Receptionist
303-986-4197

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

LGBTQIA+

Appointments may be available in as little as 48 hours. Many major insurance plans accepted.

Support That Reflects Your Experiences and Goals

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Many people look for support that feels collaborative, respectful, and responsive to their individual experiences, communication styles, relationships, and personal goals.

Emotional Safety

A supportive therapy environment can help people speak openly, process difficult emotions, and explore challenges without fear of judgment.

Communication & Relationships

Therapy may help people navigate communication patterns, relationship dynamics, conflict, boundaries, and interpersonal stress.

Stress, Burnout & Daily Pressures

Many people seek therapy while managing ongoing stress, burnout, emotional exhaustion, or major life transitions.

Identity, Growth & Self-Understanding

Therapy can create space for self-reflection, personal growth, emotional insight, and exploring values, goals, and life experiences.

Why Therapist Fit Can Matter in Therapy

Many people look for therapy that feels supportive, collaborative, and responsive to their individual needs and experiences. Research on the therapeutic relationship consistently shows that feeling comfortable with a therapist can play an important role in the therapy process. Feeling heard, respected, and able to communicate openly may help people feel more engaged in therapy and more comfortable exploring difficult emotions, relationships, stressors, and personal goals over time.

Feeling Comfortable & Understood

Many people begin therapy looking for a space where they can speak openly without fear of judgment or misunderstanding. Feeling comfortable with a therapist may help create a stronger foundation for honest conversations, emotional reflection, and discussing experiences that feel difficult, personal, or emotionally overwhelming.

Collaborative Communication

Therapy is often most effective when clients and therapists work together in a collaborative and supportive way. Some people may prefer structured guidance and practical strategies, while others may value a more conversational or reflective approach. Open communication can help therapy feel more personalized and responsive to changing needs over time.

Personalized Support

Therapists may differ in their communication styles, therapeutic approaches, and areas of focus. Because therapy is not one-size-fits-all, many people benefit from exploring different approaches and personalities when searching for support. Finding the right fit may help therapy feel more comfortable, meaningful, and aligned with a person’s goals and preferences.

Trust & Long-Term Growth

Therapy often develops gradually through consistency, trust, and ongoing communication. For many people, building a supportive therapeutic relationship may help create space for self-reflection, emotional growth, coping strategies, and navigating challenges or life transitions with greater support over time.

Exploring therapists with different backgrounds, approaches, and communication styles can help people find support that feels aligned with their individual needs, comfort level, and goals for therapy.

We Work With Your Insurance

Westside Behavioral Care works with many major insurance providers to help make therapy more accessible and affordable. Coverage for counseling may vary depending on your plan, therapist availability, and whether you are seeking virtual or in-person sessions.

You can filter therapists based on your plan to find covered care quickly.

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapists in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

Everyone deserves a therapist who respects and affirms their identity. Westside Behavioral Care offers inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Colorado.

Read more about LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy

Whether you’re navigating gender identity, coming out, relationship dynamics, trauma, or day-to-day stress, our therapists create safe spaces for reflection and support. Many of our providers also offer support for intersectional challenges related to race, disability, faith, and healthcare access.

FREE RESOURCE: Colorado Address Confidentiality Program (ACP)
Colorado has launched the Colorado Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) which offers protections for reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare workers and their patients. The program offers a legal substitute address and mail forwarding. Government agencies must accept the substitute address in place of your actual home address to protect personal safety. Additional details: https://dcs.colorado.gov/acp

Appointments are available in person throughout the Greater Denver Area or via online therapy statewide. All 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.

Mark Pennick
Mark Pennick

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

4.2· 35 reviews
Soonest: This Friday (6/12/2026) at 11:30 AM

Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.

Mark specializes in trauma and neurodiversity, using ACT and CPT to help adults find strength and healing through a compassionate, mindfulness-based approach.


  • Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Aetna, United/Optum, and more
  • In-Person · Denver, CO 80238
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Thomas Stuart
Thomas Stuart

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 2 reviews
Soonest: This Saturday (6/13/2026) at 8:00 AM

Thomas specializes in workplace issues, career stress, and addiction, using a solution-oriented CBT approach to help adults overcome barriers and achieve lasting recovery.


  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Workplace Stress
  • Kaiser
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Loretta McGill
Loretta McGill

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

4.8· 12 reviews
Soonest: This Saturday (6/13/2026) at 8:30 AM

Loretta provides compassionate therapy for adults, utilizing CBT and DBT to help her clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and eating disorders while building self-esteem in a safe space.


  • Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect, and Depression
  • Humana, Kaiser, Kaiser Medicare, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Amanda Phannadeth
Amanda Phannadeth

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 2 reviews
Soonest: This Saturday (6/13/2026) at 11:00 AM

Amanda provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for children and adults, using play therapy and CBT to foster healing, felt safety, and secure relationships.


  • Trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy
  • Kaiser
  • In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Leanne Morton
Leanne Morton

Licensed Professional Counselor

Soonest: 6/15/2026 at 10:00 AM

Leanne is a holistic art therapist in Colorado who uses somatic practices to help women and moms of all ages heal from trauma and reclaim their truth through her creative she/her approach.


  • Trauma, Women's Issues, and Mindfulness
  • Kaiser and Kaiser Medicare
  • In-Person · Glendale, CO 80246
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Dave Bakulski
Dave Bakulski

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.7· 13 reviews
Soonest: 6/15/2026 at 10:00 AM

Works with ages 19+ only.

Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and EMDR
  • Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser, United/Optum, and more
  • In-Person · Golden, CO 80401
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Brianna Roggow
Brianna Roggow

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 6 reviews
Soonest: 6/15/2026 at 10:30 AM

Brianna uses CBT, DBT, and play therapy to help children, teens, and adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression through a supportive, person-centered approach.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Humana, Kaiser, Kaiser Medicare, and United/Optum
  • In-Person · Boulder, CO 80301
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jennifer Reynolds
Jennifer Reynolds

Licensed Professional Counselor

Soonest: 6/15/2026 at 11:00 AM

No Friday appointments.

Jenn supports individual adults navigating relationships, intimacy and sexual health concerns.


  • Relationship Challenges, Self-Esteem, and Sexual Dysfunction
  • Kaiser
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Bill Brewer
Bill Brewer

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

4.9· 9 reviews
Soonest: 6/15/2026 at 12:00 PM

Not seeing couples.

Bill provides a safe place to speak openly supported by deep compassion.


  • Grief & Loss, Major Life Transitions, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Kaiser, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado

Need Help Finding the Right Therapist?

Searching for a therapist can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when looking for support that feels comfortable and aligned with your needs. Our team can help answer questions, explain therapy options, and connect you with therapists based on preferences like communication style, areas of focus, scheduling, availability, and insurance coverage.