Terminal Illness
Therapists In Denver And Nearby Specializing In Terminal Illness
Facing a terminal illness can bring a wave of emotional, spiritual, and existential questions for both patients and their loved ones. At Westside Behavioral Care, we offer specialized therapy for individuals navigating end-of-life experiences, as well as for partners, caregivers, and family members coping with anticipatory grief, fear, and uncertainty.
Therapy may focus on processing complex emotions such as sadness, anxiety, anger, regret, or unresolved family dynamics. Our clinicians offer a safe and supportive space to explore meaning, dignity, legacy, and personal values during a deeply vulnerable time. Whether you are newly diagnosed, nearing the end of life, or supporting someone through this process, you don’t have to face it alone.
Terminal illness affects more than the physical body, it reaches into identity, relationships, and every layer of emotional life. Therapy offers room to explore grief, make peace with change, and find comfort in connection. For families and caregivers, this may include support for anticipatory loss, burnout, or navigating complex medical decisions with compassion and clarity. Our therapists use person-centered, trauma-informed, and existential approaches to meet each client where they are. Sessions often draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supportive grief counseling, or legacy-focused therapy designed to help individuals reflect on their lives and preserve meaningful relationships. Appointments are available in person across the Greater Denver Area and online throughout Colorado. All Westside Behavioral Care providers are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many accept other major insurance plans. You can browse therapists by specialty, location, insurance, or age or call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal support in finding the right provider.
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Julie Van Ryswyk
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Julie has been trained in EMDR and she finds a lot of reward in helping others move through a history of trauma, as well as other difficult experiences.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO
Jennifer Weise
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions in-person and online
Jennifer is an Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed therapist, and also trained to offer EMDR therapy in-person and online.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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1707 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
Kathy Brady
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Kathy is enthusiastic, empathetic, and committed to living from curiosity.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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4186 Hooker Street, Denver, CO 80211
Specializes in female clients, sees some men.
Valeria Rojo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Valeria has the ability to help people feel heard and understood no matter what they have experienced or where they have come from.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO
Alexandria Ambrose
Doctor of Psychology
Offers sessions only online
Alexandria believes you are the expert of your own life but that healing can be nearly impossible to do on your own.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO
Jeanne Cross
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Jeanne treats people of all backgrounds and all are welcome.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session , No physical Location , CO
Rachael St.Claire
Doctor of Psychology
Offers sessions only online
Rachael values being compassionate, supportive, and focused on your needs and goals.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Sessions, No Physical Location, CO
Chaya “Hiya” Parkoff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Chaya believes the work you will do together will enable you to navigate the ups and downs of life so you can truly thrive.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Prefer not to share
Pronouns: Prefer not to Share
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Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO
Only works with female clients over 17 years old.
Zacil Contreras
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers sessions only online
Zacil helps heal the brain, body, and soul through a variety of techniques.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO
Susan Conceicao
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
A major focus in Susan’s work is helping her clients to achieve self-acceptance, self-compassion, and a sense of authenticity in their lives.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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100 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
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9351 Grant Street, Thornton, CO 80229
Bill Brewer
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers sessions only online
Bill provides a safe place to speak openly supported by deep compassion.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
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Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO
Not seeing couples.
Nancy Wolff
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions only online
Nancy is here to provide safety and non-judgemental support, to celebrate you as you find your authentic way towards your highest goals.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
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Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO