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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.

Travis Byrne
5.0
Based on 2 Verified Client Ratings
Travis Byrne

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions only online

Travis helps adults and young adults manage anxiety and OCD using evidence-based ACT, offering him as a collaborative partner for those seeking meaningful behavioral change.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Nancy Wolff
Nancy Wolff

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions only online

Nancy supports adults and LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating trauma, addiction, and grief using a mindful, sex-positive approach to help them find hope and authentic healing.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

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5.0
Based on 2 Verified Client Ratings
Caroline Hanlet

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions only online

Caroline uses DBT and EMDR to empower clients ages 15 and older to overcome eating disorders, addiction, and trauma through a compassionate, supportive approach.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Caroline works with clients ages 15 and older.

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5.0
Based on 2 Verified Client Ratings
Lauren Kolsum

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Lauren uses IFS and EMDR to help LGBTQ+ teens and adults heal from trauma and eating disorders through a creative, inclusive approach that fosters deep emotional connection and self-compassion.

Gender: Woman

Pronouns: She/Her

  • 2727 Bryant St, Denver, CO 80211

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Laurie Hintz

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Laurie specializes in trauma, anxiety, and relationship therapy for adults and seniors, utilizing ACT and CBT to help clients achieve lasting emotional wellness and personal growth.

Gender: Woman

  • 9362 Teddy Lane, Lone Tree , CO 80124

Brittany Tuttle
5.0
Based on 1 Verified Client Rating
Brittany Tuttle

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions only online

Brittany specializes in EMDR, anxiety, and grief, helping adults and young adults navigate life transitions with a warm, authentic approach focused on healing and self-empowerment.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Becky Guido Headshot
5.0
Based on 4 Verified Client Ratings
Becky Guido

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions only online

Becky helps adults overcome ADHD, autism, and trauma through an eclectic, mindfulness-based approach that empowers her clients to achieve growth and balance.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

Therapist Aleea Shaw outside wearing a winter coat and read beanie
5.0
Based on 2 Verified Client Ratings
Aleea Dinkens

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions only online

Aleea supports adults facing trauma and ADHD, using her warm, approachable style to help them build self-worth and find lasting strength in their struggles.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Sarah Denerroff
4.7
Based on 3 Verified Client Ratings
Sarah Zalkin

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions only online

Sarah uses a warm, creative approach to help children, teens, and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, and family transitions through evidence-based CBT.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

  • Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy

Seeing kids, teens, and adults under 40 years old.

Christina Pacheco
Christina Pacheco

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Christina specializes in EMDR and trauma-informed therapy, helping adults and young adults break free from addiction and unhealthy patterns to find lasting healing.

Gender: Woman

  • 1805 S Bellaire St, Denver, CO 80222

Christina sees clients 18 and over.

Therapist Bella Ouknine headshot wearing a beige sweater indoors
5.0
Based on 1 Verified Client Rating
Bella Ouaknine

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Offers sessions in-person and online

Bella provides holistic, mindfulness-based therapy for adults in Colorado, helping them heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma through an inclusive, authentic, and collaborative approach.

Gender: Woman

Pronouns: She/Her

  • 400 South McCaslin Blvd, Louisville , CO 80027

Seeing patients over 18 years old. No couples.

Therapist Kristine Ocasek wearing a black top standing by a brick wall
4.8
Based on 15 Verified Client Ratings
Kristine Ocasek

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions in-person and online

Kristine supports adults navigating life transitions, grief, and relationship stress through an empathetic, person-centered approach to help them find relief and hope.

Gender: Woman

Pronouns: She/Her

  • 3570 E 12th Avenue, Denver, CO 80206

In-person only available Thursdays.