Aaron Bilodeau, MS, LPC, NCC
Beartooth Counseling LLC
About Aaron Bilodeau, LPC – Therapist in Colorado Springs
I’m Aaron Bilodeau, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado Springs with clinical experience in mental health and emotional wellness since 2014. Over the years, I’ve supported clients in a wide range of environments — from wilderness therapy programs and juvenile detention centers to addiction clinics and psychiatric hospitals in North Carolina, Georgia, and Colorado.
My counseling approach is shaped by real-world experience and a deep respect for nature and resilience. I was raised in western Montana, where I developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. The name “Beartooth” honors the mountain range that inspired me — and now, I live in Colorado Springs with my wife and our three children, surrounded by the mountains we love.
Aaron’s Journey – From Montana to Colorado Springs
I grew up in Helena, Montana, just east of the Continental Divide. Summers were spent backpacking and climbing mountains, and in winter, I fell in love with skiing. These outdoor experiences shaped my view of wellness — teaching me that balance, resilience, and connection to nature are key to staying grounded.
I’m grateful for the family and friends who encouraged me to explore, reflect, and grow — and those values deeply influence how I support my clients today as a counselor in Colorado Springs.
My goal is to pass on those same lessons of strength and connection, both to my children and to the individuals I work with in therapy.
Education & Counseling Credentials
My academic background combines psychology, outdoor leadership, and clinical counseling — all of which shape how I work with clients as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado Springs.
I earned a dual bachelor’s degree from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana: a BS in Psychology and a BA in Outdoor Therapeutic Recreation. I later completed the Outdoor Educator Program through the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in Lander, Wyoming — a program that deepened my understanding of leadership and resilience.
After working in outdoor education, I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Georgia and became an LPC. This education allows me to support clients using evidence-based therapy grounded in real-world experience.
Outdoor Therapy Experience – A Foundation for My Counseling Practice
During my college summers, I worked at Talisman Summer Camp in North Carolina, a therapeutic camp supporting children diagnosed with Autism and Asperger’s. Those formative years shaped my view on growth, adaptability, and the healing power of nature.
I returned to North Carolina each year to hike, rock climb, and guide others through wilderness experiences that fostered emotional development. After graduation, I worked with the North Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice at Camp Woodson, a program where I helped at-risk youth develop self-regulation, peer relationships, and coping skills through structured outdoor therapy.
These years instilled in me a deep appreciation for resilience — something I bring into every session with my clients as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado Springs.
My Clinical Therapy Experience
As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado Springs, I’ve worked in a variety of therapeutic environments, including:
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Outpatient drug addiction centers
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Acute psychiatric hospitals
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Clinics serving active-duty military service members and veterans
These diverse settings have equipped me to support clients with complex needs, whether related to trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, or family dynamics. I value working with people from all walks of life and strive to create a safe, respectful space for each client’s story to be heard and honored
