John Engebretson
Calm, practical therapy focused on real-life change
LPC, LCPC Colorado
- Experience
- 20 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About John
John Engebretson brings two decades of counseling experience to his practice in Colorado, guided by a pragmatic, cognitive-behavioral orientation alongside client-centered and existential perspectives. He emphasizes collaborative work that blends practical skills with attention to personal meaning, tailoring conversations and plans to each person's situation.
Background and approach
His background includes supporting people facing depression, anxiety, anger, addictions, sleep problems, grief, trauma and abuse, and challenges related to relationships, parenting, and career transitions. He has also worked with clients managing bipolar symptoms, impulse-control concerns including substance use, and neurodivergent presentations such as autism and intellectual disability, as well as aging and caregiver stress.
Known for a warm, interactive approach, he aims to treat clients with respect and sensitivity while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Engebretson holds LPC and LCPC credentials and draws on solution-focused and motivational strategies when useful, adapting methods to fit each client's goals and circumstances.
Integrating practical approaches with flexible online care
John uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress, addiction-related impulses, and sleep issues. He also draws on client-centered therapy, providing empathic listening and a supportive environment that prioritizes the client’s perspective and personal goals, which can be especially helpful for navigating grief, relationship concerns, and self-esteem struggles.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. John works with clients to determine whether skill-based CBT techniques, a more exploratory client-centered conversation, or a mix of methods best fits their needs, preferences, and goals, and he adapts the plan as work progresses.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations and to access support when life or caregiving responsibilities make in-person visits difficult. Licensed professionals can use these tools to combine evidence-informed approaches with convenience, helping clients practice new skills and stay connected to therapeutic progress.
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Experience
20+ years
Licensed
Ohio, Colorado, Montana
Languages
English