Therapists in Denver, CO
Liz Leahey
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I can support you if you’re wanting to live a more authentic, connected life, where you are living out of your personal code of ethics. It is my goal as a therapist to help bring you back to a felt sense of connection with your body. I specialize in working with teen and adult clients who are going through transitional phases, experiencing relationship issues, or are in need of processing some heavy life events. Therapy doesn’t exist in a vacuum. For those of us with marginalized identities, whether that be neurodivergence, chronic illness, or you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community, I want you to feel seen and heard.
I can support you if you’re wanting to live a more authentic, connected life, where you are living out of your personal code of ethics. It is my goal as a therapist to help bring you back to a felt sense of connection with your body. I specialize in working with teen and adult clients who are going through transitional phases, experiencing relationship issues, or are in need of processing some heavy life events. Therapy doesn’t exist in a vacuum. For those of us with marginalized identities, whether that be neurodivergence, chronic illness, or you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community, I want you to feel seen and heard.
Silver Linings Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202 (Online Only)
Welcome to Silver Linings Counseling! We offer therapeutic services to individuals suffering from a wide array of mental health issues. Our goal is to provide support, empathy, and guidance while utilizing a non-judgmental and client-centered approach to therapy. We specialize in the following issues: Trauma (EMDR-focused), Depression and Anxiety, End of Life, Grief and Bereavement, Caregiving, Chronic Illness, Moving to a Facility, Significant Life Changes, Decreased Physical Strength and Ambulation, and Chronic Pain.
Welcome to Silver Linings Counseling! We offer therapeutic services to individuals suffering from a wide array of mental health issues. Our goal is to provide support, empathy, and guidance while utilizing a non-judgmental and client-centered approach to therapy. We specialize in the following issues: Trauma (EMDR-focused), Depression and Anxiety, End of Life, Grief and Bereavement, Caregiving, Chronic Illness, Moving to a Facility, Significant Life Changes, Decreased Physical Strength and Ambulation, and Chronic Pain.
Megan McConnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Currently accepting new clients in-person and online. Are you ready to start living your bold, joyful, authentic life? To let go of the anxiety, trauma, or self-doubt that stand in your way? You already have everything you need within you to get there, sometimes you just need help accessing it. That’s where I can help. I create an affirming and safe space for you to reconnect with who you are and what you want. We will work together to uncover and address what is keeping you stuck so you can achieve the transformation and healing you desire.
Currently accepting new clients in-person and online. Are you ready to start living your bold, joyful, authentic life? To let go of the anxiety, trauma, or self-doubt that stand in your way? You already have everything you need within you to get there, sometimes you just need help accessing it. That’s where I can help. I create an affirming and safe space for you to reconnect with who you are and what you want. We will work together to uncover and address what is keeping you stuck so you can achieve the transformation and healing you desire.
Juliane Honeywell Haburchak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80220
I am a Licensed Clinician, EMDR trained, with over 30 years of experience with combat veterans, survivors of military sexual trauma and civilians from all walks of life. I also specialize in childhood trauma, anxiety, depression as well as bereavement/grief. I have worked with veterans from WW II and Vietnam to those who have returned from Iraq and Afghanistan. I have a good sense of military culture; I have learned from the veterans. If you would like to work with an experienced, skilled clinician who can assist you in reaching your goals and letting go of the things that no longer serve you, please contact me.
I am a Licensed Clinician, EMDR trained, with over 30 years of experience with combat veterans, survivors of military sexual trauma and civilians from all walks of life. I also specialize in childhood trauma, anxiety, depression as well as bereavement/grief. I have worked with veterans from WW II and Vietnam to those who have returned from Iraq and Afghanistan. I have a good sense of military culture; I have learned from the veterans. If you would like to work with an experienced, skilled clinician who can assist you in reaching your goals and letting go of the things that no longer serve you, please contact me.
Harvest Therapeutic Services
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Are today’s stressful social relational pressures causing you undue stress? Are you finding it increasingly difficult to communicate with your partner, your child or friends? Are you needing to find a safe supportive environment to work through your emotions? As a Doctor and current Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as Licensed Addiction Counselor, I work with couples, groups or individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, substance abuse, or parenting issues.
