Receptionist
303-986-4197

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

This page shows our therapists who are in-network with Aetna.

20 therapists found

Cari McLerran
Cari McLerran

Licensed Professional Counselor

5.0· 2 reviews
Soonest: 6/29/2026 at 8:15 AM

Cari helps adults overcome trauma and addiction using DBT and ACT, leveraging her love of geek culture to build a supportive, stigma-free space for lasting growth.


  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma, and Anxiety
  • Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Self Pay, and United/Optum
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Megan Keith
Megan Keith

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.6· 7 reviews
Soonest: 6/29/2026 at 12:00 PM

Megan specializes in trauma and PTSD recovery for adults, using Cognitive Processing Therapy to help her clients heal from past invalidation and find lasting emotional self-esteem.


  • Cognitive Processing Therapy, PTSD, and Trauma
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lauren Young
Lauren Young

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.3· 3 reviews
Soonest: 6/29/2026 at 1:00 PM

Lauren empowers young adults and adults to navigate life transitions and anxiety, using decades of experience to help them develop healthy coping strategies and reclaim their personal narrative.


  • Major Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Janet Coutts
Janet Coutts

Licensed Professional Counselor

Soonest: 7/1/2026 at 1:00 PM

Janet uses EMDR and a compassionate, strength-based approach to help adults and young adults find healing from trauma, addiction, and anxiety in a safe, non-judgmental environment.


  • Anger Management, EMDR, and Depression
  • Aetna, Anthem, Humana, and Self Pay
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lynda Hilburn
Lynda Hilburn

Licensed Professional Counselor

Soonest: 7/1/2026 at 3:30 PM

Seeing Kaiser patients over 26 years old.

Lynda uses hypnotherapy, EMDR, and depth psychology to help adults transform through trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, offering a holistic, online space for healing and female empowerment.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jeff Nelson
Jeff Nelson

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

5.0· 8 reviews
Soonest: 7/2/2026 at 8:00 AM

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

Jeff provides empathetic online therapy for adults, specializing in addiction, ADHD, and LGBTQIA+ support to help clients navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their inner strengths.


  • Substance Use, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and LGBTQIA+
  • Aetna, Cigna, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Jaurene Blacklock
Jaurene Blacklock

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.9· 13 reviews
Soonest: 7/2/2026 at 2:30 PM

Jaurene offers solution-focused online therapy for children and adults, specializing in addiction, anxiety, and relationship issues to help her clients achieve positive, productive change.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Substance Use
  • Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Andre’a Kirkland
Andre’a Kirkland

Licensed Professional Counselor

4.6· 5 reviews
Soonest: 7/8/2026 at 12:00 PM

Andre'a provides online therapy for adults and seniors, specializing in anxiety and trauma to help them overcome internal roadblocks and achieve lasting emotional well-being.


  • Anxiety, Depression, and Mindfulness
  • Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, Self Pay, United/Optum, and more
  • Video Call · Throughout Colorado

In-Network For Aetna Insurance

Westside Behavioral Care has in-network Aetna providers including Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), and Psychologists (PsyD/PhD), making it easier for individuals and families across Colorado to access care.

 

Westside’s providers serve thousands of patients a year by providing supportive counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and more. Providers offer in-person sessions across the Greater Denver Area including Aurora, Lakewood, Littleton, Boulder, Arvada, and online.

 

For over 27 years, we’ve focused on making the appointment scheduling process as easy and convenient as possible. Our friendly receptionists are also available Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm MST at (303) 986-4197 to help you schedule an appointment or answer your questions.

Insurance Coverage FAQs

Yes. Westside Behavioral Care accepts insurance from many major providers, including Aetna, Anthem/BCBS, Cigna/Evernorth, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Optum/United, and more. Our large network of licensed therapists offers individual, couples, family, and child therapy, making it easier to find care that fits your needs. Coverage varies depending on your specific plan, some sessions may be fully covered, while others may require a co-pay or deductible.

If you'd like to verify your benefits before your session, you can call your insurance company directly and ask about “outpatient mental health benefits with in-network contracted providers” to learn your copay amount and any session limits. If asked, you can let the support rep know that you plan to be seen for CPT Code 90791 (initial psychiatric diagnostic evaluation) and 90837 (53+ minute psychotherapy session).

Booking a therapy appointment through Westside Behavioral Care is quick and hassle-free. Simply visit our Schedule Appointment page and use our intuitive search tool to find a provider near you. You can also call our team at 303-986-4197, and we will help you match with a licensed therapist who fits your needs.

Our goal is to get you into care quickly, often within just a few days. Whether you're looking for in-person or virtual appointments, we're ready to help you get started with the right in-network support.

We also created a detailed guide to Finding a Therapist in Denver Who Accepts Your Insurance if you'd like detailed information.

The cost of therapy depends on your specific insurance plan and coverage. Many clients pay only a small copay per session, while others may have their therapy fully covered with no out-of-pocket cost. Clients with high deductible plans may need to meet their deductible before their insurance begins to pay for their therapy sessions. Please reach out to your insurance to verify your specific benefits.

Understanding health insurance terms is key to avoiding surprises in your billing.

A copay (short for copayment) is a fixed amount you pay per visit for a covered health care service, such as a therapy session. Copays are a flat fee, usually ranging from $5–$50 depending on your plan. The copay amount is set by your insurance company and can vary depending on your plan and the type of visit (in-person vs online).

A deductible is the amount you pay out of pocket for covered health care services before your insurance plan begins to share the cost. Once you meet your deductible, your insurance typically starts paying a portion of your care, while you continue to pay a copay or coinsurance percentage, until you meet your maximum-out-of-pocket for the year.

Coinsurance refers to the percentage of the cost of a covered health care service that you pay after meeting your deductible. Unlike a copay, which is a fixed dollar amount, coinsurance is a shared cost between you and your insurance company and is likely to vary by provider, visit type, and service.

Westside accepts most major insurance plans offered in the Greater Denver Area. You can browse our full list of accepted insurers or contact our receptionists at 303-986-4197 to ask about your specific plan.

We've also created a guide to Finding a Therapist in Denver Who Accepts Your Insurance to make the process as easy as possible for you.