Bruce Engelhard, LICSW, LCSW
Mountain-based therapist blending outdoor and clinical care
- Relationship and family work
- Grief and loss support
- Outdoor Walk and Talk
About Bruce Engelhard
Bruce Engelhard is a licensed social worker who combines clinical training with a deep connection to the outdoors. Living in the mountains of Utah, he works as a Guide and Educator during the winter months, teaching avalanche education and guiding groups into the backcountry. Over a 15-year career he has integrated these outdoor experiences into therapeutic work, offering a practice called Walk & Talk and maintaining a website at walkandtalkhelp.weebly.com.
He has provided counseling to adolescents, families, and adults of diverse ages and backgrounds, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, grief, self-worth, and ADHD. His scope also includes hospice and end-of-life counseling, work related to prejudice and discrimination, and support for seasonal affective disorder. Clinically he draws on multiple methods to meet each person where they are, emphasizing tools that help people manage stress, improve intimacy, and cope with life transitions.
Bruce’s style is compassionate, empathic, and interactive. He believes in treating clients with respect, sensitivity, and acceptance, and in helping people shift their attitudes and responses to life’s challenges. He holds LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) credentials, both professional licenses in clinical social work. His approach centers on collaboration - clients are invited to lead their own healing while he offers guidance, skills, and support. He encourages those who want greater contentment and joy to consider engaging in a shared process of growth and change.
He has provided counseling to adolescents, families, and adults of diverse ages and backgrounds, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, grief, self-worth, and ADHD. His scope also includes hospice and end-of-life counseling, work related to prejudice and discrimination, and support for seasonal affective disorder. Clinically he draws on multiple methods to meet each person where they are, emphasizing tools that help people manage stress, improve intimacy, and cope with life transitions.
Bruce’s style is compassionate, empathic, and interactive. He believes in treating clients with respect, sensitivity, and acceptance, and in helping people shift their attitudes and responses to life’s challenges. He holds LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) credentials, both professional licenses in clinical social work. His approach centers on collaboration - clients are invited to lead their own healing while he offers guidance, skills, and support. He encourages those who want greater contentment and joy to consider engaging in a shared process of growth and change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Hospice and end-of-life counselingPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Bruce Engelhard have?
Bruce Engelhard has 15 years of experience.
Is Bruce Engelhard a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials. License details are DC LICSW LC200002022 and UT LCSW 6333901-3501.
In which languages does Bruce Engelhard provide therapy?
English.
Where is Bruce Engelhard located?
Utah.
How can I work with Bruce Engelhard as my therapist?
You can work with Bruce Engelhard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Bruce Engelhard work with international clients?
Bruce Engelhard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Bruce Engelhard 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Support
Bruce Engelhard uses approaches that emphasize values, skills, and the therapeutic relationship. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to problems and developing practical strategies to shift those patterns - it is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a supportive space where clients are treated as the experts on their own lives and can explore identity, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.
Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Bruce works collaboratively with clients and other licensed professionals to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can choose formats that fit their schedules, comfort levels, and life demands. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or while traveling, and integrate therapy into a busy life.