Receptionist
303-857-5074

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Receptionist
303-986-4197

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective tools for addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. Therapists at Westside Behavioral Care use CBT to help clients recognize and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, reduce emotional distress, and build healthier coping strategies.

 

Common concerns treated with CBT include anxiety, depression, phobias, obsessive thoughts, and negative self-image. CBT is practical and solution-focused, offering structure and measurable progress for individuals looking to make lasting change.

 
Read more about CBT

CBT is appropriate for children, teens, and adults, and it can be used for both short-term goals and long-term emotional growth. Westside’s licensed therapists work collaboratively with each client to tailor sessions for specific needs, whether it’s challenging irrational beliefs or learning skills for emotional regulation.

 

Appointments are available in person across the greater Denver area — including Aurora, Lakewood, Boulder, Arvada, and Littleton — or online from anywhere in Colorado. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many also accept other insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. Call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal assistance scheduling your first session.

Sarah Denerroff
Sarah Zalkin

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 8:30 AM

Offers sessions only online

Sarah has experience working in areas of grief, parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, school issues, and perinatal mood disorders.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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

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Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 9:00 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: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 2373 Central Park Blvd., Denver, CO 80238

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

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Nancy A. Gunzner

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 9:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Nancy has over 30 years of mental health experience.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 1079 South Hover Street, Longmont, CO 80501

Couples Counseling ONLY OFFERED In-Person at Nancy's Office.

Cari McLerran
Cari McLerran

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 9:15 AM

Offers sessions only online

Cari uses MI, DBT, ACT, and adds her own love of "geek culture" as a way to connect with, and help clients grow.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

Libby Triolo
Libby Triolo

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

My approach is to treat you as an individual and partner with you in the healing process.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Megan Franklin
Megan Franklin

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Megan works with older adolescents and adults with a focus on anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Cody Fox

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 11:00 AM

Cody provides a space that feels safe and free of judgment—where you can speak openly, explore what’s holding you back, and discover new ways to move forward.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • 2305 East Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO 80122

Elizabeth Fulton
Elizabeth Fulton

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 11:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

As a therapist, Elizabeth’s greatest joys are supporting her clients through their hardest moments and seeing those clients make internal connections that are transformative.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • 3401 S Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80236

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Jeremy Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 11:00 AM

Offers sessions only 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: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Ben DeVoss

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 11:30 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Ben may gently challenge a client's perspective and offer motivation to try something new and different.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • 825 Speer Blvd., Denver, CO 80218

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Crissy Fale

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Crissy specializes in guiding and supporting individuals as they navigate complex relationship issues.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Sessions , No Physical Location, CO

Thomas Stuart
Thomas Stuart

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 2/20/2026 at 1:00 PM

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