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Dr. Bruce E Riecks

Dr. Bruce E Riecks, CO Psychologist Psy.0003201

Therapist in Colorado

Compassionate, practical therapy for self worth and stress

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3 years of experience listed

CO Psychologist Psy.0003201 professional credentials

English languages

  • Warm and direct
  • Skills and mindfulness
  • Phone and video

About Bruce

Dr. Bruce E Riecks is a Colorado-licensed psychologist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and self esteem struggles. He works with people dealing with trauma, addiction, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and life transitions. He presents as warm and direct, aiming to create straightforward, respectful conversations that move toward clearer coping and choices.

In sessions he combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches, and he uses mindfulness practices too. This means sessions often involve talking through current problems, testing out new ways of thinking or behaving, and practicing skills to manage strong emotions. Humor and a humane tone are part of his style when appropriate.

Dr. Riecks describes therapy as a collaborative process. He tailors the plan to each person instead of following a fixed program. Expect practical next steps between meetings and a focus on habits and thoughts that get in the way of feeling better.

He holds the credential CO Psychologist Psy.0003201 and has three years of documented experience in this listing. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients. People who start therapy complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

If someone is ready to begin, they use the continue button on this profile, complete the brief questionnaire, and arrange a first session to discuss goals and next steps.

How his approaches translate to online work

Dr. Riecks draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness for online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's concerns and building a respectful, empathetic conversation that helps people clarify goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at unhelpful thought patterns and behavior steps, which can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety, depression, or self-critical thinking. Mindfulness practices teach simple attention and grounding exercises to reduce overwhelm and improve sleep and emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss your needs and preferences, try methods that fit your goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative process means sessions can shift over time as skills take hold and priorities change.

This therapist offers phone sessions and video sessions, so online work can fit into a busy schedule. Phone calls can be a brief check-in when time is tight or attention bandwidth is limited, while video sessions allow for a fuller conversational experience and in-session skills practice. Confirm the current session options before booking to make sure they match your needs, and plan sessions around work, caregiving, or other daily demands.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impaired

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, self esteem, ADHD, addiction, trauma, sleep and eating problems, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.

How does he approach therapy?

He uses a blend of client-centered care, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, and mindfulness practice to create practical steps and emotional skills.

What is his professional background?

The profile lists three years of documented experience and describes a warm, interactive style that emphasizes respect and tailoring the plan to each person.

Where is the therapist based and what credential does he hold?

He practices in Colorado and holds the credential CO Psychologist Psy.0003201 as shown in the profile.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and the therapist accepts international clients.

What session formats are used?

The therapist uses phone sessions and video sessions. Confirm the current session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

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

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