding.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Rogers State University (Psi Chi member) and my Master of Social Work from the University of Oklahoma, where I was involved in the Social Work Student Association. I have completed specialized education in Addiction work. I am currently taking courses to expand my training in Animal Assisted Therapy activities.

Current Availability & Group Offerings

I am no longer offering individual therapy at this time. I will periodically offer therapeutic groups in Fort Collins, Colorado, with topics and approaches varying based on the group.

Upcoming groups, dates, availability, and registration information will be posted as offerings become available.

Groups may be offered in person at the Hope Roots office in Fort Collins, Colorado, with offerings and format varying by group.

Contact intake@hoperoots.org or 970-200-8575 to inquire about group availability.

Colorado Medicaid (all regions), Medicare, Tricare/Triwest, or Sliding Scale Private Pay.

Education

I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rogers State University, where I was a member of Psi Chi. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Oklahoma in May 2023, where I was involved in the Social Work Student Association.

I have also completed specialized education and training in addiction treatment, trauma, EMDR, nervous system regulation, behavioral health, crisis intervention, and experiential approaches.

Training & Certifications

Current Training

E.Qi Foundations & Clinical Applications Certification Course

Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy Certification
Currently completing certification training.

Animal-Assisted Therapy: Stiles, my Golden Retriever, was certified with me as a therapy dog team. His participation in therapeutic settings is always guided by client preference and comfort. (See more about Styles to the right or below)

(2025 Cont.)

• Neurofeedback Bootcamp for Beginners: BCIA Didactic Workshop

• Tier 3: Prolonged Exposure SBHP

• EMDR Therapy Protocols for Early Intervention & Ongoing Traumatic Stress

• 2025 HAP Conference

• Embodied Healing for Developmental Trauma: Harnessing Implicit Memory

• Overcoming Trauma-Related Shame and Self-Loathing

• Tier 1: Introduction to Military Culture and the Military-Connected Experience

• Trauma Defined: Bessel van der Kolk on The Body Keeps the Score

• POCA Auricular Acu-Technician (AAT) Certification

• EMDR Intensive Course

• EMDR Basic Training

2024

• Principles of Addiction Treatment

• Advanced Professional and Ethical Practice

• Infectious Diseases in Addiction Treatment

• Pharmacology 1

• Advanced Pharmacology

• Clinical Supervision

• Clinical Supervision 2

2023

• Master of Social Work (MSW) — University of Oklahoma (May 2023)

• Principles of Addiction Treatment

• Advanced Professional and Ethical Practice

Specialties

• EMDR Therapy

• Neurofeedback

• Walk and Talk Therapy

• Mind Body

• Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy

Issues

• ADHD / ADD

• Addiction

• Anxiety

• Complex Trauma / PTSD

• Grief

• Life Transitions

Therapy Groups

• Click here to see upcoming Therapy Groups