Therapists in Denver, CO
Heather Bosler Carroll
Psychologist, PsyD, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80224
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
Serotiny Counseling
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Luna (she/her). I bring a gender-affirmative approach to my work with gender-diverse, transgender, and non-binary adults. I intend to help you find your voice, honor who you are, embrace the dynamic parts of you, and build bridges of connection towards those you love. I love to support parents in their gender-acceptance journey to be the support that their gender-diverse children (of any age) need. My clients want to make peace with their bodies, learn how to speak to themselves kindly, improve communication with others, free themselves from toxic cultural messages, and live their unique path of life.
Hello! My name is Luna (she/her). I bring a gender-affirmative approach to my work with gender-diverse, transgender, and non-binary adults. I intend to help you find your voice, honor who you are, embrace the dynamic parts of you, and build bridges of connection towards those you love. I love to support parents in their gender-acceptance journey to be the support that their gender-diverse children (of any age) need. My clients want to make peace with their bodies, learn how to speak to themselves kindly, improve communication with others, free themselves from toxic cultural messages, and live their unique path of life.
Ororah Bell
Counselor, BCBA, BCASE
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Feeling distracted or impulsive, procrastinating or have difficulty getting motivated? Does depression or anxiety take hold and you can't get anything done? Overwhelmed with job, household, school or relationship aspects of life? Feel like everyone else has it all together and you're just scraping by? Is parenting a child with special needs, or any child for that matter, becoming more difficult and you're unsure if you're doing things "right"? Do you feel your child's school could be doing more to support them? Let's discuss your unique needs, become more mindful, gain perspective and come up with a plan to reach goals together!
Feeling distracted or impulsive, procrastinating or have difficulty getting motivated? Does depression or anxiety take hold and you can't get anything done? Overwhelmed with job, household, school or relationship aspects of life? Feel like everyone else has it all together and you're just scraping by? Is parenting a child with special needs, or any child for that matter, becoming more difficult and you're unsure if you're doing things "right"? Do you feel your child's school could be doing more to support them? Let's discuss your unique needs, become more mindful, gain perspective and come up with a plan to reach goals together!
Eric Eichler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Are you struggling with aligning your life activities with your values and goals? Do you find yourself feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships? It’s vital to acknowledge and face your current situation and the feelings you have about it in order to make change happen, and psychotherapy provides space for this. We'll begin by talking about your goals for therapy, and we'll collaborate on a plan for our work together. You can expect to develop more perspective and self-compassion, find a new capacity to navigate difficult feelings, and uncover and work towards freedom from habitual thought patterns.
Are you struggling with aligning your life activities with your values and goals? Do you find yourself feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships? It’s vital to acknowledge and face your current situation and the feelings you have about it in order to make change happen, and psychotherapy provides space for this. We'll begin by talking about your goals for therapy, and we'll collaborate on a plan for our work together. You can expect to develop more perspective and self-compassion, find a new capacity to navigate difficult feelings, and uncover and work towards freedom from habitual thought patterns.
Dr. Melody M Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is the person, couple or family navigating communication styles, life and career transitions, and relationship difficulties. They might also struggle with insecurities and self acceptance. They navigate social justice issues in their communities, families and work spaces. More than anything, my clients need to feel accepted and respected. They exist in spaces where they are judged and misunderstood. They are sometimes in danger of harm for the way they look, the way they love, for their beliefs, or identities. Like anyone else, they want to exist in a world that tells them they shouldn't.
My ideal client is the person, couple or family navigating communication styles, life and career transitions, and relationship difficulties. They might also struggle with insecurities and self acceptance. They navigate social justice issues in their communities, families and work spaces. More than anything, my clients need to feel accepted and respected. They exist in spaces where they are judged and misunderstood. They are sometimes in danger of harm for the way they look, the way they love, for their beliefs, or identities. Like anyone else, they want to exist in a world that tells them they shouldn't.
