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Donald Lynch

Donald Lynch, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor - Anxiety and Addictions

Colorado

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Credentials
LPC
License
LPC, Colorado / LPC.0018753
NPI
1225594211
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
Colorado
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Addictions support
  • CBT and motivational tools

About Donald

Donald Lynch is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with five years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. He also addresses related concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, communication problems, and isolation.

Donald uses straightforward conversation to help people sort out what matters most to them. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and focuses on practical next steps. Sessions look at how beliefs and behaviors affect daily life and what small changes might reduce distress.

He draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try new ways of coping. Motivational Interviewing techniques are used when people want to build momentum toward change, especially around addictions or motivation challenges. Client-Centered Therapy forms the basis of how sessions are run, keeping the person’s priorities at the center of the work.

Donald also brings Existential and Solution-Focused ideas into work when questions of meaning or quick problem-solving are helpful. That can mean focusing on values, clarifying short-term goals, or practicing concrete skills between sessions. Over time the aim is to increase confidence in handling stressful social situations and daily pressures.

He practices in Colorado and offers services in English. People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How his approaches translate to online work

Donald commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons for change and build motivation, which can be useful for addictions or making life adjustments.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with each person to decide which methods fit best based on their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative effort that can change as needs shift over time.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. If someone prefers a session without video, or needs a quicker phone-based update, those practical options can be discussed when arranging sessions.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPhobiasSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment and isolation.

What is his therapy style like?

He practices in a client-centered way, focusing on the person's priorities and using practical steps to address problems.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional work experience as an LPC in Colorado.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Colorado and provides services from that state.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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