Bruce Engelhard, LICSW, LCSW
Compassionate therapist with an active outdoor perspective
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Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in
- Utah, District of Columbia
- Years in practice
- 15
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Bruce
Bruce Engelhard is a licensed clinical social worker who practices in Utah. He holds a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker credential and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential and has been providing care for about 15 years. He spends much of his free time in the mountains and brings that outdoor perspective into his work.
He uses straightforward, compassionate conversation to help people manage stress, anger, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
Background and approach
Sessions emphasize practical skills and everyday choices rather than jargon. He aims to help clients notice what matters to them and take steps that fit their life. Bruce blends several approaches, including cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness, to suit each person he meets.
He also draws on acceptance and commitment ideas and attachment-based thinking when those fit a client's goals. The plan is shaped together in therapy so it matches what feels useful. In some seasons Bruce guides people outdoors and has used nature settings as part of his work.
He describes his style as empathetic, respectful, and interactive. The focus is on building confidence, better coping, and clearer next steps. Common concerns he addresses include anger, grief, parenting stress, sleep trouble, addictions, ADHD struggles, work and career stress, and feelings of low self-worth.
He also offers support around end-of-life matters and experiences of prejudice or seasonal mood changes. If someone wants practical tools and steady support, he invites them to reach out.
What Bruce works with
Everything Bruce lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Bruce's practice.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- ADHD
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Approaches Bruce lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters most and take small steps toward those values even when emotions are strong. It often helps with anger, anxiety, and life transitions by focusing on action that fits your goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns and is frequently used for stress, depression, sleep issues, and anxiety.
Bruce treats finding the right approach as a team effort. He will talk with each person about goals and daily life, then try strategies that match those needs. Together they adjust techniques if something isn't working or if priorities shift.
Online work is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and practicing skills together. Phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Chat and text are helpful for shorter check-ins, skills practice, or when a quick message fits into a busy day.
Questions people ask about Bruce
What kinds of problems does he help people with?
He helps with a wide range of concerns including anger, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting stress, addictions, ADHD, sleep problems, and career or relationship issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical, combining skill-building with reflective work. He emphasizes empathy, respect, and active collaboration to find what helps.
How much experience does he have?
He has about 15 years of clinical experience working with people facing diverse life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices in Utah.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for meeting online?
Sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what works best for the client.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.