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LCSW, CSW

Jonathan Cottrell, LCSW, CSW

  • Experience9 years
  • LocationColorado
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Jonathan

Jonathan Cottrell is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction concerns, and relationship difficulties.

Background and approach

He brings nine years of professional experience in Colorado and works with clients facing mood disorders, social anxiety, chronic illness or pain, and struggles with impulses or control. His practice emphasizes practical strategies to ease daily functioning and improve emotional well-being.

His style blends compassion with active collaboration, inviting clients to explore values, set realistic goals, and build skills that fit their lives. Jonathan draws on several evidence-based methods - including cognitive behavioral tools, acceptance and commitment ideas, emotionally-focused interventions, and solution-focused techniques - and adapts those tools to each person’s priorities.

Sessions aim to produce concrete coping strategies while attending to the larger questions of purpose and connection. Jonathan is licensed in Colorado as an LCSW and is also listed with CSW credentials.

He communicates in English and offers a range of remote formats to accommodate different schedules and needs.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward what matters. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and for people working through chronic health or pain-related distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that maintain distress and teaching practical skills to shift those patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD-related challenges, and impulse control. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional patterns in relationships and fostering more supported emotional bonds, which can help with relationship difficulties and communication problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jonathan will work with clients to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and the specific issues they bring, and may combine techniques to tailor interventions as treatment progresses.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as scheduling flexibility and easier access to regular sessions through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it simpler to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life, and they allow licensed professionals to apply ACT, CBT, or EFT techniques in ways that suit each client's routine and communication style.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Jonathan works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, and relationship issues, along with related areas such as chronic pain or illness, impulsivity, and social anxiety.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
He blends compassionate, collaborative care with practical, goal-oriented techniques that are adapted to each client's needs and priorities.
What level of experience does the therapist bring?
He has nine years of clinical experience working with adults on mood disorders, life transitions, and challenges related to chronic health conditions.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
Jonathan holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado; his licensure details are CO LCSW CSW.09926749 and FL LCSW SW25995.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Services are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Appointments can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different preferences.
How is cost handled for therapy with this provider?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Colorado, Georgia, Alabama, Florida

Languages

English