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- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Addictions and relationships
About Gerald
LPC Gerald Sandeford is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado with 22 years of clinical experience. He works with adults and adolescents on anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and related problems such as addictions and relationship strain. Gerald focuses on practical ways to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Clients meet a clinician who uses a mix of approaches. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thinking patterns that keep problems going. He uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. He also includes EMDR for trauma work when appropriate.
Sessions are straightforward and goal oriented. Gerald helps people set small, achievable steps between meetings. He often combines skills practice with brief solution-focused conversations to keep progress moving.
Gerald describes therapy as a collaborative process. He talks through problems, offers specific techniques to try, and checks in on what works for each person. This makes it easier to adjust plans and stay practical about what can change right now.
People looking for a clinician in Colorado who uses evidence-based methods will find a predictable, skills-focused approach. To begin, readers are invited to use the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
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Therapeutic approaches and what remote work looks like
Gerald uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety and depression and focuses on practical skills people can use between sessions. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people who struggle with intense emotions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gerald collaborates with each person to decide which methods to try first, then adjusts based on how the techniques fit the person's goals and preferences. This is a step-by-step process where skills and strategies are tested and refined together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In practice, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals who offer remote work often use video or phone options to match a person's comfort and schedule. Ask about specific formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 22 years of clinical experience working with adults and adolescents.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in Colorado.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.