Fully Human Psychology

Serving your search for healing, purpose, freedom.

Chris Bradshaw, PhD, LPC
Psychotherapist, Writer

Do you want more out of life, and yet feel like something holds you back? Many possess great strengths and goals (even if they are hidden or buried), and yet struggle with anxiety, depression, or addictive behaviors. Many have experienced significant trauma, or patterns of psychological wounding. Perhaps you've felt like trauma defines you. Can these traumas/wounds give you strength, experience, and resilience, instead of interfering in your life and love? There are relationships to find or improve. There are projects and interests to pursue. Many are grieving a major loss or change and need skilled, present, and ethical support.

Therapy can help you access strengths, abilities, and resources. Through a safe, skilled, non-judgmental, and confidential therapy process we uncover what blocks you, determine the function this blockage attempts to play in your life, and help you to overcome. There is relief to access, as well as great meaning and power.

It takes courage and intelligence to reach out for support. I respect your desire to heal and grow. We do not have to suffer so intensely, and our lives can become much more meaningful, creative, and rich than we can always envision. I offer experienced, ethical, confidential, and caring psychotherapy. I hope we speak and determine if this would be a fit.

Note: it is usually considered unethical for therapists to request testimonials from clients. Therefore, you will note that on this website I have testimonials from colleagues about my practice of therapy.

If you want more information about outcomes with clients, please reach out to me directly. I am able to share some generalized information while respecting confidentiality.

I do not work with everyone in therapy who reaches out to me, because I want to ensure that I am a good fit to support you.

Fully Human Psychology is the therapy practice of Chris Bradshaw, PhD, LPC.

Please note: at this time, Dr. Bradshaw’s practice is at full capacity and he is not accepting new clients. This website will be updated when this changes.

Dr. Bradshaw offers compassionate, one-on-one in-person and telehealth therapy (live video/audio), drawing on 15 years’ experience in the mental health field and 8 years experience working in clinical roles with individuals as they search to overcome barriers and live a satisfying life. Discover a safe, confidential space to explore your needs, develop your strengths, and unlock more of your potential.

Note: Dr. Bradshaw is committed to helping individuals reach their unique goals at a pace that works for each individual client. This website does not make any promises regarding the speed at which individuals will achieve what they are after. Dr. Bradshaw is committed to tailoring his approach, to the best of his ability and within limits, to meet you where you are.

Therapeutic Focus

  • Substance Use

  • Behavioral Addictions (E.g., Gambling, sex, technology, gaming)

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma Issues /PTSD

  • Relationships

    Confidence /Assertiveness

  • Boundaries

  • Anger Management

  • Grief/Loss

  • Self-Exploration /Awareness

  • Personality Work

  • Career Counseling

“A person can be fully human only if they are fulfilling their deepest inner nature.”

Abraham Maslow, PhD

"Psychotherapy is an attempt to help a person become what they are, to make actual the potentialities that are theirs."

Rollo May, PhD

Personalized Therapy Paths

Therapies with potential for cultivating resilience, peace, creativity, self-exploration, personal transformation

Existential-Humanistic Approach

Existential-Humanistic therapy is central to Dr. Bradshaw’s practice, focusing on life's meaning, self-awareness, and existential concerns like freedom and authenticity.

Somatic Experiencing
Approach

Somatic Experiencing is key to Dr. Bradshaw’s practice, helping clients heal trauma by focusing on bodily sensations to release tension and support emotional healing.

Writings

Explore Dr. Bradshaw's articles on mental health, therapy, and personal growth.

Blog for Psychology Today
The Existential Station: Fuel for Presence, Meaning, Awe, Transcendence. Topics covered include the impact of caffeine on mental and physical health, as well as the significance of 'presence' in both life and therapy.
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American Psychological Association
Co-written book chapter (2nd author) on “therapeutic presence” for the forthcoming book titled The Evidenced-Based Foundations of Existential-Humanistic Psychotherapy being published by the American Psychological Association (APA) in spring 2025
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University Professors Press
Co-edited book to be published in 2025 by University Professors Press on the development of existential therapy around the world titled Existential Therapy in Cross-Cultural Contexts
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Dr. Bradshaw has additional writing projects in the works. This site will be updated as pieces publish.

