David Hayden , LPC

David Hayden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 18 years of professional counseling experience. He focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, manage anger, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. His work also addresses relationship and family concerns, career challenges, depression, and grief.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs and circumstances. David emphasizes collaboration, listening carefully to goals and concerns before recommending evidence-based strategies that align with a client's values and strengths.

Beginning therapy often takes courage, and David acknowledges the effort it takes to reach out. He aims to create a supportive space where practical skills and long-term coping strategies can be developed at a pace that feels manageable for each person.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

David integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Gottman Method into his work. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. CBT teaches practical skills to identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which often helps with depression, anxiety, and coping challenges. The Gottman Method provides structured tools for improving communication and emotional connection in relationships, supporting couples who want to repair trust or navigate conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds to ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or to reach a therapist from another part of Colorado. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, effective support while accommodating different communication styles and logistical needs.