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Roberta Garrett

Roberta Garrett, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Colorado

Compassionate support for life transitions

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  • Client-centered approach
  • Narrative therapy focus
  • Experienced LCSW

About Roberta

Roberta Garrett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people facing depression and other painful life challenges. She brings a calm, steady presence and practical support for people who want clearer direction and better day-to-day coping. Her first aim is to make it easier to talk about what matters most to you.

Roberta has worked in medical and mental health settings and in private practice for 40 years. She uses straightforward methods that let people tell their story and find new meaning. Sessions focus on listening, identifying patterns, and building manageable skills for everyday life.

She commonly helps with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief and loss, and major life transitions. She also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiving stress, end-of-life concerns, and the emotional fallout from family-of-origin wounds. Conversations cover feelings like guilt, shame, and grief as well as practical problems such as hoarding or substance use.

Roberta describes her style as warm and nonjudgmental. She aims to create a space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of blame. That calm environment is used to try new ways of coping and to plan small steps toward change.

Clients who choose her can expect collaborative work that emphasizes personal stories and present needs. With decades of experience, she combines listening with concrete strategies so people can return to fuller, more balanced days.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How her approaches shape online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, listening relationship. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflecting feelings and clarifying goals so people feel understood and less alone. This approach can help when depression or grief makes it hard to trust your own choices.

Narrative Therapy helps people look at the stories they tell about themselves. By separating problems from identity, it becomes easier to identify behaviors to change and to find preferred ways of living. This can be useful for issues like addiction, relationship patterns, or shame-based thinking.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Roberta will collaborate with each person to figure out what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adjusting plans together rather than fixing a single method up front.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life - they can save travel time, let someone join from a quieter place, or allow for shorter check-ins when days are tight. Licensed professionals use those practical benefits to help keep progress steady while working toward the client’s goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She works with depression and related issues such as addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy problems, and coping with major life changes.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental, focusing on listening, understanding personal stories, and helping people build practical coping skills.

How long has she practiced?

She has 40 years of experience in medical and mental health settings as well as private practice.

What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds the credential CSW, and she practices in Colorado.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and scheduling handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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