Anxiety
Anxiety Therapists in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients
Westside Behavioral Care connects individuals with experienced therapists who treat anxiety-related issues, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, stuck in worry, or battling intrusive thoughts, compassionate help is available.
Read more about anxiety therapy Appointments are available in person across the Greater Denver Area, including Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Boulder, and Littleton, or through secure online therapy statewide. All of our therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many are also credentialed with other insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. You can also call us at (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal assistance scheduling your first session.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns in the U.S. and one of the most treatable. Our providers use evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and exposure therapy to help individuals reduce symptoms and regain control. Left untreated, anxiety can interfere with sleep, relationships, work, and physical well-being, but the right therapist can help you build effective coping tools and long-term resilience.
Gretchen Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions in-person and online
Gretchen specializes in women’s issues and trauma, utilizing EMDR and CBT to help young adults and adults find their voice and gain skills for lasting emotional health and recovery.
Gender: Woman
- 13791 E. Rice Place, Aurora, CO 80015
Sees men by telehealth only and women in person or online.
Jeanette Van Akkeren
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions only online
Jeanette provides online therapy for Colorado teens and young adults, specializing in CBT and trauma-focused care to help her clients achieve lasting mental and physical wellness.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
David Karl
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions only online
David offers bilingual English and Spanish therapy for all ages, specializing in couples, ADHD, and trauma to help families find lasting healing through his compassionate online sessions.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Ann Norris
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Ann provides warm, relational online therapy for children through adults, using play therapy and CBT to help her clients navigate anxiety, grief, and life transitions.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
- 2305 Canyon Blvd., Suite 101, Boulder, CO 80302
Laura Shipman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Laura offers compassionate trauma and addiction therapy in Lakewood, using EMDR and CBT to help adolescents and adults build resilience in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80214
Phil Stone
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Phil uses CBT and DBT to help teens, adults, and families navigate personality disorders and divorce, providing energetic, empathetic support to help his clients and families reach their full potential.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- 2679 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120
Traci Rock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Traci offers compassionate therapy in Lakewood for children and families, using a trust-based approach to help clients of all ages overcome anxiety and find realistic solutions.
Gender: Woman
- 950 Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80214
Tracey Andrews
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Tracey uses compassionate, play-based therapy and talk therapy for children and adults in Denver, specializing in ADHD, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+ support to help families build resilience and emotional balance.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 1805 S. Bellaire St., Denver, CO 80222
Offers gender identity sessions to kids and teens.
Susan Monahan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
Susan specializes in couples and child therapy in Lakewood, using EMDR and Imago Relationship Therapy to help all ages find emotional balance and stronger connections.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Asian
Pronouns: She/Her
- 200 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80228
Stacie Aden
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions in-person and online
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.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 950 South Cherry St., Denver, CO 80246
Seeing patients over 18 years old.
Jeff Nelson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Jeff provides empathetic online therapy for adults, specializing in addiction, ADHD, and LGBTQIA+ support to help clients navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their inner strengths.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Seeing patients over 18 years old.
Janet Coutts
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions only online
Janet uses EMDR and a compassionate, strength-based approach to help adults and young adults find healing from trauma, addiction, and anxiety in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

