Receptionist
303-857-5074

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Receptionist
303-986-4197

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Crisis Counseling

Crisis Counseling in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Westside Behavioral Care providers are not emergency crisis responders, but some therapists offer services for those who can wait at least 24 to 48 hours for a crisis appointment. If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, please click here to view and contact a crisis line or organization for urgent support.

  

Life can turn upside down without warning — a loss, trauma, health diagnosis, or major transition may lead to overwhelming stress. Westside Behavioral Care provides access to licensed therapists who offer compassionate, stabilizing support during times of crisis.

 

Crisis counseling focuses on emotional regulation, safety planning, and short-term strategies to help you manage intense feelings and begin recovering your sense of control.

 
Read more about crisis counseling

Our therapists work with adults, teens, and families facing grief, accidents, job loss, divorce, panic attacks, and more. The goal is to reduce immediate distress, assess risks, and create a plan for continued support. When needed, providers can also offer referrals to specialized or long-term care.

 

Appointments are available across the greater Denver area — including Littleton, Lakewood, Arvada, Aurora, and Boulder — or online throughout Colorado. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente and many accept other insurance types as well. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. For help scheduling, call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com.

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Anna Rocio Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 9:30 AM

Offers sessions only online

“Nurture the strength of Spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness” DESIDERATA

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Anna is exclusively accepting new female patients 45 years old and over.

Dave Bakulski
Dave Bakulski

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Dave prides himself in customizing his practice as a Lakewood therapist to each client, but he identifies primarily with cognitive behavioral therapy in his work.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 910 13th St Suite, Golden, CO 80401

Works with ages 19+ only.

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Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 11:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Mark believes that all people are capable of excellence and meets each person with compassion.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 2373 Central Park Blvd., Denver, CO 80238

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

Kayla Nelson
Kayla Nelson

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Kayla's experiences have shaped her to be aware of how systems and factors other than therapy affect people's mental health.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 1221 S Clarkson St, Denver, CO 80210

Available Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm.

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Jeremy Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 6:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Jeremy helps clients rethink situations, challenge maladaptive beliefs, and move forward with valued actions.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Gess Cross

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 10/27/2025 at 7:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Gess will ensure it’s a judgement free space where you don’t have to fear the deepest parts of you being seen.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • No Physical Location, Denver, CO 80206

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Nancy Jamerson

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 10/28/2025 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Nancy's goal is to see people healed of life traumas, and be the individuals they want to be and were meant to be.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Black or African American

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • 12101 E. 2nd Ave., Aurora, CO 80011

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Jaurene Blacklock

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/28/2025 at 5:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Jaurene has over 25 years of experience helping people from diverse backgrounds.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Black or African American

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Cari McLerran
Cari McLerran

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 10/29/2025 at 10:15 AM

Offers sessions only online

Cari uses MI, DBT, ACT, and adds her own love of "geek culture" as a way to connect with, and help clients grow.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Jocelyn Stott

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 10/31/2025 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Jocelyn is passionate about providing care to anyone who wishes to pursue a vibrant, holistic sense of wellness in their lives.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Michelle Decola

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Together, we’ll explore what may be holding you back from creating the relationships and life you desire.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 2239 Jarosa Lane, Louisville, CO 80027

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Angela Romero

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions in-person and online

Angela is experienced, engaged, and down-to-earth, offering practical, non-judgmental support, sprinkled with a little bit of humor.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 3729 W. 32nd Avenue, Denver, CO 80211