Joe Bray

LPC

Colorado

Practical, respectful counseling with clear goals

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At a glance

Credentials

LPC

License

LPC, Colorado / 0015712; LPC, Alaska / 139272

NPI

1376701110

Experience

9 years

Languages

English

Location

Colorado

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1. • Motivational approach
   • Values based work
   • Trauma informed care

   About Joe

   Joe Bray is a Licensed Professional Counselor with nine years of experience practicing in Colorado. He focuses on creating a welcoming space where people can talk about difficult feelings and make practical changes. Joe uses straightforward language and a calm presence to help people find paths forward.

   He often helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. He also supports people dealing with addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, and sleep or eating difficulties. Additional areas of focus include first responder issues, process addictions, multicultural concerns, and infidelity.

   Joe draws on a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. He uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what they want to change and strengthen their own motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps break down unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports people in choosing values-guided action even when feelings are hard.

   Sessions aim to be collaborative and practical. Joe listens first, then helps set clear, achievable goals. He encourages small, manageable steps that add up to real progress.

   He welcomes people of different sexual orientations, spiritual backgrounds, and cultural identities. Joe’s work emphasizes respect, curiosity, and steady support as people cope with life changes and rebuild resilience.

2. How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

   Motivational Interviewing helps people weigh options and find their own reasons to change. Online sessions using this approach focus on clarifying goals and building motivation through open questions and reflective listening. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, invites people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and practicing new skills to change them.
   
   Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. That way they can decide collaboratively whether Motivational Interviewing, ACT, CBT, or a mix is the best fit for the person and the issue at hand.
   
   Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Some people find video helpful for deeper conversation, while others prefer audio for lower bandwidth or a shorter check-in. Session options are not listed here, so confirm available formats before booking to ensure the setup matches daily routines and needs.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

   Also works with

   LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

   Additional focus areas

   First responder issuesInfidelityMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)

   Therapeutic approaches

   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

   Experience

   9+ years

   Listed in

   Colorado, Alaska

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

   Areas commonly addressed include anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleep and eating issues, parenting strain, ADHD, and career challenges.

   How would you describe the therapy style?

   The style is collaborative and straightforward. Joe listens closely, helps set clear goals, and uses practical steps to support change.

   What background and experience does the therapist have?

   He has nine years of clinical experience working with diverse concerns, including first responder issues, multicultural matters, and process addictions.

   What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

   The clinician is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado and holds licensure as AK LPC and CO LPC.

   Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients connect?

   Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.

   What session formats are offered?

   Specific session formats are not listed here; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

   How is cost handled for sessions?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

   How do I begin working with this therapist?

   Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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