Counseling & Therapy Services | The Vibrant Heart Project

Find Your Path to Healing and Authentic Living

Compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating life's most challenging transitions. Specializing in LGBTQ+ affirmative care, religious trauma recovery, PTSD healing, and identity development.

Licensed in NC & CO
In-Person & Online Sessions
Insurance Accepted
Devan James, Licensed Therapist

Hi, I'm Devan James Pope

I'm here to walk alongside you in your healing journey. I specialize in helping adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them—whether from past trauma, religious wounding, or the struggle to live authentically in a world that hasn't always made space for who you truly are.

My approach centers on creating a relationship where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued for exactly who you are. I draw from person-centered therapy, somatic approaches, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and reclaim parts of yourself that may have gone into hiding.

As a queer therapist and member of the LGBTQ+ community who has navigated my own journey through religious deconstruction and identity development, I bring both professional expertise and lived understanding to this work. You deserve support that affirms your full humanity and helps you build a life rooted in your authentic truth.

MA in Counseling Colorado LPC 0019469 NC LCMHC 17933 EMDR Trained

The therapeutic relationship itself becomes a healing experience—perhaps the first place where you've felt truly seen and accepted. My approach integrates trauma-informed care, contemplative practices, and evidence-based techniques to help you reconnect with yourself and build the life you want.

My Specializations

Specialized support for the challenges that matter most to you, delivered with professional expertise and lived understanding.

Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse Recovery

Reclaim your spiritual freedom and learn to trust your own inner wisdom

Religious trauma can leave you feeling guilty about normal human experiences, afraid of divine punishment, and unable to trust your own judgment. My approach focuses on helping you develop trust in your own inner wisdom, heal from inherited guilt and shame, and create boundaries with harmful systems while exploring spirituality that feels authentic to you.

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LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

Find the courage to live authentically and build resilience

Your queerness is not an illness—but therapy still helps. I understand the unique challenges of gender dysphoria, transition decisions, family dynamics, and building resilience against discrimination. Whether you're questioning your identity or navigating coming out, I provide specialized care for LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Anxiety, Panic & Emotional Overwhelm

Transform your relationship with fear and discover your inner strength

When anxiety feels bigger than your ability to cope, you need more than just "calm down" advice. I help you understand anxiety as a nervous system response, learn to work with your body's stress responses, and develop practical tools for managing panic and overwhelm so you can feel safe in your own skin again.

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Complex Trauma & PTSD Recovery

Heal the wounds that changed how you see yourself and reclaim your power

Trauma can look like intense emotional reactions, feeling disconnected from yourself, or patterns of relationships that repeatedly hurt you. Using EMDR, somatic approaches, nervous system regulation, and parts work, I help you process traumatic memories safely and build capacity for calm and connection.

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Therapy for Men

Express yourself authentically and build meaningful connections

Many men struggle with the pressure to be strong, stoic, and self-sufficient—often at the cost of their emotional wellbeing. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore vulnerability, process emotions, and develop healthier relationships with yourself and others. Reclaim your authentic masculinity.

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Relationship Coaching

Transform conflict into connection and build deeper intimacy

Relationships are where our deepest wounds often surface—and where our most profound healing can happen. Work on emotional regulation during conflict, authentic communication skills, understanding attachment patterns, and building trust and emotional safety.

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Locations & Services

North Carolina

In-person sessions available in Greensboro

1515 W Cornwallis Dr, Suite 201-A
Greensboro, NC 27408

Also offering secure online sessions throughout North Carolina

Colorado

Online counseling throughout Colorado

Secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions available to all Colorado residents

Investment in Your Healing

$185 per 55-minute session

North Carolina

Currently enrolling with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and MedCost.

Your co-pay will vary depending on your specific plan.

Colorado

In-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Medicaid (CCHA and Colorado Access).

Your co-pay will vary depending on your specific plan.

I'm happy to discuss your coverage and estimated costs during your free consultation.

Free 20-minute consultation available

Frequently Asked Questions

In North Carolina, I offer both in-person sessions at my Greensboro office and secure online counseling. In Colorado, I provide online counseling throughout the state via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.

North Carolina: Currently enrolling with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and MedCost.

Colorado: In-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Medicaid (CCHA and Colorado Access).

Contact me to verify your specific coverage and discuss your estimated co-pay.

This varies based on your goals and needs. Some clients find relief in a few months, while others engage in longer-term work. We'll discuss what makes sense for your situation during our initial conversations.

That's what the free 20-minute consultation is for! We can discuss your concerns, answer questions, and determine if we're a good fit—with no obligation.

Our first session is about getting to know each other and understanding what brought you to therapy. I'll ask about your history, current challenges, and goals. There's no pressure to share everything at once—we'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

You don't have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you're dealing with trauma, questioning everything you once believed, or finally ready to live as your authentic self, I'm here to support you.