Max Stager, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Colorado Springs, CO
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
Create a safe and supportive space to heal and grow together with an experienced therapist
Feeling unheard and disconnected in your marriage? Do you and your partner get defensive or shut down when trying to talk about your relationship? You're not alone.
Imagine a relationship where you feel safe to be yourself, where your voice is valued, and where you and your spouse can truly connect. Imagine the relief of finally feeling understood and appreciated.
I believe that relationships are a journey, and sometimes we need a guide. In my practice, I create a safe and supportive space for couples to explore the complexities of their connection. I take an integrative approach, understanding that each individual brings their own unique history, experiences, and influences to the relationship. We'll explore your individual stories, cultural backgrounds, and the influence of biological factors that might be impacting your dynamic. Using evidence-based methods like DBT (certified), Nonviolent Communication, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy (certified), and NLP (certified), I'll help you and your partner develop the skills to communicate more effectively, understand each other on a deeper level, and create a more loving and fulfilling relationship.
With over two decades of experience, I empower couples to create the fulfilling relationships they desire. I've worked with individuals, couples, and families facing diverse challenges, including infidelity, separation/divorce, and mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, and dissociation. I guide couples in developing the skills they need to foster connection, understanding, and mutual respect, while also honoring each partner's individual authenticity and autonomy (the ability to be true to themselves and make their own choices).
Ready to reconnect and create the fulfilling relationship you deserve? I offer evening appointments for private pay clients. Contact me today to schedule your free consultation.
License
License(s)
Professional associations
Education
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$125 - $150Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Medicaid
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Specialties and clinical interests
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Criminal Justice Involvement
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Personality Disorders
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Relationships
- Stress/Stress Management
- Trauma & PTSD
Therapy types
- Deborah Tannen's Socio-Linguist Approach
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion Focused Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Helen Fisher's Biological Anthropological Approach
- Mindfulness
- NLP
- Nonviolent Communication
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- Military Families
- Veterans
- Trauma Survivors
Faith-based specialties
- Non-traditional Christianity
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Couples
Languages
- English
Website and social media