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Vickie Lucero, LPC
Colorado
Licensed Professional Counselor - trauma and substance concerns
See online therapy options- CBT elements
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused work
About Vickie
Vickie Lucero is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado with 16 years as an LPC and more than two decades working in mental health roles. She lists concerns she addresses as trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, parenting issues, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, and substance use. Vickie has worked in multiple settings including the Department of Human Services, community mental health, inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment, and nonprofit health clinics.
She takes a practical, flexible approach rather than using one single method. Vickie blends techniques to match what a person needs on a given issue. She often uses elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside other methods.
In a session she focuses on noticing patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. She helps people try different responses and build small habits that change daily functioning. Sessions can include straightforward skill practice, short behavior experiments, and planning for real-life situations.
Her background includes roles in inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment and community mental health, so she is familiar with substance use and co-occurring concerns. Vickie also has experience with first responder issues, caregiver stress, chronic health challenges, and complex family situations.
She works in English and practices in Colorado. To begin, people use the site matching steps to schedule a first session where goals and the best approach are discussed.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
CBT focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments. It helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and habits that keep people stuck. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and supporting a person's own problem-solving. It is useful when someone needs space to sort out values and choices. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills and how to respond differently to stress and strong emotions.Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. Vickie will collaborate with each person to decide which approach or combination makes the most sense for their goals and daily life. That decision is revised as progress or new needs appear.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online sessions can also make it easier to continue work while handling caregiving, job shifts, or medical appointments. The therapist will discuss practical scheduling and format preferences during the first meeting.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, parenting issues, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, and substance use, among other related concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is eclectic and practical. She mixes methods like CBT elements, solution-focused techniques, and motivational interviewing to match the person's needs.
How many years has she worked in mental health?
She has been an LPC since 2011 and has worked in mental health roles since 1996, giving her long experience across settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Colorado.
Can people meet with her in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with an initial session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and the right approach.
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