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Terminal Illness

Therapists In Denver And Nearby Specializing In Terminal Illness

Facing a terminal illness can bring a wave of emotional, spiritual, and existential questions for both patients and their loved ones. At Westside Behavioral Care, we offer specialized therapy for individuals navigating end-of-life experiences, as well as for partners, caregivers, and family members coping with anticipatory grief, fear, and uncertainty.

 

Therapy may focus on processing complex emotions such as sadness, anxiety, anger, regret, or unresolved family dynamics. Our clinicians offer a safe and supportive space to explore meaning, dignity, legacy, and personal values during a deeply vulnerable time. Whether you are newly diagnosed, nearing the end of life, or supporting someone through this process, you don’t have to face it alone.

 
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Terminal illness affects more than the physical body, it reaches into identity, relationships, and every layer of emotional life. Therapy offers room to explore grief, make peace with change, and find comfort in connection. For families and caregivers, this may include support for anticipatory loss, burnout, or navigating complex medical decisions with compassion and clarity.

 

Our therapists use person-centered, trauma-informed, and existential approaches to meet each client where they are. Sessions often draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supportive grief counseling, or legacy-focused therapy designed to help individuals reflect on their lives and preserve meaningful relationships.

Appointments are available in person across the Greater Denver Area and online throughout Colorado. All Westside Behavioral Care providers are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many accept other major insurance plans. You can browse therapists by specialty, location, insurance, or age or call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal support in finding the right provider.

Katrin Segeletz

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 7/8/2025 at 9:30 AM

Offers sessions only online

Katrin uses techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Travis Byrne
Travis Byrne

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 7/8/2025 at 10:30 AM

Offers sessions only online

Travis strives to maintain transparency when it comes to the use of therapeutic theory and technique.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Anna Rocio Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 7/10/2025 at 3:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

“Nurture the strength of Spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness” DESIDERATA

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Seeing patients over 18 years old. No couples.

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Brenda Lucero

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 7/14/2025 at 5:00 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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Nancy A. Gunzner

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Next appointment on 7/25/2025 at 2:00 PM

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

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André Neitzel

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 8/4/2025 at 9:00 AM

Offers sessions in-person and online

André's goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported on their journey.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • 8774 Yates Dr, Westminister, CO 80031

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Andre’a Kirkland

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 9/5/2025 at 8:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Andre'a will begin your time together by finding what motivates you and what road blocks have halted your desires.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Katie Dean

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions only online

Katie is genuinely interested in your personal story and the strengths you bring to your healing journey.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Michelle Decola

Licensed Professional Counselor

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

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Angela Romero

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Offers sessions in-person and online

Angela is experienced, engaged, and down-to-earth, offering practical, non-judgmental support, sprinkled with a little bit of humor.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 3729 W. 32nd Avenue, Denver, CO 80211

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Troy Robey

Licensed Professional Counselor

Offers sessions in-person and online

Troy is a calm, mindful listener who provides a solid foundation to support others to flourish.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • 770 W. Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO 80110

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Morgan Lemp

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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

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