Aaron Hurtado, LCSW, CSW

Aaron Hurtado is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Colorado. He brings eight years of experience in health and mental health work to conversations about stress, anxiety, grief, and self-esteem. Aaron uses straightforward care to help people who feel stuck or overwhelmed by life changes and identity questions.

He focuses on practical, day-to-day tools that people can use between sessions. Aaron draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and mindfulness practices to help clients notice patterns and try new responses. He also uses motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas when they help move a person forward.

Aaron often blends talk-based work with breath awareness and body-focused practices from his yoga background. He values curiosity and treats each person with respect and compassion. That means listening first and adapting approaches to fit what a person actually needs.

His work covers a range of concerns including aging and caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, control issues, forgiveness and shame, life purpose and midlife changes, sexuality, and support for LGBT issues. Sessions aim to build practical coping skills, improve self-regard, and clarify next steps.

People who choose Aaron can expect a collaborative pace. He helps set goals, tracks progress, and adjusts plans over time. He is available for remote sessions in several formats and works with people who prefer a mix of talk and somatic awareness.

Approaches that translate to online care

Aaron commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based methods in sessions. CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes to see what helps reduce anxiety or stress. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can lower arousal and improve focus during difficult moments.

He also brings a client-centered stance that emphasizes listening and tailoring the work to each person. Aaron will talk with clients about goals and preferences, then collaboratively try approaches that fit their needs and daily life. Finding the right mix of strategies is part of the process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy with Aaron can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow more face-to-face interaction and body language cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief updates, between-session support, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or geographic constraints.