This page shows our therapists who are in-network with Medicare, specialize in Geriatrics, are in Wheat Ridge, and work with Children.

Therapists based in Wheat Ridge offer care throughout neighborhoods like Fruitdale, Paramount Heights, Barths, Leppla Manor, Bel Aire, Olinger Gardens, and Lakeside. Local clients living near Clear Creek Trail, Wadsworth Boulevard, or near the I-70 corridor can access in-person therapy nearby, while virtual sessions are available statewide for added convenience.

Therapists in this area support clients through various life stages and challenges, including anxiety, post-traumatic stress, depression, grief, caregiver burnout, and family or relationship concerns. Services are tailored to individual goals with treatment plans that prioritize both emotional well-being and long-term progress.

Most Wheat Ridge providers accept Kaiser Permanente and a broad range of insurance plans. Clients may choose therapists based on availability, clinical focus, insurance participation, and session type to ensure the best fit for their needs.

The 10–12 age range is a meaningful time of transition as children begin preparing for adolescence. At this stage, they’re exploring independence, shaping their identity, and learning to manage more complex social dynamics and academic expectations. It’s common for children in this group to experience challenges like anxiety, peer conflict, school stress, emotional regulation difficulties, or family transitions such as divorce or relocation. This is also a key developmental window for building healthy communication skills and internal resilience before entering the teen years.

Therapists at Westside Behavioral Care create a safe, encouraging environment for children to talk about what’s on their minds and learn practical coping skills. Sessions may include child-led conversations, CBT strategies, problem-solving exercises, and tools for managing stress and emotion. Our providers often integrate family involvement and parent consultations to promote consistency and support outside of sessions. Every therapeutic relationship is tailored to the child’s personality and preferences, ensuring therapy feels comfortable, collaborative, and constructive.

Children ages 10–12 can access therapy through in-person appointments across the Greater Denver Area or through secure virtual sessions from anywhere in Colorado. Our child therapists are credentialed with Kaiser Permanente and many are in-network with additional major insurance providers. Whether you’re looking for emotional support, behavior-focused care, or early mental health intervention, Westside makes high-quality pediatric therapy convenient and approachable for families throughout Colorado.