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303-857-5074

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303-986-4197

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Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Chronic Illness

Therapists for Chronic Illness Support in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Living with chronic illness can take a toll on your emotional health, relationships, and day-to-day life. Westside Behavioral Care offers therapists who specialize in supporting individuals coping with conditions like autoimmune disorders, cancer, diabetes, and other long-term health issues.

 

Therapy can help you manage stress, grief, identity shifts, and the emotional impact of ongoing symptoms or limitations.

 

Read more about therapy for chronic illness

You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. Westside providers offer in-person sessions across the Greater Denver metro and online therapy statewide. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many accept other major insurance plans. For assistance, call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com.

Gess Cross

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 8:00 AM

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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Kimberly Callahan

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 8:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Kimberly specializes in supporting children and adults within neurodivergent populations, fostering mental well-being through a holistic and compassionate approach.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Asian

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 12600 W. Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215

Thomas Stuart
Thomas Stuart

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 8:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Thomas helps support his clients with a style that is warm, receptive, and understanding.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

Therapist Tye Kemp wearing a blue shirt outdoors
Tye Kemp

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Tye believes that some clients are best served by simply creating a space where they can safely be present and honest with themselves.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Caroline Hanlet

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 4:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Caroline strives to be a gentle, guiding presence in your life to help you accomplish your goals.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Caroline works with clients ages 15 and older.

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Wendy Klein

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 1/20/2026 at 4:15 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Wendy specializes in bipolar disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Two or more ethnicities/races

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 2050 S. Oneida Street, Denver, CO 80224

New clients must complete the initial paperwork ahead of the first appointment

Morgan Lemp
Morgan Lemp

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 1/21/2026 at 11:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Morgan is a dedicated and empathetic therapist who is committed to enhancing the lives of adults in middle age and older.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 1805 S. Bellaire St., , Denver, CO 80222

Therapist Lauren Young standing outside wearing a black top
Lauren Young

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/21/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Lauren offers techniques for handling stress, anxiety, depression, and other life challenges in various situations.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Cheryl Lispi standing outdoors with people in the background
Cheryl Lispi

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/21/2026 at 2:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Cheryl specializes in depression, trauma, grief and loss, domestic abuse, and LGBTQ concerns.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 6200 S. Syracuse Way, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Cheryl sees clients ages 18 and older.

Photo of Michelle Decola, wearing a white blouse, standing outside in a green field, smiling.
Michelle Decola

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/21/2026 at 3:00 PM

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

Headshot of therapist Brenda Lucero wearing a white blouse, smiling.
Brenda Lucero

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/22/2026 at 5:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Brenda is dedicated to fostering transformative change through empathetic, trauma-informed, and evidence-based therapy.

Gender: Prefer Not to Share

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Julie Atabe, Kaiser Therapist, is located in Broomfield, in the Greater Denver Area in Colorado.
Julie Atabe

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 1/23/2026 at 8:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Whether you’re facing significant stressors or just feeling lost in the noise of daily life, Julie can help you reconnect to purpose, regain clarity, and build lasting resilience.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 80 Garden Center, Broomfield, CO 80020