Are today’s stressful social relational pressures causing you undue stress? Are you finding it increasingly difficult to communicate with your partner, your child or friends? Are you needing to find a safe supportive environment to work through your emotions? As a Doctor and current Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as Licensed Addiction Counselor, I work with couples, groups or individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, substance abuse, or parenting issues.
Full Spectrum Therapeutic Services LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
I find that my clients appreciate being listened to with acceptance, and that the focus on strengths is key in my practice. I apply a variety of evidenced based best practices that I have found treat a diversity of populations and challenges. The clients that come to me are seeking to be able to function and achieve their goals. My clients are provided outstanding clinical support, engendering valued action by providing: assessment and diagnosis (including ADOS), individual treatment planning, and comprehensive intervention.
I find that my clients appreciate being listened to with acceptance, and that the focus on strengths is key in my practice. I apply a variety of evidenced based best practices that I have found treat a diversity of populations and challenges. The clients that come to me are seeking to be able to function and achieve their goals. My clients are provided outstanding clinical support, engendering valued action by providing: assessment and diagnosis (including ADOS), individual treatment planning, and comprehensive intervention.
Marysol Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like you're both speaking, but neither of you is truly being heard, leaving you wondering how to communicate more effectively? For couples, communication often stands as the cornerstone of a healthy relationship. Yet, so many find it challenging to express their needs and understand their partner's love language. What does love mean to you? How do you express and receive love? These questions are essential in building a foundation of empathy and understanding between partners. I specialize in helping couples explore these questions, providing practical guidance on implementing effective communication strategies.
Do you ever feel like you're both speaking, but neither of you is truly being heard, leaving you wondering how to communicate more effectively? For couples, communication often stands as the cornerstone of a healthy relationship. Yet, so many find it challenging to express their needs and understand their partner's love language. What does love mean to you? How do you express and receive love? These questions are essential in building a foundation of empathy and understanding between partners. I specialize in helping couples explore these questions, providing practical guidance on implementing effective communication strategies.
Madison Nola
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80238
Do you feel consumed by thoughts about food, exercise, or your body? Do you control your weight as a way to control your life? Does the thought of your body changing bring about intense feelings of guilt, shame, or fear? Are your standards so high for yourself that it is a challenge to get even the smallest task done? Are you constantly criticizing every move you make? Are you constantly on-edge? Are your thoughts so loud that your mind never feels like a safe place? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help you.
Do you feel consumed by thoughts about food, exercise, or your body? Do you control your weight as a way to control your life? Does the thought of your body changing bring about intense feelings of guilt, shame, or fear? Are your standards so high for yourself that it is a challenge to get even the smallest task done? Are you constantly criticizing every move you make? Are you constantly on-edge? Are your thoughts so loud that your mind never feels like a safe place? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help you.
Gina Schiffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress and have difficulty controlling anxious or negative thoughts? Do you find that you put everyone else's needs before your own and feel burnt out trying to be perfect? I can help you manage symptoms that might be disrupting your life, uncover the root causes of anxiety and depression, and take back control of your thoughts and emotions. I specialize in working with adolescent girls and women around issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, self-esteem, body image, grief, life transitions, and boundaries.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress and have difficulty controlling anxious or negative thoughts? Do you find that you put everyone else's needs before your own and feel burnt out trying to be perfect? I can help you manage symptoms that might be disrupting your life, uncover the root causes of anxiety and depression, and take back control of your thoughts and emotions. I specialize in working with adolescent girls and women around issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, self-esteem, body image, grief, life transitions, and boundaries.
Desiree Kaye Norwood
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
If you’re struggling to cope with perfectionism, I can help you manage anxiety, criticism, expectations, and offer a path forward. Many high-achievers are caught in the relentless cycle of perfectionism, impacting not just work but relationships and self-worth. Together, we will work on boundaries, healing past trauma, and creating a more flexible way of being.
