The Therapists Below Meet Your Needs
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This page shows our therapists who are in-network with Aetna, and specialize in Anxiety.
13 therapists found
Melissa Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/4/2026 at 11:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Melissa offers collaborative online and in-person support for young adults and adults, using CBT and mindfulness to help her clients navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 50 S Steele Street, Denver, CO 80209
Dave Bakulski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/4/2026 at 11:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- 910 13th St Suite, Golden, CO 80401
Works with ages 19+ only.
Mark Pennick
Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
Next appointment on 5/8/2026 at 11:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Mark specializes in trauma and neurodiversity, using ACT and CPT to help adults find strength and healing through a compassionate, mindfulness-based approach.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- 2373 Central Park Blvd., Denver, CO 80238
Prefers online sessions, but offers some in-person.
André Neitzel
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/12/2026 at 9:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
André provides conversational therapy for adults and seniors dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma, focusing on pattern recognition to foster lasting growth and emotional clarity.
Gender: Man
- 8774 Yates Dr, Westminister, CO 80031
Kelsey Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/18/2026 at 3:00 PM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Kelsey helps teens and adults navigate trauma and eating disorders, using EMDR and DBT to provide a compassionate path toward healing and meaningful recovery.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 6950 E Belleview Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Wendy Klein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 6/23/2026 at 3:00 PM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Wendy provides caring, eclectic therapy for adults and seniors managing bipolar disorder and anxiety, using CBT and mindfulness to help her clients find lasting relief.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Two or more ethnicities/races
Pronouns: She/Her
- 2050 S. Oneida Street, Denver, CO 80224
New clients must complete the initial paperwork ahead of the first appointment
Bill Brewer
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Next appointment on 5/4/2026 at 12:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
Bill provides a safe place to speak openly supported by deep compassion.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Not seeing couples.
Lauren Young
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/4/2026 at 1:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
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.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Lynda Hilburn
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/4/2026 at 5:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
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.
Gender: Woman
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Seeing Kaiser patients over 26 years old.
Cari McLerran
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/6/2026 at 12:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
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.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Shana Dobson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/6/2026 at 1:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
Shana provides compassionate, inclusive therapy for all ages, specializing in ADHD, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ support to help her clients feel safe, validated, and empowered on their path to peace.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Black or African American
Pronouns: She/Her/They/Them
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Julie Van Ryswyk
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/12/2026 at 10:00 AM
Offers sessions only online
Julie uses EMDR and mindfulness to help adults and young adults heal from trauma and anxiety, empowering them to break old patterns and find lasting joy.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
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.
Details about Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, affecting people across all age groups and backgrounds. While it’s a natural response to stress, clinical anxiety goes beyond occasional worry, it can feel constant, overwhelming, and hard to control. Symptoms may include excessive fear, racing thoughts, irritability, restlessness, sleep disturbances, physical tension, and avoidance of everyday situations. Some individuals experience specific types such as social anxiety, panic disorder, or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), each with its own unique challenges. Left untreated, anxiety can disrupt relationships, school or work performance, and overall quality of life, but effective, compassionate support is available.
Therapists at Westside Behavioral Care use a range of evidence-based approaches to help manage and reduce anxiety. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely recommended treatments, focusing on identifying and reshaping thought patterns that fuel anxiety. Other common methods include mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), exposure therapy for phobias or social anxiety, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and relaxation or grounding techniques. Some providers may also incorporate journaling, psychoeducation, or guided breathing exercises into sessions. If you’re beginning therapy for anxiety, you might ask about CBT, mindfulness tools, or exposure strategies, your therapist can help tailor the approach to your goals, symptoms, and comfort level.
Appointments are available both in person across the Greater Denver Area and through secure online therapy anywhere in Colorado. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many also accept other major insurance plans.
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