Dr. Andrew Mendonsa, CO Psychologist PSY.0005062, CA Psychologist PSY23208

Dr. Andrew Mendonsa is a licensed clinical psychologist with 22 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional, relational, and life transitions. He brings extensive experience across community mental health, addiction treatment, the criminal justice system, high-wealth private clients, and corporate settings, as well as ownership and management experience in both private business and the public sector. This varied background informs a practical, nuanced approach to work with men, LGBTQIA+ clients, and people from specialized communities, including those involved in kink, alternative sexual cultures, and polyamorous relationships.

He specializes in addressing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy and sexual behavior issues, self-esteem, sleep problems, parenting and caregiver stress, career challenges, and compassion fatigue. For individuals facing problematic sexual behavior, he offers a non-judgmental, motivational approach that focuses on understanding underlying drivers and developing achievable, personalized plans for change rather than imposing diktats.

Dr. Mendonsa uses a collaborative, goal-oriented style that emphasizes measurable progress and practical skills, with the aim of making therapy a catalyst for change rather than a lifelong commitment. He is an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician who supports exploration of identity, gender, relationships, and sexual expression. He is licensed as a psychologist in Colorado - CO Psychologist PSY.0005062 - and in California - CA Psychologist PSY23208. These credentials indicate licensure to practice psychology in those states. Prospective clients seeking focused, pragmatic support can expect a respectful, outcome-focused partnership grounded in years of cross-sector experience.