Garrett Colton Verified Provider

Garrett Colton, MSW, LSW, is a clinical social worker candidate and licensed therapist in Fort Collins, Colorado. He provides compassionate mental health care for teens and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions. As part of Poudre Psychotherapy Partners, Garrett offers individual therapy both in-person and online.

Drawing on his background as a former first responder with six years in emergency medicine, Garrett brings a calm, direct, and strengths-based approach that emphasizes collaborative treatment planning and actionable solutions aligned with each client’s values.

Therapy Services at Garrett Colton’s Practice

Clients typically begin with a free consultation (15 to 30 minutes) to discuss their goals, ask questions, and determine if the therapeutic approach is a good fit. From there, Garrett provides a safe, structured environment for individual therapy tailored to each person’s unique circumstances, culture and background.

Therapy Techniques

Garrett utilizes evidence-based modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to address ADHD, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, anger management, and relationship issues. Sessions balance processing difficult experiences with practical skill-building to improve daily functioning, resilience, and emotional well-being.

Who he treats

Garretty provides therapy for teens, adults, veterans, first responders, deaf clients, and secular/nonreligious individuals. He also offers LGBTQ+ affirming care.

Payment options

Garrett charges $145 per session with a sliding scale available. He is in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Medicaid, TRICARE, and UnitedHealthcare. His office provides superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.