Uriah London
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Uriah envisions working with individuals who seek a compassionate ally on their journey towards holistic well-being. Whether navigating acute crises or seeking existential clarity, Uriah's ideal clients are motivated individuals ready to engage in introspective exploration, eager to unlock their inner resilience and authentic selves.
Uriah envisions working with individuals who seek a compassionate ally on their journey towards holistic well-being. Whether navigating acute crises or seeking existential clarity, Uriah's ideal clients are motivated individuals ready to engage in introspective exploration, eager to unlock their inner resilience and authentic selves.
Emily M Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Are you trying to get pregnant, suffering from a loss, or a new parent that is struggling? Are you feeling the toll that parenthood has taken on your relationship? Are you having a difficult time taking care of your health or navigating a new diagnosis? Being pregnant, postpartum, or having a chronic health condition can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed, and helpless. My previous career as a birth doula has given me a unique and powerful perspective to support my clients navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. You deserve to feel deeply understood, protected, and cared for during these difficult, and blissful, journeys.
Are you trying to get pregnant, suffering from a loss, or a new parent that is struggling? Are you feeling the toll that parenthood has taken on your relationship? Are you having a difficult time taking care of your health or navigating a new diagnosis? Being pregnant, postpartum, or having a chronic health condition can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed, and helpless. My previous career as a birth doula has given me a unique and powerful perspective to support my clients navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. You deserve to feel deeply understood, protected, and cared for during these difficult, and blissful, journeys.
Cherity Pick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80224
Not accepting new clients
Life is full of hard choices, difficult experiences, and challenging people or relationships. The struggle is real, but you need not struggle alone. As a therapist, I believe the beauty of our human experience is embedded in the fact we are designed as relational beings. Relationships create the core of the stories that make up who we are and understand ourselves to be. These relationships hold enormous power to grow and heal but also to harm and disconnect. Whether relational wounds have led to cracks, craters, or canyons, healing and movement towards wholeness emerges in an environment where a person feels known and nurtured.
Life is full of hard choices, difficult experiences, and challenging people or relationships. The struggle is real, but you need not struggle alone. As a therapist, I believe the beauty of our human experience is embedded in the fact we are designed as relational beings. Relationships create the core of the stories that make up who we are and understand ourselves to be. These relationships hold enormous power to grow and heal but also to harm and disconnect. Whether relational wounds have led to cracks, craters, or canyons, healing and movement towards wholeness emerges in an environment where a person feels known and nurtured.
Audrey Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80237
Audrey Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2020. She has an MSW (Master of Social Work) from Boston College, with a focus in Clinical Social Work and a certificate in working with trauma. Audrey believes that clients are the expert on their own experience, and that her role as a therapist is to help them clarify who they are, who they want to be, and how to get there. In her spare time, Audrey enjoys camping, skiing, cooking, and playing outside with her dog!
Audrey Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2020. She has an MSW (Master of Social Work) from Boston College, with a focus in Clinical Social Work and a certificate in working with trauma. Audrey believes that clients are the expert on their own experience, and that her role as a therapist is to help them clarify who they are, who they want to be, and how to get there. In her spare time, Audrey enjoys camping, skiing, cooking, and playing outside with her dog!
Amanda Snyder
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm happy you're here and am excited to tell you what therapy with me looks like. Some key takeaways of my therapeutic style are that I offer direct feedback, express my empathy, and uncover the root of client’s issues to guide them toward transformative healing. Clients explain my therapeutic style as disarming, trusting that my direct feedback comes from a place of compassion. I’m passionate about uncovering the root of the client’s issues, believing that therapy is most beneficial when I can develop a secure relationship with my clients and empower them to grow.
Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm happy you're here and am excited to tell you what therapy with me looks like. Some key takeaways of my therapeutic style are that I offer direct feedback, express my empathy, and uncover the root of client’s issues to guide them toward transformative healing. Clients explain my therapeutic style as disarming, trusting that my direct feedback comes from a place of compassion. I’m passionate about uncovering the root of the client’s issues, believing that therapy is most beneficial when I can develop a secure relationship with my clients and empower them to grow.