If you’re struggling to cope with perfectionism, I can help you manage anxiety, criticism, expectations, and offer a path forward. Many high-achievers are caught in the relentless cycle of perfectionism, impacting not just work but relationships and self-worth. Together, we will work on boundaries, healing past trauma, and creating a more flexible way of being.
Kali Fantoni
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CCHT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Issues with Food: Make peace with food, your body and yourself. Feel great about your body and comfortable in your own skin.
Look forward to an evening with friends, not just the next meal.
Maybe you want to lose weight, stop hurting yourself with food, stop those obsessive thoughts about eating and your body, or maybe you want to learn to feel good about yourself.
I won't make assumptions about you based on the size of your body. We will focus on what's important for you right now.
Issues with Food: Make peace with food, your body and yourself. Feel great about your body and comfortable in your own skin.
Look forward to an evening with friends, not just the next meal.
Maybe you want to lose weight, stop hurting yourself with food, stop those obsessive thoughts about eating and your body, or maybe you want to learn to feel good about yourself.
I won't make assumptions about you based on the size of your body. We will focus on what's important for you right now.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LP
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80219 (Online Only)
Are your emotions running amok? Between social media, traditional news broadcasts, friends and colleagues are you floundering or stumbling through so many sources of information that you’re no longer certain what is meaningful or important in your life? Within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will give you skills that you can use to chart your way through the haze. You will learn how to better control the emotional swings that cause you discomfort and sometimes interfere with meaningful relationships. Intimate relationships are difficult to manage and while you can’t change other people, you can change yourself.
Are your emotions running amok? Between social media, traditional news broadcasts, friends and colleagues are you floundering or stumbling through so many sources of information that you’re no longer certain what is meaningful or important in your life? Within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will give you skills that you can use to chart your way through the haze. You will learn how to better control the emotional swings that cause you discomfort and sometimes interfere with meaningful relationships. Intimate relationships are difficult to manage and while you can’t change other people, you can change yourself.
Leigh Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, NCSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I work with teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. I also work with preteens, teenagers and adults that have specific needs for executive functioning support, emotional self-regulation, and interpersonal relationship skill building. In addition to these services, I support adult victims of racial discrimination and treat racial trauma. I also have extensive experience working with individuals who have been identified as being gifted and or having a disability. I cover the full gamut of individuals with exceptionalities given the fact I am also a school psychologist.
I work with teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. I also work with preteens, teenagers and adults that have specific needs for executive functioning support, emotional self-regulation, and interpersonal relationship skill building. In addition to these services, I support adult victims of racial discrimination and treat racial trauma. I also have extensive experience working with individuals who have been identified as being gifted and or having a disability. I cover the full gamut of individuals with exceptionalities given the fact I am also a school psychologist.
Sarah Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Book online at anewlightcounseling.com. As a clinician, Sarah takes great effort to create a warm, nonjudgmental space to help clients feel seen and understood. She has experience working with youth, teens, and adults and brings compassion, genuineness, honest reflection, and humor to clients in session. Sarah is a client-focused clinician who strives to help her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, build meaningful relationships with boundaries, and obtain the goals they set for themselves.
Book online at anewlightcounseling.com. As a clinician, Sarah takes great effort to create a warm, nonjudgmental space to help clients feel seen and understood. She has experience working with youth, teens, and adults and brings compassion, genuineness, honest reflection, and humor to clients in session. Sarah is a client-focused clinician who strives to help her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, build meaningful relationships with boundaries, and obtain the goals they set for themselves.
Stefanie Raccuglia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, R-DMT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80204
I help ambitious, creative, and compassionate professional women ready to make an impact on the world, but struggle with trusting their own instincts. If you are feeling misunderstood, alone, and/or fighting excessive perfectionism and self-judgement, I will support you in uncovering the tools you already possess for authentically connecting with your inner strength and wisdom. Unlike reading self-help blogs that don't work or struggling with self destructive habits and feeling badly about yourself, I will give you specific techniques to help you make better decisions, connect with your body and feel more empowered.
