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303-857-5074

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Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

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303-986-4197

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Cognitive Processing Therapy in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a highly effective form of trauma-focused therapy designed to help individuals recover from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related challenges. At Westside Behavioral Care, CPT is offered by licensed professionals who specialize in trauma recovery.

 

This structured approach helps clients examine how trauma has affected their thoughts and beliefs, and gently guides them in reworking those thoughts to regain a sense of safety and control.

 
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Through a series of collaborative steps, CPT focuses on reducing trauma-related symptoms like guilt, shame, avoidance, and hypervigilance. It’s particularly effective for survivors of abuse, military veterans, accident survivors, and others affected by life-threatening or disturbing events.

 

Appointments are available in person across the greater Denver area — including Boulder, Lakewood, Arvada, Littleton, and Aurora — or through online therapy anywhere in Colorado. All providers are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many accept other major insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. For help booking your first appointment, call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com.

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Brenda Lucero

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/15/2026 at 6:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

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

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Crystal Dudley

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Crystal's therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from various modalities to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs and goals.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Kristin Rainey

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 12:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Kristin helps clients navigate the deep and complex terrain of grief, trauma, and anxiety.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 7173 S. Havana St., Centennial , CO 80112

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Caroline Hanlet

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/16/2026 at 2:30 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.

Bennie Butler
Bennie Butler

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 4/19/2026 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

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Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Next appointment on 4/20/2026 at 2:00 PM

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

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  • 2373 Central Park Blvd., Denver, CO 80238

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

Sara Forrest

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Sara creates a warm, inviting and empowering space for you to explore what matters most to you.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her/They/Them

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  • 1800 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301

Emily Alexander

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions only online

Emily values authenticity in the therapy room and often incorporates empathy, humor, and gentle challenge to support meaningful change.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • No Physical Location, Denver, CO 80205

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Christine Mathias

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Christine is committed to providing a non-judgmental, compassionate, and safe environment.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 2101 S. Blackhawk St., Aurora, CO 80014

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Kimberly Callahan

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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

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Nora Claire

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions in-person and online

My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a belief in the inherent strength of each individual.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 12157 W Cedar Dr , Lakewood, CO 80228

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Schelly Trojan

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Schelly strives to be kind, compassionate and understanding in her clinical practice.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 7955 E Arapahoe Court, Centennial, CO 80112