Lauren Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Do you ever feel stuck, as if there are barriers in life that you just can't seem to overcome? Sometimes it can feel like there are endless roadblocks, whether that be navigating difficulties in our daily routines, moving through big life transitions, or the same overwhelming thoughts and feelings coming up again and again. These feelings can impact our ability to have meaningful relationships, and it can be difficult to identify the source of the struggle or understand why it feels this way, especially when we are feeling overwhelmed and are trying to work through it alone.
Do you ever feel stuck, as if there are barriers in life that you just can't seem to overcome? Sometimes it can feel like there are endless roadblocks, whether that be navigating difficulties in our daily routines, moving through big life transitions, or the same overwhelming thoughts and feelings coming up again and again. These feelings can impact our ability to have meaningful relationships, and it can be difficult to identify the source of the struggle or understand why it feels this way, especially when we are feeling overwhelmed and are trying to work through it alone.
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Denver, CO 80218
Taking a step to engage in therapy is a courageous decision. Many times, we seek therapy when we're going through difficult times, feeling uncertain, or in need of guidance. I'm here to help you on your journey that is personal to you and your healing and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with licenses in Colorado, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Additionally, I hold the title of Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and supervisor (CEDS-S). With over 14 years of experience, I've had the privilege of working with clients and their families, providing support and guidance.
Taking a step to engage in therapy is a courageous decision. Many times, we seek therapy when we're going through difficult times, feeling uncertain, or in need of guidance. I'm here to help you on your journey that is personal to you and your healing and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with licenses in Colorado, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Additionally, I hold the title of Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and supervisor (CEDS-S). With over 14 years of experience, I've had the privilege of working with clients and their families, providing support and guidance.
Eunoia Healthcare - Angela Walsh-Koons, Medical NP
APRN, FNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Hello! I am a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides preventative health care and addresses medical concerns for adults in Colorado. When was the last time you had an annual exam and blood work? Do you need your cholesterol or thyroid function checked? Are you feeling under the weather? Think you might have a cold or sinus infection? Schedule an appointment with me today and let's get you feeling better or get your preventative health on track!
Hello! I am a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides preventative health care and addresses medical concerns for adults in Colorado. When was the last time you had an annual exam and blood work? Do you need your cholesterol or thyroid function checked? Are you feeling under the weather? Think you might have a cold or sinus infection? Schedule an appointment with me today and let's get you feeling better or get your preventative health on track!
Stephanie Metz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231 (Online Only)
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
Angelica Onofrio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246
Do your obsessions and compulsions impact your daily life, leaving you feeling exhausted? Do you feel dragged down by self-defeating thoughts? Are you struggling to move past those challenging, or even traumatic experiences? I understand that living with the invisible burden of OCD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and even navigating life transitions can be an isolating and scary experience. You are not alone in how you are feeling. My top priority as a therapist is for clients to feel comfortable working with me, and for you to see sustained positive change from our work together.
Do your obsessions and compulsions impact your daily life, leaving you feeling exhausted? Do you feel dragged down by self-defeating thoughts? Are you struggling to move past those challenging, or even traumatic experiences? I understand that living with the invisible burden of OCD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and even navigating life transitions can be an isolating and scary experience. You are not alone in how you are feeling. My top priority as a therapist is for clients to feel comfortable working with me, and for you to see sustained positive change from our work together.
Maria Canyon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
The people I work with often come to me because they are looking to gain insight into emotional patterns, address difficult dynamics, and develop more balanced relationships with themselves or others. Together we paint a picture of their life stories, work to integrate the various aspects of themselves, and move towards the life they want to be living. We take the time to explore the context and history of the problem or symptom they are experiencing in order to better address it. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds and promote authentic expression and reflection in the therapy room.
