- Anger management skills
- CBT and DBT methods
- Phone and video sessions
About Bruce
Dr. Bruce E Riecks is a Colorado clinical psychologist with three years of documented practice in the materials provided. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns.
He works in a direct, interactive way. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings. He uses discussion, skill practice, and simple mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping.
Dr. Riecks draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test them in real life. He also uses elements of dialectical behavior approaches to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. Client-Centered Therapy shapes the way he listens and responds in sessions.
People can expect practical tools for handling anger, managing anxiety, improving sleep, and addressing substance use patterns. He mentions using humor when appropriate and keeping work grounded in what a person can actually try outside sessions. The approach is described as interactive rather than purely reflective.
The profile notes additional focus areas such as aging and geriatric issues, personality-related concerns, caregiver stress, codependency, and men’s issues. Sessions are conducted in English and the therapist accepts international clients, according to the supplied information.
Materials indicate that sessions are offered by phone and by video. If a person wants a different format, they should confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Dr. Riecks uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and test thoughts that feed anger and anxiety. CBT focuses on clear experiments and behavior changes that can lower emotional intensity and improve relationships.He also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT-style skills are practical tools for staying calmer in heated moments and for repairing interactions afterwards.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit a person's life. Decisions about which tools to keep come from collaboration between the therapist and the client.
The supplied information indicates sessions are offered by phone and by video. If you need other formats, confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into workdays, remove travel time, and allow short check-ins on busy weeks. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setup is preferred, while video sessions allow visual cues and role‑practice in session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and related concerns.
How would he approach anger or temper issues?
He uses practical strategies such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, emotion regulation skills from DBT, and mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity and build alternative responses.
What is his clinical background?
The profile lists three years of documented experience in the supplied materials and notes work with a wide range of concerns including trauma, addiction, and personality-related issues.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is listed as CO Psychologist Psy.0003201 and practices in Colorado.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and the supplied information indicates he accepts international clients.
Which session formats does he use?
The materials state he uses phone sessions and video sessions. Confirm current session options before booking if you need a different format.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the provided information.
What should I do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.