Bruce Engelhard

Bruce Engelhard is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Utah. He holds a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential and brings 15 years of experience to his work. He combines outdoor guiding and teaching with therapy in ways that fit some clients' needs and preferences.

Bruce favors a compassionate and interactive style. He listens closely and treats people with respect and sensitivity. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use to manage problems like anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and relationship stress.

He draws on several approaches to tailor care to each person. That can mean using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, or Attachment-Based ideas to improve connection and intimacy. The client helps guide which methods are used.

Bruce has worked across a wide range of concerns including parenting strain, addiction, sleep problems, seasonal mood shifts, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also offers support for hospice and end-of-life issues and for people affected by prejudice and discrimination.

In his sessions the emphasis is on honest conversation, skill-building, and finding small changes that make daily life better. He invites people who want more joy and contentment to begin a collaborative process of change.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice what matters to them and take small steps that align with those values, which can reduce stuck feelings and increase motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that make problems worse, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep troubles. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape feelings and interaction patterns, and can help with intimacy and relationship concerns.

Finding the best approach is part of the process. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means the plan can shift over time as the client learns what helps most.

Confirm available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoid travel time. It also supports ongoing skill practice between sessions and makes it possible to use worksheets, mindfulness exercises, and behavioral experiments during weekly meetings.