The people I work with often come to me because they are looking to gain insight into emotional patterns, address difficult dynamics, and develop more balanced relationships with themselves or others. Together we paint a picture of their life stories, work to integrate the various aspects of themselves, and move towards the life they want to be living. We take the time to explore the context and history of the problem or symptom they are experiencing in order to better address it. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds and promote authentic expression and reflection in the therapy room.
Patrick Thomas Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Our clinical focus is a "hybrid" approach combining Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Relational/Experiential therapy, primarily for the adolescent and emerging adult, but also working with adults, families and couples. Our clients struggle with regulating emotions, distress tolerance, core emptiness (confusion about oneself), as well as interpersonal conflict with frequent emotional chaos. Our time-limited, solution-focused technique is often sought to augment a person's existing individual therapy. Our approach is also effective in treating depression, self-injury, anxiety - focusing on coping skills. We are comprised of 4 licensed clinicians offering both individual, couple and group therapy.
Our clinical focus is a "hybrid" approach combining Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Relational/Experiential therapy, primarily for the adolescent and emerging adult, but also working with adults, families and couples. Our clients struggle with regulating emotions, distress tolerance, core emptiness (confusion about oneself), as well as interpersonal conflict with frequent emotional chaos. Our time-limited, solution-focused technique is often sought to augment a person's existing individual therapy. Our approach is also effective in treating depression, self-injury, anxiety - focusing on coping skills. We are comprised of 4 licensed clinicians offering both individual, couple and group therapy.
Brynn Mays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
Hi, I'm Brynn! I use many therapy modalities such as CBT, DBT, MI, and ACT, and love to include my clients in the process of deciding which to utilize. I love giving clients tangible skills they can take with them and implement outside of session to make daily life feel better. I am also trained in EMDR, a treatment technique that allows individuals to reprocess traumatic events or other distressing experiences so that it no longer causes distress in the present. I have experiences in working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.
Hi, I'm Brynn! I use many therapy modalities such as CBT, DBT, MI, and ACT, and love to include my clients in the process of deciding which to utilize. I love giving clients tangible skills they can take with them and implement outside of session to make daily life feel better. I am also trained in EMDR, a treatment technique that allows individuals to reprocess traumatic events or other distressing experiences so that it no longer causes distress in the present. I have experiences in working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.
Ashanti Gosha
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80220
Hi, my name is Ashanti Gosha. Therapy can be a hard first step for many people. My style of therapy is a collaborative approach where you can be authentic in a safe space free of shame and judgement. We will work together with you as the driver to help navigate any mental health challenges with me offering insight and interventions that will help you along the way. I have an integrative approach to therapy which means I work with everyone to assess their goals and needs of therapy, and I combine skills from various treatment modalities that best fits client’s need.
Hi, my name is Ashanti Gosha. Therapy can be a hard first step for many people. My style of therapy is a collaborative approach where you can be authentic in a safe space free of shame and judgement. We will work together with you as the driver to help navigate any mental health challenges with me offering insight and interventions that will help you along the way. I have an integrative approach to therapy which means I work with everyone to assess their goals and needs of therapy, and I combine skills from various treatment modalities that best fits client’s need.
Sydney Erin Kittrell
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246
Life will inevitably bring up intense emotions and feelings: shame, fear, confusion, etc. Overwhelming pressure, life transitions, past trauma, or simply the burden of daily stressors can pile on you until it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. When overwhelmed, you may find it relatively impossible to maintain close relationships with family, friends, and significant others. This can create a vicious cycle of anxiety, isolation, and hopelessness. It can feel like you have no way out of this bleak season.
Life will inevitably bring up intense emotions and feelings: shame, fear, confusion, etc. Overwhelming pressure, life transitions, past trauma, or simply the burden of daily stressors can pile on you until it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. When overwhelmed, you may find it relatively impossible to maintain close relationships with family, friends, and significant others. This can create a vicious cycle of anxiety, isolation, and hopelessness. It can feel like you have no way out of this bleak season.
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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?
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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.