Marc Gordon

I studied Contemplative Psychotherapy at Naropa University in Boulder, CO, where meditation and Eastern psychology blend with our Western models of therapy. I find creativity along all life's paths, particularly in mindful practices around speech, movement, food and being in the natural world, away from distractions. My style is similar to an engaged, observational nature walk: stopping along the way to identify growth patterns and stuck areas; lifting the binos to scope out the past and look towards the future; and a holistic awareness and honoring of the pauses and stops along the journey of your life's trek.

My clinical work, both virtual and in-person, incudes residential treatment, crisis intervention, work with youth, families and elders, and is informed by deep self-work over three decades. I've been through both my parent's deaths and know first hand about Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). I know divorce and long-term commitment, plus I understand the complexities of today's myriad relationship challenges. I’ve navigated attachment-based parenting with my spouse for over 23 years, and believe getting out of my kids’ way has been the best decision. I am a neurodivergent-affirming therapist who has personal experience with attentional issues. I enjoy working with clients around transitions, aging, end-of-life issues, men's and women's issues, family dynamics, ADHD, and caregiving in the "sandwich generation." Connecting to earth and ocean, with friends and family, rejuvenates me most, especially when I get to cook.

My style is informed by your participation, and I'm particularly interested in you, your family, parenting, end-of-life decisions and support.

I engage and question your recurrent pathways (the stories you tell), point out unseen markers and way signs along the path that you might overlook, to help bring clarity to your vista. I am compassionate, patient and real.

I will engage you wherever you are, and help bring focus to your therapeutic journey. We will set realistic goals of addressing your situation in the present moment, strategize and discuss areas of concern/challenge, and engage in authentic exploration of where you'd like to be when we're done.