Stephen Valente, LCSW, CO | Psychotherapist

About Stephen Valente

Focus areas

Anger Management

Depression

Sex Therapy

Anxiety

Life Transition

Work-Related Counseling

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Trauma Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Stephen Valente

Hi there, I'm Stephen! I work with individuals and couples who want more than surface-level change; they want to understand themselves and improve how they show up in their lives and relationships. My style is grounded, collaborative, and honest, helping you build insight while making practical shifts that last. A space where you can be real, challenged, and supported. My focus My ideal clients are thoughtful, motivated adults and couples who want to better understand themselves and improve how they show up in their relationships. If you’re noticing patterns that aren’t working or feeling disconnected from your partner or yourself, I can help you make sense of it and create lasting, meaningful change. My approach Working with me is focused, practical, and collaborative. I’m warm and direct—helping you understand patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and apply real tools in daily life. You’ll leave sessions with clarity, direction, and a path forward you can actually follow with confidence. My communication style I’m straightforward, engaged, and real. I’ll listen closely, but I won’t just nod along—I’ll ask questions, offer honest feedback, and help you see things from new angles. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, but also productive and focused on change. My journey to mental healthcare I’ve always been interested in what drives people and how change actually happens. After decades in social work, I chose to focus more directly on therapy because it allows me to work alongside people in a meaningful, focused way—helping them understand patterns, overcome challenges, and create lasting change. My goals for you We’ll start by identifying what matters most to you and what you want to change. From there, we break those goals into manageable, realistic steps and track progress along the way. I help you stay focused, adjust when needed, and build practical strategies so you can see real movement...not just talk about it.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Anxiety disorders

Other popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Intellectual Disability

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Intellectual Disability

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Colorado

Education and training

Wayne State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1154841054

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Stephen Valente?

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Is Stephen Valente accepting new patients?

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What practice does Stephen Valente work with?

Stephen Valente works with Rula Health - Colorado.

What are common reasons for patients to see Stephen Valente?

Stephen Valente frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Stephen Valente on their profile.