Hayley Evans, MA, LMFT

Holistic Therapeutic Coach • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist • Practice Owner

A Compassionate, Integrative Approach to Healing and Connection

My work is rooted in loving‑kindness, acceptance, and a deep respect for the complexity of being human. I believe we are all doing the best we can with the tools, experiences, and life we were given—and that with the right support, those tools can expand. Healing is not about fixing what is broken. It is about reconnecting with what has always been whole in you, and building the capacity to live from that place more fully and consistently.

In our work together, my role is not to tell you who or how you should be. Instead, I offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can be fully yourself while gently and intentionally shifting patterns that no longer serve you. I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches — including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and somatic awareness — tailoring each session to what you uniquely need rather than applying a one-size-fits-all framework. This means our work is always responsive, collaborative, and deeply personal.

Therapeutic coaching combines the depth and insight of therapy with the clarity and directness of coaching, enabling substantial, meaningful change in a shorter time than traditional clinical treatment. It helps turn life’s challenges into opportunities for more authentic, connected living. Rather than simply managing symptoms, we work to understand the deeper patterns driving them — so that change feels lasting rather than temporary.

Whether you are navigating a specific struggle or simply sensing that something needs to shift, this work meets you exactly where you are. Together, we move toward a life that feels more aligned, more purposeful, and more genuinely yours.

 

 

Lived Experience Meets Clinical Depth

Like many of the people I serve, I grew up in a family where difficult experiences and unresolved pain shaped our relationships. Early life challenges showed up as anxiety, shame, or feeling disconnected—and I understand how isolating that can feel. My own journey of healing, alongside years of professional training, deeply informs my work.

Personal experiences navigating intimacy, body image, sexuality, and partnership—combined with extensive training in evidence‑based sex therapy—have given me a nuanced understanding of desire, connection, and relationship dynamics. This allows me to meet clients with both skill and genuine empathy, especially when the work feels tender or complex.

Relationships, Healing, and Emotional Health

Relationships and emotional well-being go hand in hand. When conflict, stress, or emotional struggles arise, it’s common to feel alone, confused, or powerless. Many people try to manage it on their own—but real change almost always happens in connection.

I help clients understand how family patterns, culture, beliefs, and past experiences shape how we relate to ourselves and others today. When individuals, couples, or families engage in this work, meaningful change becomes possible—for one person and the whole system.

I welcome teens and adults, supporting individuals, couples, and families. I also offer intensive sessions for those who want to focus their healing in a shorter, more concentrated time frame.

My Therapeutic Coaching Approach

My goal is to work with you to break cycles of shame, disconnection, or self-doubt, while helping you consciously create a life and relationships that feel aligned with who you really are.

I am especially passionate about working with clients who feel different in some way, including:

• Neurodivergent individuals
• LGBTQ+ clients
• Those in non-traditional relationships, including consensual non‑monogamy
• Clients exploring kink or alternative expressions of intimacy

This work often involves letting go of outdated beliefs about who you’re supposed to be and reconnecting with your own sense of authority and authenticity.

Modalities I Integrate

I draw on a variety of approaches to help clients feel more connected, grounded, and in control of their emotions and relationships. Some of the ways we work together may include:

• Understanding and processing emotions and relationship patterns
• Techniques to calm the nervous system and reduce stress
• Practical strategies based on how the brain and body respond to challenges
• Mindfulness and meditation exercises to support focus and presence
• Exploring different parts of yourself to understand conflicting thoughts or behaviors
• Body-based and movement practices to release tension and restore balance
• Gentle energy and awareness techniques to enhance overall well-being

This integrative approach helps clients gain emotional insight, regulate their nervous system, and create lasting change.

An Affirming, Sex-Positive, and Nonjudgmental Practice

Intimacy and sexuality are central to many relational challenges, so sex therapy is an important part of my work. I maintain advanced training through the Sexual Health Alliance and continue learning from leaders such as Emily Nagoski.

I support individuals and couples with:

• Low or mismatched desire
• Sexual shame or anxiety
• Painful or avoidant sex (including vaginismus)
• Erectile or ejaculation concerns
• Recovery from sexual trauma
• Exploring desire, curiosity, and communication

Whether you are healing from past experiences or exploring new possibilities, I provide a safe, respectful, and culturally aware space.

Ongoing Growth and Integrity

I am committed to continual learning and self-reflection as a clinician. My work is informed by ongoing research and training in neuroscience, attachment, trauma, and intimacy. I actively examine my own biases and remain dedicated to ethical, inclusive, and responsive care.

Life Beyond the Therapy Room

Relationships are central to both my personal and professional life. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my partner, 3 children, and community. Living in Colorado, I’m nourished by the outdoors— time in nature has been integral to my own healing.

Exercise, meditation, and retreats also play a meaningful role in my life, supporting presence, embodiment, and calm. I prioritize self-care not as a luxury, but as a responsibility—so I can show up grounded and resourced for those I serve.

Ways I Support Clients

In addition to sex therapy, I currently offer focused support in the following areas:

• Trauma Therapy – Healing developmental, relational, and complex challenges with trauma-informed and body-based approaches
• Women’s Empowerment – Supporting identity and clarity in relationships, career, and life decisions
• Parent Coaching – Helping parents understand stress, attachment, and healthier family interactions
• Young Adult Therapy – Supporting transitions, identity growth, relationships, and emotional regulation
• Psychedelic Integration Therapy – Supporting safe processing and integration of psychedelic experiences for personal growth and healing

Begin Your Healing Journey

You don’t have to navigate this work alone. Whether you’re facing relational challenges, parenting stress, or intimacy concerns, therapeutic coaching can help you reconnect—with yourself and those who matter most.

I offer a compassionate, direct, and supportive approach focused on meaningful change. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, emotional safety, and authentic connection.

Ready to begin? Schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward a more connected, fulfilling life.

Education & Advanced Training

• MA, Marriage & Family Therapy – Regis University
• BA, Psychology (Minor: Family & Human Development) – Arizona State University
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Advanced Trainings & Certifications Include:

• Sex Therapy Training – Sexual Health Alliance
• Pleasure Is the Measure – Emily Nagoski
• Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment Training
• Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Certification
• Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (Core Skills & Externship)
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
• Working With Shame in Therapy
• Transforming Trauma: Clinical Sustainability
• Synergetic Play Therapy (Intro)
• ADHD – Focused Therapy Training
• Meditation & Mindfulness Training with various teachers and Buddhist monks
• Ongoing training in neuroscience and attachment