David Ramstad, LMFT
Compassionate, direct Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- 22 years experience
- Trauma and addiction
- Relationships and family
About David Ramstad
David Ramstad is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 22 years of experience helping people navigate difficult life moments. He blends a warm, compassionate presence with a direct, straightforward style that honors the strength it takes to seek support. As an LMFT he is trained to work with individuals, couples, and families, focusing on relational patterns alongside personal healing.
His therapeutic work is collaborative and practical, aimed at understanding each person’s goals and offering clear, applicable insights. He integrates multiple theoretical approaches and also brings the perspective of lived experience, which keeps the work grounded and oriented toward solutions that can be used in everyday life. Depending on a person’s needs, therapy may include exploring new ways of seeing problems, learning skills to cope with stress, or addressing deep emotional wounds with honest compassion.
Over his career he has supported people facing trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, among other concerns. He seeks to meet clients where they are, respect their journeys, and provide both support and challenge to foster meaningful growth. He values the opportunity to walk alongside those ready to begin this process.
His therapeutic work is collaborative and practical, aimed at understanding each person’s goals and offering clear, applicable insights. He integrates multiple theoretical approaches and also brings the perspective of lived experience, which keeps the work grounded and oriented toward solutions that can be used in everyday life. Depending on a person’s needs, therapy may include exploring new ways of seeing problems, learning skills to cope with stress, or addressing deep emotional wounds with honest compassion.
Over his career he has supported people facing trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, among other concerns. He seeks to meet clients where they are, respect their journeys, and provide both support and challenge to foster meaningful growth. He values the opportunity to walk alongside those ready to begin this process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Ramstad have?
David Ramstad has 22 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is David Ramstad a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which denotes Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are CO LMFT MFT.0001166.
In which languages does David Ramstad provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is David Ramstad located?
He is located in Colorado.
How can I work with David Ramstad as my therapist?
You can work with David Ramstad through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Ramstad work with international clients?
Yes, David Ramstad works with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Ramstad cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
David Ramstad draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to tailor help to each person’s situation. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic stance where the therapist listens closely and supports the client’s own priorities and pace - it is useful for building self-understanding and strengthening relationships. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies and teaches specific skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. David collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time so the therapy remains responsive and effective.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life or connect from different locations. These options support continuity of care and allow licensed professionals to provide consistent therapeutic support in a format that works best for the client.