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Browse CBT therapists across Colorado who help individuals navigate anxiety, negative thought patterns, stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday behavioral challenges.
Browse CBT therapists across Colorado who help individuals navigate anxiety, negative thought patterns, stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday behavioral challenges.
Browse CBT therapists across Colorado who help individuals navigate anxiety, negative thought patterns, stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday behavioral challenges.
Browse CBT therapists across Colorado who help individuals navigate anxiety, negative thought patterns, stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday behavioral challenges.
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Use the filter options to find available therapists by specialty, insurance, location and age group.
Appointments may be available in as little as 48 hours. Many major insurance plans accepted.
Thomas Stuart
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
5/30/2026 at 9:00 AM
Thomas specializes in workplace issues, career stress, and addiction, using a solution-oriented CBT approach to help adults overcome barriers and achieve lasting recovery.
- Workplace Stress, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness
- 1 In-Network Plan
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jeremy Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
5/30/2026 at 11:00 AM
Jeremy uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and addiction, empowering them to rethink challenges and move forward with meaningful, valued actions.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
- Aetna, Cigna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Littleton, CO 80123
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Loretta McGill-Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Soonest:
5/31/2026 at 10:00 AM
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Loretta provides compassionate therapy for adults, utilizing CBT and DBT to help her clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and eating disorders while building self-esteem in a safe space.
- LGBTQIA+, Play Therapy, Veterans, Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect, and Depression
- Humana, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
How CBT Approaches Thoughts and Behaviors How CBT Approaches Thoughts and Behaviors How CBT Approaches Thoughts and Behaviors How CBT Approaches Thoughts and Behaviors
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy approach focused on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors can contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty coping with life challenges. The therapy helps individuals identify these patterns and develop healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding.
Sessions often involve exploring current challenges, identifying thought patterns, building coping strategies, practicing behavioral changes, and developing practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy. CBT is typically goal-oriented and collaborative, with many therapists incorporating exercises, reflection, or between-session practice to support progress over time.
Many people appreciate CBT because it provides practical tools, structure, and clear strategies for managing emotions, reducing distress, and improving daily functioning.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy approach focused on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors can contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty coping with life challenges. The therapy helps individuals identify these patterns and develop healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding.
Sessions often involve exploring current challenges, identifying thought patterns, building coping strategies, practicing behavioral changes, and developing practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy. CBT is typically goal-oriented and collaborative, with many therapists incorporating exercises, reflection, or between-session practice to support progress over time.
Many people appreciate CBT because it provides practical tools, structure, and clear strategies for managing emotions, reducing distress, and improving daily functioning.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy approach focused on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors can contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty coping with life challenges. The therapy helps individuals identify these patterns and develop healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding.
Sessions often involve exploring current challenges, identifying thought patterns, building coping strategies, practicing behavioral changes, and developing practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy. CBT is typically goal-oriented and collaborative, with many therapists incorporating exercises, reflection, or between-session practice to support progress over time.
Many people appreciate CBT because it provides practical tools, structure, and clear strategies for managing emotions, reducing distress, and improving daily functioning.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy approach focused on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors can contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty coping with life challenges. The therapy helps individuals identify these patterns and develop healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding.
Sessions often involve exploring current challenges, identifying thought patterns, building coping strategies, practicing behavioral changes, and developing practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy. CBT is typically goal-oriented and collaborative, with many therapists incorporating exercises, reflection, or between-session practice to support progress over time.
Many people appreciate CBT because it provides practical tools, structure, and clear strategies for managing emotions, reducing distress, and improving daily functioning.
What to Expect During Therapy
Therapy sessions can look different depending on a person’s goals, experiences, and preferred approach to support. Many therapy approaches involve collaborative conversations, emotional reflection, skill-building, and working together to better understand challenges, patterns, and personal goals over time.
Collaborative Support
Therapy is often a collaborative process where individuals and therapists work together to explore concerns, identify goals, and build strategies that feel supportive and manageable.
Building Skills & Awareness
Some therapy sessions may involve learning coping strategies, emotional awareness techniques, communication tools, or new ways of responding to stress, relationships, and difficult experiences.
