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Aurora

Therapists In Aurora And Nearby

Looking for a therapist in Aurora, Colorado? Westside Behavioral Care connects individuals and families with licensed mental health professionals who provide compassionate, evidence-based support. Our Aurora therapists work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families across a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and relationship challenges.

We serve communities throughout Aurora from Southlands and Tallyn’s Reach to Seven Hills, Meadow Hills, Saddle Rock, Heather Gardens, Sable Ridge, and Murphy Creek. Whether you live near Cherry Creek State Park, close to Buckley Space Force Base, or in the E-470 corridor, our team offers convenient access to care.

Cari McLerran
Cari McLerran

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 3 reviews
Soonest: 9/7/2026 at 8:15 AM

Cari helps adults overcome trauma and addiction using DBT and ACT, leveraging her love of geek culture to build a supportive, stigma-free space for lasting growth.


  • Anxiety, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Alexis Kobrin
Alexis Kobrin

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Soonest: 9/7/2026 at 12:00 PM

Alexis believes in being honest, clear, and collaborative, while holding space for your emotions, your story, and your pace.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Medicare, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Megan Keith
Megan Keith

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.6· 7 reviews
Soonest: 9/7/2026 at 3:00 PM

Megan specializes in trauma and PTSD recovery for adults, using Cognitive Processing Therapy to help her clients heal from past invalidation and find lasting emotional self-esteem.


  • Cognitive Processing Therapy, PTSD, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Hoffman

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 1 review
Soonest: 9/8/2026 at 9:00 AM

Lisa provides empathetic, non-judgmental care for teens and adults, using ACT and EMDR to help her clients navigate anxiety, trauma, and identity while rediscovering their best selves.


  • Depression, Anxiety, and ADHD
  • Self Pay
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Loretta McGill
Loretta McGill

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

4.8· 12 reviews
Soonest: 9/8/2026 at 9:30 AM

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.


  • Abuse & Neglect, Depression, and Eating Disorders
  • Humana Medicare and Self Pay
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lindsey Distler
Lindsey Distler

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 1 review
Soonest: 9/8/2026 at 10:00 AM

Lindsey specializes in trauma and addiction recovery for adults and the LGBTQIA+ community, using EMDR and CBT to provide a compassionate, direct path toward authentic and lasting healing.


  • Anxiety, Substance Use, and Trauma
  • Cigna, Self Pay, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Cheryl Lispi
Cheryl Lispi

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.9· 15 reviews
Soonest: 9/8/2026 at 1:00 PM

Cheryl sees clients ages 18 and older.

Cheryl provides compassionate, holistic therapy for adults and couples, specializing in trauma, depression, and LGBTQIA+ care to foster authentic healing and lasting connection.


  • Depression, Domestic Violence, and Grief & Loss
  • Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • In-Person · Greenwood Village, CO 80111
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Mark Pennick
Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

4.2· 35 reviews
Soonest: 9/8/2026 at 2:30 PM

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

Mark specializes in trauma and neurodiversity, using ACT and CPT to help adults find strength and healing through a compassionate, mindfulness-based approach.


  • Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Aetna and United/Optum
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80238
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Karen Hauser
Karen Hauser

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

3.9· 16 reviews
Soonest: 9/9/2026 at 6:00 AM

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

Karen is an expert in CBT for adults and seniors in Denver, navigating trauma and grief, offering a supportive path toward personal growth and emotional recovery.


  • Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Depression
  • Aetna, Humana Medicare, Medicare, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80224
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Julie Van Ryswyk
Julie Van Ryswyk

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 3 reviews
Soonest: 9/9/2026 at 11:00 AM

Julie uses EMDR and mindfulness to help adults and young adults heal from trauma and anxiety, empowering them to break old patterns and find lasting joy.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Whitney Lentz
Whitney Lentz

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 9 reviews
Soonest: 9/10/2026 at 12:00 PM

Whitney supports adults and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, and body image issues using a compassionate, evidence-based approach rooted in ACT and CBT.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Aetna, Cigna, and Self Pay
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Stacie Aden
Stacie Aden

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 2 reviews
Soonest: 9/16/2026 at 3:45 PM

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

Stacie uses a psychodynamic approach in Denver to help adults manage emotional distress and trauma, fostering a more meaningful and purposeful life through self-awareness and vitality.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Major Life Transitions
  • Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80246
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado

Need Help Finding the Right Therapist?

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