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) and Arizona (#22661).
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 and Green Valley, Arizona, 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 (18 reviews).
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"High quality lessons and a truly caring, supportive therapist whom I can trust."
LH (October 16, 2025)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"I have been using online therapy for a month and am quite happy so far. I like my therapist and have gained useful insights. Being able to message in between sessions is great. I have not really used the other resources provided in my membership like the yoga videos or self guided lessons. But so far, so good. I am planning to continue my membership and also recommended it to a couple of friends."
Helpful And Convenient (October 16, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I really like my online therapist that has been assigned to me, Steve. We laugh, he's supportive, but validates and helps me put everything in perspective. The platform is easy to use as well."
Just Starting (October 15, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"My therapist Steve has been so great! Really excited to have been connected with him, and looking forward to all the work we have coming up."
Jorge (October 07, 2025)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"I feel like I have really improved through this journey of online therapy"
Tommy (September 18, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"My therapist has been supportive and really listens to me."
Great (August 26, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Convienant and helpful"
Jeeves (July 29, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"The website is easy to understand and easy to navigate. Definitely recommend."
Excellent Help (July 08, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Very productive sessions with Steve Garufi.. Sorting through a lot of issues that need to be surfaced. The emotional turmoil has been significantly reduced."
Excellent Beginning (May 30, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Online-therapy has linked me up with a great therapist. The worksheets are accessible, and the interface is simple and easy to use."
Blue (April 21, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I really like the service because I can attend on sessions from all around the globe. My therapist is a great fit and I enjoy the sessions."
Alex (April 18, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Great platform. Really convenient and quality therapists who care and are consistent. I was a person who used to think therapy/counseling made you weak and was very skeptical, however, I have had a wonderful experience on online-therapy.com. Previously I tried ReGain or BetterHelp and actually got stood up by counselors during my sessions. Never once had any issues on here, 10/10 reccomend."
Sapphire (April 12, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"This has been a very positive experience. The worksheets I have done and my therapist's feedback have been valuable to me."
Anxious Reviewer (February 23, 2025)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"It's been great! My first therapist was fine enough, but it was very easy to go search for a new one and when I did, my experience improved a lot! I really like the worksheets and whatnot too"
Courtland (February 20, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"A genuine and caring man. Talking with Steve is like talking with a good friend who just wants the best for you. Highly recommend."
Willie (January 17, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Great course and a great therapist. You will get the best results by really sticking with it and engaging with the materials. I recommend scheduling time each week to complete the modules and bring up important things to your therapist. My thought patterns are improving and I have acquired tools that I will continue to use. Completely worth the money."
Willie (January 17, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Thing are going well. I feel that I am heard vs judged."
Going Well (January 10, 2025)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Steve has been a game-changer for me, and this is after the first couple weeks where things are generally great. I still find by logging in each day and trying my best to be consistent, it seems as though I my negative behaviors are less and positive ones more. It also helps a great deal - as much as the program itself - that Steve seems like a genuinely caring therapist. I really could not ask for more and am extremely thankful."
Hightly Recommend (December 16, 2024)