Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Appointments may be available in as little as 48 hours. Many major insurance plans accepted.
Dave Bakulski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Works with ages 19+ only.
Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.
- Anxiety, Depression, and EMDR
- Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Golden, CO 80401
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Loretta McGill
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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.
- Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect, and Depression
- Humana, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jennifer Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor
No Friday appointments.
Jenn supports individual adults navigating relationships, intimacy and sexual health concerns.
- Relationship Challenges, Self-Esteem, and Sexual Dysfunction
- 1 In-Network Plan
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
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.
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.
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Tina Cushman
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in children and teens.
Tina supports children, teens, and families using CBT and DBT to navigate anxiety, ADHD, and autism, building on their unique strengths to create lasting change and emotional balance.
- Anxiety, ADHD, and Depression
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
Eve Rabinovitz
Licensed Professional Counselor
Eve helps adults and young adults overcome anxiety, depression, and PTSD using a holistic approach and EMDR to achieve emotional regulation and meaningful growth.
- Depression, Anxiety, and Major Life Transitions
- Aetna, Cigna, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lauren Kolsum
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lauren uses IFS and EMDR to help LGBTQ+ teens and adults heal from trauma and eating disorders through a creative, inclusive approach that fosters deep emotional connection and self-compassion.
- Self-Esteem, Eating Disorders, and LGBTQIA+
- Humana, and more
- In-Person · Denver, CO 80211
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Laurie Hintz
Licensed Professional Counselor
Laurie specializes in trauma, anxiety, and relationship therapy for adults and seniors, utilizing ACT and CBT to help clients achieve lasting emotional wellness and personal growth.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Major Life Transitions
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Lone Tree, CO 80124
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado

