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CBT Therapy in Colorado

Browse CBT therapists across Colorado who help individuals navigate anxiety, negative thought patterns, stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday behavioral challenges.

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Appointments may be available in as little as 48 hours. Many major insurance plans accepted.

How CBT Approaches Thoughts and Behaviors

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy approach focused on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors can contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty coping with life challenges. The therapy helps individuals identify these patterns and develop healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding.

Sessions often involve exploring current challenges, identifying thought patterns, building coping strategies, practicing behavioral changes, and developing practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy. CBT is typically goal-oriented and collaborative, with many therapists incorporating exercises, reflection, or between-session practice to support progress over time.

Many people appreciate CBT because it provides practical tools, structure, and clear strategies for managing emotions, reducing distress, and improving daily functioning.

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.

Why Therapists May Use CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used because it provides practical, structured strategies for identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to emotional distress. Therapists frequently use CBT to support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, depression, panic symptoms, perfectionism, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.

Many therapists appreciate CBT because it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and focused on building coping skills that individuals can apply outside of therapy sessions. The approach may feel especially supportive for people looking for practical tools, structure, and measurable progress over time.

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.

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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.

Nancy A. Gunzner
Nancy A. Gunzner

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

4.7· 15 reviews
Soonest: 6/18/2026 at 10:00 AM

Couples Counseling ONLY OFFERED In-Person at Nancy's Office.

Nancy, bilingual in Spanish, provides therapy in Longmont, using EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through an honest, rapport-centered approach that fosters lasting healing.


  • Substance Use, Trauma, and Anxiety
  • Cigna, and more
  • In-Person · Longmont, CO 80501
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Brianna Roggow
Brianna Roggow

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 6 reviews
Soonest: 6/19/2026 at 8:30 AM

Brianna uses CBT, DBT, and play therapy to help children, teens, and adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression through a supportive, person-centered approach.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
  • In-Person · Boulder, CO 80301
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Amanda Phannadeth
Amanda Phannadeth

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 2 reviews
Soonest: 6/20/2026 at 11:00 AM

Amanda provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for children and adults, using play therapy and CBT to foster healing, felt safety, and secure relationships.


  • Trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Crystal Huynh
Crystal Huynh

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 3 reviews
Soonest: 6/23/2026 at 10:00 AM

Crystal uses a collaborative, trauma-informed approach with brainspotting and CBT to help adults find healing from addiction, anxiety, and grief in a safe, inviting environment.


  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Anxiety
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Emily Cunningham
Emily Cunningham

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 1 review
Soonest: 6/23/2026 at 1:00 PM

Emily offers a relaxed, goal-oriented approach for adults and seniors navigating grief and trauma, using eclectic therapies to help you find balance and lasting emotional wellness.


  • Grief & Loss, Trauma, and Depression
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Joshua Wolfinsohn
Joshua Wolfinsohn

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.8· 6 reviews
Soonest: 6/24/2026 at 3:00 PM

Josh empowers adults and seniors to overcome anxiety and addiction using a direct, science-based CBT approach that blends humor and empathy to help them build their best lives.


  • Depression, Anxiety, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Northglenn, CO 80234
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Cecilia Thompson
Cecilia Thompson

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

5.0· 6 reviews
Soonest: 6/27/2026 at 6:00 AM

Cecilia uses personalized art therapy and other therapy modalities, helping teens and adults overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma through a mindful, holistic approach.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship Challenges
  • 2 In-Network Plans
  • In-Person · Centennial, CO 80111
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Julie Atabe
Julie Atabe

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 4 reviews
Soonest: 6/29/2026 at 2:00 PM

Julie helps adults and seniors navigate anxiety and life transitions using CBT and EMDR, empowering her clients to reclaim their purpose and resilience online or in person.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
  • 1 In-Network Plan
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Wendy Klein
Wendy Klein

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

4.6· 8 reviews
Soonest: 6/30/2026 at 4:00 PM

New clients must complete the initial paperwork ahead of the first appointment

Wendy provides caring, eclectic therapy for adults and seniors managing bipolar disorder and anxiety, using CBT and mindfulness to help her clients find lasting relief.


  • Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and Depression
  • Aetna, United/Optum, and more
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80224
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado

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