Tim Sauter
LPC
Compassionate counselor for practical change
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- Person-centered approach
- Practical skill building
- Focus on anger
About Tim
Tim emphasizes a warm, interactive, person-centered approach. He prefers straightforward conversations that treat people with sensitivity and without stigma. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful patterns and try practical steps that fit each person's life.
With five years of clinical experience, Tim draws on a broader personal and educational background in family dynamics and substance use. He combines several approaches so work in therapy can be flexible and focused on what the client needs right now.
Typical sessions include talking through current struggles, building skills to manage intense emotions, and setting small achievable goals. Tim tailors the pace and techniques to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.
People often come for help with parenting strain, grief, coping with life changes, or feeling stuck by patterns like codependency or chronic stress. Tim works with those concerns while addressing practical problems like communication and day-to-day coping.
If someone is ready to start, the process begins with a short questionnaire and scheduling steps. Tim focuses on collaboration, helping clients identify what matters most and how to move toward it in manageable steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Colorado
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, respect, and meeting a person where they are. It helps people who need validation, clearer goals, and a chance to talk through painful situations without stigma.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It is helpful when strong emotions or impulsive actions get in the way of daily life.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can change as progress is made and needs shift.
Because session formats are not specified in the biographical information, confirm the current online session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Therapists can also combine conversational work with practical skill practice, worksheets, and at-home exercises to help translate insights into everyday routines.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Colorado
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Colorado)
- LPC · No. LPC.0014842
- NPI
- 1619252301
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, grief, trauma, and related issues listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm, interactive, and person-centered, with direct conversation and practical steps to address everyday problems.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of clinical experience as a counselor and a longer personal and educational history focused on family dynamics and substance use.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, CO LPC, and provides services based in Colorado.
Can non-English speakers work with him?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a counseling relationship?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.