Jonathan Cottrell, LCSW, CSW

Jonathan Cottrell is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, and relationship difficulties. He works with adults who face mood problems, social anxiety, chronic health challenges, and struggles around life purpose. Jonathan aims to make therapy straightforward and practical so clients can use it in daily life.

He draws on several evidence-based methods to shape sessions to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a common tool he uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and test more helpful ways of thinking. Jonathan also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take committed action, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relationship feelings are central.

Sessions are collaborative and focused on concrete steps. Jonathan helps people set short-term goals, try small experiments, and build routines that reduce symptoms and increase control. He prioritizes clear explanations and practical skills over jargon.

Jonathan has nine years of clinical experience and holds LCSW and CSW credentials. He practices in Colorado and works with adults facing both mental health and chronic health concerns. His background includes supporting people through communication problems, impulsivity, and the strain of illness.

People can expect a calm, readable approach that blends problem-solving with attention to feelings. Jonathan aims to help clients make steady progress through focused sessions and doable homework between meetings.

How Jonathan’s approaches translate to online care

Jonathan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and acting; this approach often targets anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is another frequent option - it focuses on clarifying what matters most and taking small, value-driven steps even when emotions are difficult. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used when relationship feelings are central and involves naming and tracking emotions to improve interaction patterns.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Jonathan will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. He adjusts techniques as progress is made so treatment stays aligned with what actually helps the client reach their goals.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which let people choose what suits their routines. Video works well for in-depth conversations and nonverbal cues, phone calls are useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat supports brief check-ins, and messaging can help maintain momentum between sessions. These options make scheduling easier and let clients keep therapy consistent around work, medical appointments, and daily life.