Does Westside Behavioral Care accept insurance for therapy in Colorado?

Yes. Westside Behavioral Care accepts insurance from many major providers, including Aetna, Anthem/BCBS, Cigna/Evernorth, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Optum/United, and more. Our large network of licensed therapists offers individual, couples, family, and child therapy, making it easier to find care that fits your needs. Coverage varies depending on your specific plan, some sessions may be fully covered, while others may require a co-pay or deductible. If you'd like to verify your benefits before your session, you can call your insurance company directly and ask about “outpatient mental health benefits with in-network contracted providers” to learn your copay amount and any session limits. If asked, you can let the support rep know that you plan to be seen for CPT Code 90791 (initial psychiatric diagnostic evaluation) and 90837 (53+ minute psychotherapy session).

How do I schedule a mental health therapy appointment using my insurance in Denver or nearby?

Booking a therapy appointment through Westside Behavioral Care is quick and hassle-free. Simply visit our Schedule Appointment page and use our intuitive search tool to find a provider near you. You can also call our team at 303-986-4197, and we will help you match with a licensed therapist who fits your needs. Our goal is to get you into care quickly, often within just a few days. Whether you're looking for in-person or virtual appointments, we're ready to help you get started with the right in-network support. We also created a detailed guide to Finding a Therapist in Denver Who Accepts Your Insurance if you'd like detailed information.

How much will therapy cost at Westside Behavioral Care?

The cost of therapy depends on your specific insurance plan and coverage. Many clients pay only a small copay per session, while others may have their therapy fully covered with no out-of-pocket cost. Clients with high deductible plans may need to meet their deductible before their insurance begins to pay for their therapy sessions. Please reach out to your insurance to verify your specific benefits.

What’s the difference between a copay, deductible, and coinsurance?

Understanding health insurance terms is key to avoiding surprises in your billing. A copay (short for copayment) is a fixed amount you pay per visit for a covered health care service, such as a therapy session. Copays are a flat fee, usually ranging from $5–$50 depending on your plan. The copay amount is set by your insurance company and can vary depending on your plan and the type of visit (in-person vs online). A deductible is the amount you pay out of pocket for covered health care services before your insurance plan begins to share the cost. Once you meet your deductible, your insurance typically starts paying a portion of your care, while you continue to pay a copay or coinsurance percentage, until you meet your maximum-out-of-pocket for the year. Coinsurance refers to the percentage of the cost of a covered health care service that you pay after meeting your deductible. Unlike a copay, which is a fixed dollar amount, coinsurance is a shared cost between you and your insurance company and is likely to vary by provider, visit type, and service.

How can I verify my insurance coverage, provider in-network status, and schedule an appointment with a Westside Behavioral Care provider?

Westside accepts most major insurance plans offered in the Greater Denver Area. You can browse our full list of accepted insurers or contact our receptionists at 303-986-4197 to ask about your specific plan. We've also created a guide to Finding a Therapist in Denver Who Accepts Your Insurance to make the process as easy as possible for you.

Therapists In Denver And Nearby Accepting United/Optum (United Health Care; United EAP; Optum; UMR; GEHA; Secure Horizons)

The Westside therapists below accept this insurer.

We have licensed therapists and professional counselors throughout the greater Denver area who are credentialed with all United affiliates and specialize in a wide range of problems, ages, and interventions.

Jeremy Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 9:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and 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:

8500 West Bowles Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123

Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 10:00 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:

2373 Central Park Blvd., Denver, CO 80238

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

Dave Bakulski

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 11:00 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:

910 13th St Suite, Golden, CO 80401

Works with ages 19+ only.

Mandi Doryland

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 2:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Mandi's goal is to provide you with a supportive and non-judgmental environment to help you clarify your thoughts, feelings, and needs.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

Average rating:

1745 Shea Center Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Seeing patients over 15 years old.

Laura Shipman

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 2:30 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Laura has over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80214

Jaurene Blacklock

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 3:30 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:

Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Anna Rocio Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/9/2026 at 3:45 PM

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.

Kristine Ocasek

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/10/2026 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Kristine understands that therapy can be quite uncomfortable and challenging, but it can also provide relief and hope.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating:

3570 E 12th Avenue, Denver, CO 80206

In-person only available Thursdays.

Megan Keith

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/10/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Megan enjoys using Cognitive Processing Therapy to help folks better understand the impact of past trauma and invalidation.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating:

Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

Lynda Hilburn

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/11/2026 at 2:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Lynda has over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals and groups.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

Average rating:

Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Seeing Kaiser patients over 26 years old.

Bennie Butler

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 4/12/2026 at 6:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Bennie is a firm believer in the dual nature of the therapeutic environment where the therapist and the client formulate goals and interventions and then the client works upon these.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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12835 East Arapahoe tower 2 ste 130, Centennial, CO 80112

Lindy Steece

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/13/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Lindy specializes in trauma, empowerment, boundary issues, self esteem, and conflict resolution.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

Additional ratings needed to generate average

Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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