Steve Garufi
,LPC
With 19 years of experience, my areas of interest include depression, anxiety, self-image, healing from trauma and abuse, divorce recovery, overcoming shame, life transitional issues, matters of loneliness, and empowering others to pursue their dreams and career aspirations. I earned my B.A. in Political Science at Montclair State University in New Jersey in 1994 and gained my Masters in Counseling at Denver Seminary in 2002. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado (#4201).
My counseling approach usually incorporates cognitive-behavioral techniques, Rogerian theories ("person-centered" counseling), and family systems methods. I am passionate about helping my clients feel understood in their time of suffering — with their feelings validated, their life story honored, and their weaknesses, mistakes, failures, longings, etc., accepted without a hint of judgment. While I think I have much to offer my clients, I am not a "know it all" therapist. I want to learn from those who have turned their pain and suffering into something beautiful.
As a resident of Westcliffe, Colorado, I enjoy hiking, cycling, and exploring the beautiful landscapes of the American West. I have biked across the USA three times, with the latest trip happening in 2017. I regularly make public presentations about my travel experiences and encourage others to live boldly and to pursue their dreams.
United States
| Credential type: | License |
| Type: | Licensed Professional Counselor |
| License State: | Colorado |
| License Number: | 4201 |
| License Expiration: | 8/2027 |
| Status: | Verified |
Steve Garufi has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars (44 reviews).
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Helpful"
Nice Therapist (September 16, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Best platform I have found yet for these types of services."
Going Well (September 15, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Steve has been incredibly helpful on my journey. I am deeply grateful for his support."
MM (September 14, 2026)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"Website works well, though some of the worksheets I feel like can be too long or don't feel applicable to my specific scenario (feels like they have to do a one-size fits all) and would appreciate more of some kind of thing built by my individual therapist."
JM (September 14, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I appreciate how the worksheets ask valuable questions and the responses I get from my therapist in addition to the sessions we have. However I think it would be useful to have options for answering the questions more times in order to bring up other topics. I have also enjoyed the support I receive from my therapist during our sessions."
Bobby (September 13, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"a safe space"
I Like My Therapist (September 11, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I've never had counseling that combines counseling sessions with actual homework and reading. And the content is great. It has strongly helped me in my journey towards healing and I am grateful for the program."
Great Platform (August 10, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"My therapist, Steve, has been amazing so far. He has made the process a lot easier and more comfortable than I anticipated"
Great Experience (July 17, 2026)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"It's been helpful in identifying my problems and a way I can continue to work through them."
Sully (July 09, 2026)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"I wish there was an option for bi-weekly therapy."
JS (July 07, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Steve has been wonderful and a great help in my healing journey."
DS (July 07, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I began working with Steve on Online-Therapy.com and it's been a wonderful experience. It's great to have flexibility with my sessions and I've been feeling a lot better since I started."
Very Helpful (June 29, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"The sessions and worksheets have been able to remind me that I can reframe most things, if not anything, into better perspective."
Zander K (June 21, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"It’s good"
Good (May 27, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Very good"
Andrew Kwalwasser (May 25, 2026)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"Questions could be a bit more incisive but overall good"
Good (May 24, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"It's been great! The worksheets really help with self reflection."
N41035 (April 23, 2026)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"The worksheets are helpful. It made me think about and question a lot of things. It feels good to write down the problems I am having. My therapist is also very friendly but havent had much progress with him yet."
The Worksheets Are Helpful (March 30, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Thanks"
Na (March 08, 2026)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Great so far"
Matt (March 06, 2026)