I help ambitious, creative, and compassionate professional women ready to make an impact on the world, but struggle with trusting their own instincts. If you are feeling misunderstood, alone, and/or fighting excessive perfectionism and self-judgement, I will support you in uncovering the tools you already possess for authentically connecting with your inner strength and wisdom. Unlike reading self-help blogs that don't work or struggling with self destructive habits and feeling badly about yourself, I will give you specific techniques to help you make better decisions, connect with your body and feel more empowered.
Dr. Jason Bendezú
Psychologist, PhD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218 (Online Only)
Welcome to Love and Grow Youth and Family Therapy, PLLC :) I specialize in helping youth, young adults, couples, and families find direction in navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behavior, obsessive and compulsive behavior, as well as traumatic stress. I approach therapy with genuine curiosity, humbly meeting my clients where they are, validating those life experiences that bring my clients into therapy, and learning more about the tool kits clients have used thus far to steer them through troubled waters.
Welcome to Love and Grow Youth and Family Therapy, PLLC :) I specialize in helping youth, young adults, couples, and families find direction in navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behavior, obsessive and compulsive behavior, as well as traumatic stress. I approach therapy with genuine curiosity, humbly meeting my clients where they are, validating those life experiences that bring my clients into therapy, and learning more about the tool kits clients have used thus far to steer them through troubled waters.
A Helping Hand Counseling
MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246
Does it feel like you have a weight on your chest? Do you feel like you sacrifice or push relationships away because you isolate yourself from others. We can often times feel like no one understand what we are going through so we may hold things in.
Does it feel like you have a weight on your chest? Do you feel like you sacrifice or push relationships away because you isolate yourself from others. We can often times feel like no one understand what we are going through so we may hold things in.
Amanda Walker | Autism Affirming Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202 (Online Only)
Does it feel like you’re struggling to thrive in a world that just wasn’t built for you? We autistic folks know this feeling all too well, and how especially hard it hits when you’re feeling lonely, depressed, anxious, lost, or just completely overwhelmed. Whether you’re just trying to keep your head above water every day or trying to emerge into a new stage of your life, you don’t need to do it all alone. While I specialize in working with autistic adults, these feelings can resonate with folks from all sorts of backgrounds, and I welcome you too. Let’s walk this journey together.
Does it feel like you’re struggling to thrive in a world that just wasn’t built for you? We autistic folks know this feeling all too well, and how especially hard it hits when you’re feeling lonely, depressed, anxious, lost, or just completely overwhelmed. Whether you’re just trying to keep your head above water every day or trying to emerge into a new stage of your life, you don’t need to do it all alone. While I specialize in working with autistic adults, these feelings can resonate with folks from all sorts of backgrounds, and I welcome you too. Let’s walk this journey together.
Melanie S. Weitzenfeld
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80237 (Online Only)
I specialize in work with those who have been diagnosed with chronic illnesses, chronic pain, and other medical problems. I am dedicated to promoting emotional health in the face of physical adversity. In order to accomplish this primary goal, I offer a variety of services which clients may participate in and benefit from including individual & group psychotherapy, education, and skills training. Clients play an important role in achieving their goals in therapy, and I expect them to commit to actively participate in the therapeutic process.
I specialize in work with those who have been diagnosed with chronic illnesses, chronic pain, and other medical problems. I am dedicated to promoting emotional health in the face of physical adversity. In order to accomplish this primary goal, I offer a variety of services which clients may participate in and benefit from including individual & group psychotherapy, education, and skills training. Clients play an important role in achieving their goals in therapy, and I expect them to commit to actively participate in the therapeutic process.
Andrea M Risi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MGCP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
Are you feeling stuck? I help people move forward! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and I work with adults to restore emotional wellness. If you are struggling with chronic illness, sports performance, social skills problems, mood disorders, or anxiety, we can work together to find a balance that can help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
Are you feeling stuck? I help people move forward! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and I work with adults to restore emotional wellness. If you are struggling with chronic illness, sports performance, social skills problems, mood disorders, or anxiety, we can work together to find a balance that can help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Denver, CO
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Denver, CO who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Stress |
68% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Aetna |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Denver, CO see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Denver?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.