Aaron Blackham

With a diverse background spanning 15 years in the mental health field, Aaron Blackham, LCSW, brings a wealth of experience to his therapeutic practice. His journey through wilderness-based, residential, medical, private, nonprofit, and public agencies has equipped him with the versatility to create dynamic healing spaces for a wide range of clients.

Aaron's approach to therapy is as multifaceted as his experience. He employs a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed methodology, skillfully integrating various techniques such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), emotional intelligence, transpersonal psychology, mindfulness, and systems theory. This eclectic toolkit allows him to tailor his approach to each client's unique needs. Aaron also offers HeartMath-based biofeedback, an innovative technique to enhance emotional regulation and optimize mental and physical performance.

Specializing in a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, Aaron is adept at addressing anxiety, grief, mood disorders, substance use disorders, crisis intervention, and trauma. His expertise extends to stress management, life transitions, insomnia, health coaching, career-related challenges, and relational and family concerns. Aaron's multicultural lens informs his practice, allowing him to work effectively with individuals across all spectrums of human diversity.

In addition to individual counseling, Aaron is skilled in family counseling and employs the Gottman method for pre-marital and couples' counseling. His 12 years of experience in teaching, training, and consulting on evidence-based practices that promote wellness further enriches his therapeutic approach. Aaron's comprehensive knowledge of local and national resources enables him to provide holistic support, fostering unbound self-growth and overall wellness.

Beyond his professional life, Aaron's personal interests in live music, traveling, sports, and outdoor activities inform his well-rounded approach to life and therapy. His dedication to sustainability, evidenced by his greenhouse and aquaponic system, and his daily practice of permaculture, reflect his commitment to holistic living – a philosophy that permeates his therapeutic work, encouraging clients to seek balance and growth in all aspects of their lives.