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303-986-4197

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Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Find a Therapist

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.

Support That Reflects Your Experiences and Goals

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Many people look for support that feels collaborative, respectful, and responsive to their individual experiences, communication styles, relationships, and personal goals.

Emotional Safety

A supportive therapy environment can help people speak openly, process difficult emotions, and explore challenges without fear of judgment.

Communication & Relationships

Therapy may help people navigate communication patterns, relationship dynamics, conflict, boundaries, and interpersonal stress.

Stress, Burnout & Daily Pressures

Many people seek therapy while managing ongoing stress, burnout, emotional exhaustion, or major life transitions.

Identity, Growth & Self-Understanding

Therapy can create space for self-reflection, personal growth, emotional insight, and exploring values, goals, and life experiences.

Why Therapist Fit Can Matter in Therapy

Many people look for therapy that feels supportive, collaborative, and responsive to their individual needs and experiences. Research on the therapeutic relationship consistently shows that feeling comfortable with a therapist can play an important role in the therapy process. Feeling heard, respected, and able to communicate openly may help people feel more engaged in therapy and more comfortable exploring difficult emotions, relationships, stressors, and personal goals over time.

Feeling Comfortable & Understood

Many people begin therapy looking for a space where they can speak openly without fear of judgment or misunderstanding. Feeling comfortable with a therapist may help create a stronger foundation for honest conversations, emotional reflection, and discussing experiences that feel difficult, personal, or emotionally overwhelming.

Collaborative Communication

Therapy is often most effective when clients and therapists work together in a collaborative and supportive way. Some people may prefer structured guidance and practical strategies, while others may value a more conversational or reflective approach. Open communication can help therapy feel more personalized and responsive to changing needs over time.

Personalized Support

Therapists may differ in their communication styles, therapeutic approaches, and areas of focus. Because therapy is not one-size-fits-all, many people benefit from exploring different approaches and personalities when searching for support. Finding the right fit may help therapy feel more comfortable, meaningful, and aligned with a person’s goals and preferences.

Trust & Long-Term Growth

Therapy often develops gradually through consistency, trust, and ongoing communication. For many people, building a supportive therapeutic relationship may help create space for self-reflection, emotional growth, coping strategies, and navigating challenges or life transitions with greater support over time.

Exploring therapists with different backgrounds, approaches, and communication styles can help people find support that feels aligned with their individual needs, comfort level, and goals for therapy.

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.

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapists in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Everyone deserves a therapist who respects and affirms their identity. Westside Behavioral Care offers inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Colorado.

Read more about LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy

Whether you’re navigating gender identity, coming out, relationship dynamics, trauma, or day-to-day stress, our therapists create safe spaces for reflection and support. Many of our providers also offer support for intersectional challenges related to race, disability, faith, and healthcare access.

FREE RESOURCE: Colorado Address Confidentiality Program (ACP)
Colorado has launched the Colorado Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) which offers protections for reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare workers and their patients. The program offers a legal substitute address and mail forwarding. Government agencies must accept the substitute address in place of your actual home address to protect personal safety. Additional details: https://dcs.colorado.gov/acp

Appointments are available in person throughout the Greater Denver Area or via online therapy statewide. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many are also credentialed with other insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. You can also call us at (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal assistance scheduling your first session.

Gwen Tagtmeier
Gwen Tagtmeier

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Gwen is committed to crafting a compassionate and warm environment for her clients.


  • Depression, LGBTQIA+, and Women's Issues
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80211
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Emily Peirce
Emily Peirce

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 2 reviews

Seeing clients over 16 years old.

Emily uses EMDR and DBT to help adults and teens over 16 heal from trauma and break cycles, providing a warm, person-centered approach to foster transformative and long-lasting change.


  • Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Aurora, CO 80014
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Monica Braden
Monica Braden

Licensed Professional Counselor

Monica specializes in trauma and anxiety for adults and seniors using CBT and mindfulness, offering inclusive LGBTQIA+ support and counseling in American Sign Language.


  • Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Alyssa Glaser
Alyssa Glaser

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 1 review

Alyssa provides inclusive sex therapy, trauma recovery, and OCD support for adults, utilizing evidence-based tools to help clients reclaim intimacy and build resilience in a safe, welcoming space.


  • Sexual Dysfunction, Trauma, and Sexual Abuse
  • Humana, and more
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Katie Thornton
Katie Thornton

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Katie uses EMDR and neurodiverse-affirming care to help children and adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and PTSD by drawing on their unique strengths to live fulfilling lives.


  • Trauma, Anxiety, and PTSD
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Shelby Amann
Shelby Amann

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 2 reviews

Shelby uses DBT and EMDR to help teens and adults heal from trauma, grief, and anxiety, fostering a collaborative space for transformational growth and improved relationships.


  • Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · No Physical Location, CO
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Maggie McEachern
Maggie McEachern

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Maggie offers attachment-focused play therapy and expressive care for all ages, specializing in anxiety, adoption, and 2e support to help families and individuals find lasting healing.


  • Play Therapy, Anxiety, and Parenting Support
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Arvada, CO 8002
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Katie Kelley
Katie Kelley

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 1 review

Available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Katie provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for all ages, using EMDR and CBT to help children, teens, and adults heal from anxiety and depression in a safe, inclusive environment.


  • Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Lakewood, CO 80214
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Alex Spare
Alex Spare

Licensed Professional Counselor

Alex specializes in EMDR and trauma-informed therapy for teens and adults, using his collaborative approach to help clients overcome anxiety and depression.


  • Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Lonetree, CO 80124
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado

Need Help Finding the Right Therapist?

Searching for a therapist can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when looking for support that feels comfortable and aligned with your needs. Our team can help answer questions, explain therapy options, and connect you with therapists based on preferences like communication style, areas of focus, scheduling, availability, and insurance coverage.