Personalized Goals & Growth
Therapy may focus on different goals depending on a person’s experiences, relationships, challenges, and priorities. Many people use therapy to support personal growth over time.
A Flexible & Supportive Process
The pace and structure of therapy can vary based on comfort level, goals, and personal preferences. Many people benefit from approaches that feel supportive and responsive to their needs.
Why Therapists May Use CBT Why Therapists May Use CBT Why Therapists May Use CBT Why Therapists May Use CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used because it provides practical, structured strategies for identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to emotional distress. Therapists frequently use CBT to support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, depression, panic symptoms, perfectionism, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.
Many therapists appreciate CBT because it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and focused on building coping skills that individuals can apply outside of therapy sessions. The approach may feel especially supportive for people looking for practical tools, structure, and measurable progress over time.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used because it provides practical, structured strategies for identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to emotional distress. Therapists frequently use CBT to support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, depression, panic symptoms, perfectionism, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.
Many therapists appreciate CBT because it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and focused on building coping skills that individuals can apply outside of therapy sessions. The approach may feel especially supportive for people looking for practical tools, structure, and measurable progress over time.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used because it provides practical, structured strategies for identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to emotional distress. Therapists frequently use CBT to support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, depression, panic symptoms, perfectionism, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.
Many therapists appreciate CBT because it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and focused on building coping skills that individuals can apply outside of therapy sessions. The approach may feel especially supportive for people looking for practical tools, structure, and measurable progress over time.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used because it provides practical, structured strategies for identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to emotional distress. Therapists frequently use CBT to support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, depression, panic symptoms, perfectionism, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.
Many therapists appreciate CBT because it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and focused on building coping skills that individuals can apply outside of therapy sessions. The approach may feel especially supportive for people looking for practical tools, structure, and measurable progress over time.
We Work With Your Insurance
Westside Behavioral Care works with many major insurance providers to help make therapy more accessible and affordable. Coverage for counseling may vary depending on your plan, therapist availability, and whether you are seeking virtual or in-person sessions.
You can filter therapists based on your plan to find covered care quickly.
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.
Read more about CBT 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.
Caroline Hanlet
Licensed Professional Counselor
Caroline works with clients ages 15 and older.
Caroline uses DBT and EMDR to empower clients ages 15 and older to overcome eating disorders, addiction, and trauma through a compassionate, supportive approach.
- Eating Disorders, Substance Use, and Trauma
- Aetna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Kayla Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Available Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm.
Kayla specializes in EMDR and trauma therapy for young adults and the LGBTQIA+ community, using a collaborative, strength-based approach to help clients find lasting healing and resilience.
- Trauma, LGBTQIA+, and Anxiety
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Denver, CO 80210
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Kayla Jackson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Kayla supports adults facing anxiety, depression, and trauma using CBT and DBT, offering an inclusive, intersectional approach to help clients build resilience and achieve their goals.
- Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Julie Rudiger
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Julie provides practical, interactive therapy for adults and seniors, using ACT and EMDR to help clients overcome anxiety and grief while building self-esteem and creating a meaningful life.
- Depression, Anxiety, and Grief & Loss
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Denver, CO 80230
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Kim Kelly
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Kim uses EMDR and play therapy to help children and adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and stress, fostering reconnection and wholeness through a compassionate, client-centered approach.
- Anxiety, EMDR, and Play Therapy
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Arvada, CO 80002
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Sammy Weakley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Sammy uses EMDR and person-centered therapy to help teens and adults heal from trauma and anxiety, empowering her clients to reclaim emotional balance in a supportive environment.
- Panic Disorder, Anxiety, and Stress
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lauren Rivas
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lauren empowers adults and young adults to overcome anxiety and trauma, using a collaborative, trauma-informed approach with CBT and DBT for lasting healing and resilience.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Laurie Powell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Laurie empowers adults and young adults to overcome anxiety and trauma using EMDR and mindfulness, building the resilience and confidence needed to thrive through life transitions.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jessie Scherer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jessie empowers adults and young adults through life transitions and trauma using an inclusive, systemic approach with CBT and ACT to help her clients find balance and resilience.
- Adjustment Disorders, Domestic Violence, and Major Life Transitions
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
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