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Shelby Opel

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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11892 Hilltop Road, Parker, CO 80134
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11892 Hilltop Road Parker, CO 80134
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Shelby Opel, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to fostering resilience and well-being in individuals and families. With extensive experience in child welfare, trauma, anxiety, depression, and family dynamics, Shelby brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy and evaluation. She has dedicated her career to supporting clients through life’s challenges, drawing from her background in child protective services, crisis intervention, youth treatment, private practice, and family court evaluations.
Call or Shelby Opel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (720) 776-2941

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11892 Hilltop Road

Parker, CO 80134 map

(720) 776-2941

Gentle Giants Therapy & Consulting Center

3489 West 72nd Avenue

Suite 102

Westminster, CO 80030 map

My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (720) 776-2941
Photo of Shelby Opel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11892 Hilltop Road

Parker, CO 80134 map

(720) 776-2941

Gentle Giants Therapy & Consulting Center

3489 West 72nd Avenue

Suite 102

Westminster, CO 80030 map

My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Colorado Access
  • Health First Colorado
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Victims Compensation
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (720) 776-2941
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (720) 776-2941

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Colorado / CSW.09930915 Shelby Opel
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Walden University, MSW, Graduated 2021
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I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker working with individuals, children, adolescents, families and couples.
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (720) 776-2941
"
I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker working with individuals, children, adolescents, families and couples.
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (720) 776-2941

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Stress
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (720) 776-2941
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (720) 776-2941

2 Endorsements

Ava La Tona
Ava La Tona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Shelby is an incredibly skilled and compassionate therapist. She blends her expertise with a warm supportive style that helps clients feel seen and empowered. Her thoughtful approach creates real, lasting change in the lives of those she serves.
Connor Garvey
Connor Garvey
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I've had the privilege of working with Shelby and deeply respect their clinical skill, integrity, and leadership. They create a supportive environment for both clients and colleagues. Their work reflects compassion, professionalism, and care.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Animal Assisted Therapy/ Equine Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (720) 776-2941
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (720) 776-2941

Location

Primary Location

11892 Hilltop Road

Parker, CO 80134

(720) 776-2941

Additional Location

Gentle Giants Therapy & Consulting Center

3489 West 72nd Avenue

Suite 102

Westminster, CO 80030

(720) 776-2941

Nearby Areas

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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (720) 776-2941
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Shelby Opel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (720) 776-2941