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Aaron Hurtado

Aaron Hurtado, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Colorado

Supportive LCSW focused on confidence and coping

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8 years of experience listed

LCSW, CSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Self esteem support
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBT issues

About Aaron

Aaron Hurtado is a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado with the credential LCSW and a CSW. He brings eight years of focused experience in health and mental health settings. Aaron concentrates on helping people rebuild confidence and manage stress and anxiety. He also supports clients facing grief, LGBT issues, life transitions, and concerns around self-esteem.

Aaron’s style is curious and open. He listens first, then works with each person to set practical steps. Sessions often include breathwork and simple body-awareness techniques drawn from his yoga background. He blends conversation with gentle practices to help people notice how their body and mind react to stress.

He draws on a mix of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic ideas, and client-centered listening. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure how to begin making changes. Aaron picks tools based on what will be most useful for each person’s goals.

Aaron aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He creates a plan tailored to a person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. He acknowledges that starting therapy takes courage and is direct about partnering with clients along the way.

Availability is limited to specific weekdays, so scheduling follows those constraints. Prospective clients should check current session options and times before booking.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Aaron commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing out new behaviors to reduce anxiety and boost self-esteem. Client-centered work emphasizes listening, empathy, and helping people find their own solutions rather than directing them.

He also brings mindfulness-based elements into sessions, such as simple breathwork and present-moment awareness exercises. These practices help people notice stress responses and try small, repeatable strategies for calming or shifting attention.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Aaron collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He adjusts plans over time so sessions stay focused on practical steps toward feeling more confident and managing worry.

Session formats are not listed in this profile, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people practice skills in their everyday environment. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to the online setting so work stays goal-focused and practical.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Aaron help with?

Aaron works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, LGBT-related concerns, and coping with life changes. He also addresses caregiver stress, chronic illness, aging issues, and questions about life purpose.

How would you describe his approach in sessions?

He uses a curious, client-centered style that pairs conversation with practical tools. Sessions may include breathwork and body-awareness techniques alongside talk therapy.

How much clinical experience does he have?

Aaron has eight years of experience working in health and mental health settings. That background includes work with a range of emotional and life-change concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds the credentials LCSW and CSW and practices in Colorado.

Which languages are sessions offered in and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Current session format options are not specified here, so please confirm which formats are offered before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working together?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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