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David Hayden

Compassionate, practical counseling for life’s challenges

LPC Colorado

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About David

David Hayden is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Colorado who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, anger, and low self-esteem.

Background and approach

He works with clients facing depression, grief, relationship challenges, career transitions, and a range of life changes, and he adapts conversations and treatment plans to meet each person’s specific needs.

With 18 years of clinical experience, Hayden integrates evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method to address emotional, behavioral, and relational concerns. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring strategies to build coping skills, motivation, and confidence.

He also offers support around parenting, sleep difficulties, bipolar coping, and compassion fatigue. Hayden’s practice includes attention to additional focus areas such as adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity, and obsessive-compulsive concerns.

Sessions are conducted in English and delivered through a range of online formats suited to a client’s schedule and preferences.

Integrating proven approaches into online care

David Hayden uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is also part of his toolkit, supporting people in clarifying values and developing greater psychological flexibility when facing difficult feelings or life transitions. The Gottman Method is employed when relationship dynamics are a central concern, offering practical skills for communication and conflict management.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative rather than predetermined. The therapist works with each client to explore goals, preferences, and the issues at hand, then recommends techniques from these methods that best fit the situation. Adjustments are made over time as needs and circumstances evolve, so the treatment plan remains responsive and client-centered.

Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access licensed professional care from home or another convenient location, making it easier to maintain consistency in treatment while balancing other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Areas of emphasis include stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, depression, grief, relationships, career issues, and coping with life changes among other topics.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
He draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method to create practical strategies for thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 18 years of professional counseling experience to his practice, applying that background to individualized care.
Where is the therapist licensed and what are the credentials?
He is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Colorado with licence number CO LPC LPC.0002854.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman Method

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English