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Stephen Drozda

Stephen Drozda, CO Psychologist 1255

Therapist in Colorado

Experienced psychologist focused on practical solutions

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49 years of experience listed

CO Psychologist 1255 professional credentials

English languages

  • Problem-solving approach
  • Cognitive-behavioral methods
  • Video and phone sessions

About Stephen

Stephen Drozda is a Colorado psychologist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strains, addiction concerns, grief, and self-esteem challenges. He also supports those coping with trauma, parenting pressures, career stress, bipolar mood issues, and life changes such as aging or health problems. He has nearly five decades of experience in mental health work and brings a steady, problem-solving style to sessions.

Dr. Drozda trained at the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning an M.A. and a Ph.D. in psychology. He has worked in outpatient clinics, hospitals, residential treatment centers, nursing facilities, and independent practice. For the past three decades he has lived and practiced in the Denver, Colorado area.

His counseling is primarily cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused. He also draws on techniques from dialectical behavior therapy when they fit a client's needs. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, with clear steps to try between meetings.

He typically conducts sessions by video or phone and is responsive to client messages between sessions, usually within a day. He manages his own schedule and coordinates appointments directly with clients.

Dr. Drozda describes his role as active and problem-solving: helping people set goals, build coping skills, and prepare for future challenges. Outside of work he enjoys travel, outdoor activities, music, theater, and lifelong learning.

How these approaches fit into online therapy

Stephen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills when those skills would help the client. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes clear, short-term goals and practical steps to move forward, which can speed progress on specific problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before to decide which methods to try. That collaborative decision can shift over time as needs change.

Practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into busy schedules and fewer travel demands. Video or phone sessions are mentioned in his practice, but confirm available session options before booking. Online sessions can allow shorter check-ins or more flexible timing to match work and family life without requiring a commute.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

49+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Stephen help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, self-esteem, parenting concerns, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related challenges.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He takes an active, problem-solving approach that focuses on practical steps. Sessions often combine cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques, with DBT strategies added when helpful.

What is his background and experience?

He has 49 years of experience as a psychotherapist, evaluator, administrator, and teacher in graduate counseling programs, and has worked in many clinical settings.

What credential does he hold and where is he located?

He is listed as CO Psychologist 1255 and practices in Colorado.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees handled for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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