Media

Discover interviews and media appearances.

July, 2024
Integrative Mental Health: The Importance of Existential Therapies. Conversation on the Saybrook University Podcast.
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June, 2024
The Potential Value of Boredom, Loneliness, & Guilt. Conversation on the Sierra Tucson podcast “My Miracle Radio.”
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June, 2024
Healthy Relationships with Technology. Conversation on the Sierra Tucson podcast “My Miracle Radio.”
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April, 2024
Men’s Mental Health Panel.
Panel discussion with fellow mental health professional colleagues/friends.
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Podcast

Dive into psychology and mental health topics.

Join Dr. Bradshaw and Dr. Sophie Archibald, PhD, LCSW, a therapist and professor in Utah, on the Fully Human Psychology Podcast as they interview leading experts in the psychology, mental health, and healing spaces to discuss, among many other topics, what it means to be fully human, what tends to get in our way, and how do we meet the current challenges we face with creativity, joy, love, and a spirit of service to the world?

  • "Dr. Chris Bradshaw is one of those rare human beings who is as passionate and present toward his work with clients as he is toward psychological inquiry and scholarship. He is a superb writer, thinker and presenter. Dr. Bradshaw is among the best I have known in the clinical field and I am delighted to see him launch his professional career.”

    - Kirk Schneider, PhD

  • "Chris has great compassion, presence, and intellectual ability and he brings these into his way of being in the world, as well as his work as a psychologist and therapist. We need more of this in the field and in society. Especially the compassion and the presence. I've enjoyed getting to know him as a student and now as a colleague. He is a great spokesperson for Existential-Humanistic psychotherapy. His research on the client experience of therapeutic presence is an important contribution on an important subject."

    - Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD

  • “Chris is a phenomenal psychotherapist with a broad understanding of many modalities and a special passion for existential and humanistic work that sets him apart. Chris does excellent work as a therapist and I receive constant (!) rave reviews from patients about his individual and group interventions. He is a unique talent and a pleasure and honor to have on the team. Chris has exceptional compassion and kindness and strives to be mindful and present in his interactions. He also has an enviable drive and passion for learning. He inspires others with his heart and his desire for professional growth. I’ve considered it a great privilege to work closely with Chris, and he inspires me and so many others around him to strive to be compassionate, curious, present, and hungry for the next growth opportunity.”

    - Ryan Drzewiecki, PsyD

  • “Chris has a way about him that immediately creates a feeling of safety and trust. He is extremely knowledgeable and uses expertise in a way that makes sense to people. I am always confident that his clients are in great hands. Kind, warm and thoughtful.”

    - Jody Little, MS, LPC, EMDR-C

  • “Dr. Bradshaw is a deeply compassionate & kind human being, & an amazing clinician. He possesses a wealth of clinical wisdom & experience, and truly loves his craft. He is evolving into an incredible leader in our field, and for that we are very fortunate!”

    - Dr. Chris Deussing, DSW, LCSW

  • “Chris is an excellent clinician and human being. I've had the honor of working with him directly and learned so much from him. He is kind, compassionate, and open. His skills are priceless and he brings healing to those that work with him.”

    - David Cato, MSW, LCSW, SEP, DARe

  • “I know Chris as an expert counselor, writer and teacher who is sensitive, warm, thoughtful and an empathetic listener. His gifts inspire others to become aware and connect with what is most alive inside to seek discovery and fulfillment. Highly Recommend.”

    - Bonnie Rose, MA, MFT

Ready to Take the Next Step?

A new path on your journey for safety, growth, healing, creativity, purpose begins here. Dr. Bradshaw is here to support you. Making an appointment is easy and convenient.