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Gerald Sandeford, LPC
Colorado
LPC in Colorado - anxiety and trauma work
See online therapy options- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and EMDR
- Skills focused CBT
About Gerald
Gerald Sandeford is an LPC licensed in Colorado with 22 years of experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, addiction concerns, and relationship strain. He works with adults and adolescents and focuses on clear, practical steps rather than long, abstract conversations.
He starts by listening to what feels most urgent. Then he and the client set short-term goals and simple exercises to try between sessions. Those steps often include noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing different ways of responding to them in everyday situations.
Gerald uses a mix of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy along with EMDR and solution-focused methods when they fit the concern. He explains techniques in plain language and practices skills in session so clients can use them outside the room.
Sessions move at a steady, task-oriented pace. Gerald checks progress regularly and adjusts the plan if needed. He also uses mindfulness practices to help people manage strong feelings and improve focus.
People who prefer structured, skills-based work tend to get the most from his style. He asks about routines, triggers, and support systems to make sure strategies are realistic. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How Gerald uses structured approaches in online sessions
Gerald draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thinking patterns that make stress and anxiety worse, then practices alternative responses. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance techniques that can be used during strong moments. EMDR is part of his toolkit for processing traumatic memories when clinically appropriate.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gerald discusses goals and preferences with each person and chooses which methods to try together. He explains exercises step by step and reviews how they worked so the plan can be adjusted as needed.
The practical benefits of remote sessions include fitting work on skills into a busy week and reducing travel time. Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm available online options before booking. Gerald's online work emphasizes short, concrete practices you can do between meetings and straightforward check-ins to track progress and adapt plans.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and depression.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, skills-based approach that emphasizes noticing thoughts and trying new responses between sessions.
What is his experience background?
He has 22 years of clinical experience working with adults and adolescents on mood, trauma, and behavior concerns.
What credential and location are listed?
He holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Colorado.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats does he provide?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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