Business Details
19 Years
experience
Licensed Therapist in Durango, CO
With over two decades of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Durango, CO, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, children, and families navigate life's challenges through personalized therapeutic approaches. My practice integrates evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, tailored to address trauma, anxiety, relationship conflicts, and developmental transitions. Committed to ongoing education and client-centered care, I prioritize creating a compassionate, non-pathologizing space where clients can cultivate self-awareness, emotional resilience, and sustainable personal growth.My training includes advanced certifications in child therapy, neurobiology of trauma, and family systems dynamics, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of psychological and physiological factors impacting well-being. By combining clinical expertise with a dedication to ethical practice, I aim to empower clients to overcome obstacles and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Child & Family Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Young Adult Support
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of counseling experience with diverse client needs
- Advanced training in trauma-specific therapies (IFS, EMDR)
- Customized treatment plans for individuals and families
- Non-judgmental, client-centered therapeutic environment
- Proven success with complex psychological and developmental challenges
What people say
Transformative therapy experience
Deep understanding of trauma
Genuine compassionate approach
Effective personalized treatment
Supportive non-judgmental environment
Services
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Using tailored therapeutic approaches, clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies. Ideal for those seeking personal growth and emotional resilience.
Couples Counseling
Helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild intimacy. Focuses on understanding relational patterns and fostering mutual support through evidence-based techniques.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors using EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Addresses PTSD symptoms, childhood trauma, and nervous system dysregulation to promote healing and stability.
Child & Family Therapy
Supports families navigating behavioral issues, parenting challenges, and intergenerational dynamics. Incorporates play therapy and parent coaching to enhance family cohesion and child development.
Young Adult Support
Guides young adults through educational, career, and identity challenges. Combines mentoring with therapeutic interventions to build confidence and independent living skills.
People
Russ Pool
Licensed Professional Counselor
With over 20 years of experience, Russ Pool specializes in trauma-informed therapy, family systems, and neurobiological approaches. He holds advanced certifications in IFS, EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, focusing on holistic client care.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and child-focused techniques based on individual client needs.
Do you accept insurance?
As of 2023, I operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement.
Can you help with childhood behavioral issues?
Yes, I specialize in child therapy using play-based interventions and family systems approaches to address behavioral and developmental challenges.
What is your cancellation policy?
24-hour advance notice required for appointment changes or cancellations to avoid full session fees.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for intensive trauma work when needed.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Yes, secure video sessions are available for Colorado residents to accommodate scheduling and accessibility needs.
