Abbey Westphal, LCSW, is a clinical therapist and the founder of A Beautiful Mess Therapy, based in southern Colorado. She specializes in trauma and sex therapy, drawing on over a decade of direct clinical experience supporting individuals navigating complex mental health challenges rooted in trauma. Abbey’s professional background spans community mental health, nonprofit leadership, and private practice. Her clinical approach integrates biological, social, emotional, and environmental factors, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed and culturally responsive care. She holds a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (2013) and a Master of Social Work (2015), and is currently pursuing certification in Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education through the University of Michigan. Abbey is an active member of the Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and the Colorado Society for Clinical Social Workers. Her work in training and education focuses on empowering providers with practical, inclusive frameworks for trauma and sexuality-informed care.