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303-986-4197

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Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective tools for addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. Therapists at Westside Behavioral Care use CBT to help clients recognize and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, reduce emotional distress, and build healthier coping strategies.

 

Common concerns treated with CBT include anxiety, depression, phobias, obsessive thoughts, and negative self-image. CBT is practical and solution-focused, offering structure and measurable progress for individuals looking to make lasting change.

 
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CBT is appropriate for children, teens, and adults, and it can be used for both short-term goals and long-term emotional growth. Westside’s licensed therapists work collaboratively with each client to tailor sessions for specific needs, whether it’s challenging irrational beliefs or learning skills for emotional regulation.

 

Appointments are available in person across the greater Denver area — including Aurora, Lakewood, Boulder, Arvada, and Littleton — or online from anywhere in Colorado. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many also accept other insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. Call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal assistance scheduling your first session.

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Mark Priday

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 9:30 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • 43 Testington, Denver, CO 80227

  • 1975 S Garrison St, Lakewood , CO 80227

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Shana Dobson

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Shana believes you should feel safe, validated, challenged, and also comfortable being yourself.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Black or African American

Pronouns: She/Her/They/Them

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

Julie Van Ryswyk
Julie Van Ryswyk

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 11:30 AM

Offers sessions only online

Julie has been trained in EMDR and she finds a lot of reward in helping others move through a history of trauma, as well as other difficult experiences.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Crystal Dudley

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Crystal's therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from various modalities to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs and goals.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Thomas Stuart
Thomas Stuart

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Thomas helps support his clients with a style that is warm, receptive, and understanding.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

Libby Triolo
Libby Triolo

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

My approach is to treat you as an individual and partner with you in the healing process.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Nancy Wolff
Nancy Wolff

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 1:30 PM

Offers sessions only online

Nancy is here to provide safety and non-judgemental support, to celebrate you as you find your authentic way towards your highest goals.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Caroline Hanlet

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 2:30 PM

Offers sessions only online

Caroline strives to be a gentle, guiding presence in your life to help you accomplish your goals.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Caroline works with clients ages 15 and older.

Laura Shipman
Laura Shipman

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 2:30 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Laura has over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80214

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Emily Cunningham

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 3:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Emily will ensure that your treatment plan fits your particular set of needs.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • 2095 W. 6th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80020

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Karen Hauser

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 3:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Karen has been a LCSW since 1980 and specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: Self-Describe

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  • 6795 E. Tennessee Ave, Denver, CO 80224

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

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Anna Rocio Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 3:30 PM

Offers sessions only online

“Nurture the strength of Spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness” DESIDERATA

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Anna is exclusively accepting new female patients 45 years old and over.