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Aaron Hurtado, LCSW, CSW

Compassionate Colorado LCSW guiding growth
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ support
  • Mindfulness tools

About Aaron Hurtado

Aaron Hurtado is a Colorado-based licensed clinical social worker who brings eight years of experience in health and mental health settings to his therapeutic work. He uses he/him pronouns and focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem struggles, LGBTQ-related concerns, and life transitions. Aaron also works with issues related to aging, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, control struggles, guilt and shame, life purpose, and sexuality, tailoring support to each person’s specific needs.

Aaron’s style is rooted in curiosity, empathy, and collaboration. He draws on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy, and incorporates somatic practices, nature-based interventions, and breathwork to strengthen the mind-body connection. He is a registered yoga teacher and often blends movement awareness and simple breath techniques with talk-based approaches to help clients improve emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.

As a practitioner, Aaron emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and practical problem solving. He works to co-create treatment plans that reflect each person’s goals and preferences, and he offers sessions with an eye toward realistic, sustainable change. Aaron currently provides therapy only on Monday and Wednesday and is licensed in Colorado as an LCSW and CSW - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW indicating Clinical Social Worker.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Aaron Hurtado have?

Aaron has 8 years of experience in the health and mental health space.

Is Aaron Hurtado a licensed therapist?

Yes, he holds these credentials: LCSW, CSW. License details: CO LCSW CSW.09926575.

In which languages does Aaron Hurtado provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Aaron Hurtado located?

He is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Aaron Hurtado as my therapist?

You can work with Aaron through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Aaron Hurtado work with international clients?

No, Aaron does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Aaron Hurtado cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Aaron Hurtado



Aaron commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy in his work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and build practical coping skills for anxiety, stress, and behavior change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports growth at the client’s pace. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple awareness and breath-based practices to reduce reactivity and strengthen emotional regulation, useful for grief, self-esteem, and chronic stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the journey, and Aaron treats that as a collaborative process. He will listen to each person’s goals, preferences, and life circumstances and then suggest techniques or combinations of approaches that fit the individual’s needs. This collaborative stance helps shape a treatment plan that feels meaningful and doable.

Online therapy with Aaron is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care from different locations. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and allow therapists and clients to work together in ways that suit communication styles and day-to-day demands.

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