Therapist profile
Dr. Bruce E Riecks, CO Psychologist Psy.0003201
Colorado
CO Psychologist - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- CO Psychologist Psy.0003201
- License
- Psychologist, Colorado / Psy.0003201
- NPI
- 1184756009
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Colorado
About
- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Bruce
Dr. Bruce E Riecks is a Colorado Psychologist (CO Psychologist Psy.0003201) with three years of experience. He works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, addictions, trauma and abuse, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. He also addresses ADHD, bipolar concerns, eating and sleeping problems, and life changes.
Dr. Riecks uses straightforward, talk-based sessions that mix several practical approaches. He draws on client-centered methods to listen without labels. He uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and from dialectical behavior therapy to teach skills for strong emotions. He includes mindfulness practices to help people notice what is happening in the moment.
In session he encourages clear, concrete steps and uses humor when appropriate to ease tension. He avoids stigmatizing language and treats people with respect. Sessions cover coping skills, problem-solving, and habit changes that fit day-to-day life.
Dr. Riecks has experience working with people facing addiction, codependency, caregiver stress, and personality-related concerns such as avoidant or dependent patterns. He also supports those dealing with aging and geriatric issues, isolation, guilt, and questions about life purpose.
Therapy with him focuses on practical skills and steady progress. He will work with each person to pick approaches that make sense for their goals. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's perspective. Online sessions using this approach emphasize open questions and reflection so people can describe how relationships or caring roles affect them. It helps when someone needs a nonjudgmental place to talk through conflicts and feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and routines that fuel stress, anxiety, or low mood. In video or phone work, CBT involves setting clear goals, practicing new ways of thinking, and assigning short skill exercises between sessions to test changes in daily life.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to decide whether client-centered listening, CBT exercises, DBT skills, or mindfulness practices fit best for their goals and preferences.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what will be offered. The profile indicates phone and video formats have been used; check current options when you sign up. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions can occur from more convenient locations.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, trauma and related concerns including codependency.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a conversational, skills-focused style that mixes client-centered listening with CBT, DBT skills, and mindfulness exercises.
How much experience does he have?
He is a Colorado Psychologist with three years of professional experience noted in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed as CO Psychologist Psy.0003201 and practices from Colorado.
Does he work in other languages or with people abroad?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are used?
Please confirm the current session options before booking, as the profile notes phone and video were used but you should verify formats when you sign up.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.