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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Arvada, CO

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Arvada, CO

Headway connects Arvada residents with 1,305 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment, including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction approaches. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, supported by insurance coverage that can reduce your costs by up to 75%. Many patients pay as little as $0 per session, allowing you to focus on recovery without financial barriers.

Luis Gonzalez

Luis Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Wheat Ridge, CO


“Working with me, you can expect to learn resilience and sustainability. This means you will be able to do this without me at some point.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Dyer

Stephanie Dyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Arvada, CO


Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, grief, or depression take hold. If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure of how to move forward, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your feelings at your own pace.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Benjamin Hettler

Benjamin Hettler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Arvada, CO


“My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katherine Nichterlein Thompson

Katherine Nichterlein Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“I work from a person-centered lens and support client change with dialectical behavior therapy skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janel Beidel

Janel Beidel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Wheat Ridge, CO


“I am passionate about helping adults who feel "stuck" break free from patterns that no longer serve them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joe Hobbs

Joe Hobbs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel understood, supported, and comfortable being themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Trihy

Victoria Trihy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“I have a particular affinity for working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem, including those who feel discouraged by past therapy experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Gowdy

Crystal Gowdy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Westminster, CO


Hi, I'm Crystal.

Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I believe therapy begins with feeling comfortable enough to be yourself while working with someone who genuinely wants to understand your experience.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, or a major life transition, my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sam Field

Sam Field

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Denver, CO


“I believe in guiding clients to feel empowered to express themselves and explore their identity while creating a safe supportive environment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Boyd

Vanessa Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Westminster, CO


“I like to identify where the client is in their journey to change patterns and manage their feelings leading to behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Misty Marquez Lozano

Misty Marquez Lozano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Wheat Ridge, CO


“Experience since 2004 providing individual and family consultation and therapy for various difficulties of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Shields

Elisabeth Shields

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Denver, CO


“I have a passion for helping individuals work towards a deeper understanding of themselves while working towards greater self-acceptance and empowerment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elliott O'Melia

Elliott O'Melia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Denver, CO


“At the heart of my practice is the belief that understanding each person's unique journey is key to effective care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Seth Tolbert

Seth Tolbert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Golden, CO


“I strongly hold that we are never broken or wrong, and instead see wounds that need compassion and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Watanabe

Jacob Watanabe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Northglenn, CO


“I have worked in the mental health and substance health field since 2008. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Juno Ehigie-Dadson

Juno Ehigie-Dadson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Northglenn, CO


“I see therapy as a space for healing, reflection, and growth, and I'm honored to walk alongside you as you explore the most meaningful parts of your lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Hardin

Dr. Michael Hardin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“My role is to help clients identify and remove these obstacles, guiding them toward finding joy and success in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Laura Ankenbauer

Laura Ankenbauer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I believe true connection and healing are possible, and that therapy holds the capacity for profound transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ben DeVoss

Ben DeVoss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Denver, CO


“My approach is affirming and solution-focused. I encourage behaviors that move clients toward their goals and values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stephanie Barnett

Stephanie Barnett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Arvada, CO


“I believe that behavior can be changed by challenging one's beliefs that lead to certain thoughts and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Riley Zwaig

Riley Zwaig

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Broomfield, CO


“My approach is compassionate, direct, and just the right amount of sarcastic, because therapy doesn't have to be serious all the time!”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Milton

James Milton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Denver, CO


“I strive to create an environment that fosters change, which starts with some history taking and accurate assessment, followed by an agreement on the methods we will use to reach your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Bakulski

David Bakulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Golden, CO


I am a licensed therapist based in Golden, CO. I offer in person visits at my office in downtown Golden, which is a convenient distance from Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Edgewater, Westminster, and Denver’s Westside. I also offer remote sessions online. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor.

Prior to earning my BS in Psychology followed by a Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Colorado Denver in 2010, I graduated from CU Boulder in 1994 where I received my BA in English Literature. I look forward to assisting you with your counseling needs.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kayle Elliott

Kayle Elliott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Denver, CO


“My approach is deeply relational and attachment based— real change often happens through experience, not just thought.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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John Yates

John Yates

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Denver, CO


“I am committed to partnering with you to sculpt the healthiest version of your narrative, where every facet of your life and history is given the attention and respect it deserves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kaia Fischer

Kaia Fischer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Lakewood, CO


I am a licensed therapist with experience supporting children, teens, and adults through challenges such as anxiety, depression, social anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and the pressure of high expectations. I use a collaborative and creative approach, often integrating mindfulness to help clients stay grounded and build awareness of their thoughts and emotions. Depending on each person’s needs, I may incorporate art-based activities, coping skills training, or reflective conversation. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood and empowered to grow.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melanie Hanson

Melanie Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Denver, CO


“My approach to therapy centers around the belief that people inherently have the ability to understand themselves, make choices, and lead a fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Fiola

Lisa Fiola

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Broomfield, CO


“It takes courage to ask for help and make your needs a priority, and I'm here to support you on this journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey OBrien

Casey OBrien

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely seen, respected, and able to bring forward the parts of yourself or your relationships that may be difficult to talk about elsewhere.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Georgia Hitchcock

Georgia Hitchcock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


I've been in private practice for 20+ years. I treat teens and adults.I specialize in Marriage and Family concerns, addiction, eating disorders and Trauma/PTSD. I collaborate with clients on what will be useful to them to help clear what's getting in their way.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julie Rushkewicz

Julie Rushkewicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Henderson, CO


“I am driven by a desire to guide and empower you through your past and present struggles and into your best life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Luke Vitagliano

Dr. Luke Vitagliano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Lakewood, CO


I help highly sensitive persons navigate the stressors and challenges in the world to find their authentic self and a life worth embracing. Do you think deeply about the world, yourself, and those around you? Do you experience a profound sense of empathy, feeling more deeply than most people around you? Do you find challenges in communicating your inner most thoughts and feelings with others? Do feel lost and want to find a way to get back on track? I am here to guide you on your journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Summers

Alicia Summers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Arvada, CO


“I am an Army Veteran, a devout Catholic and most importantly a human being who understands the therapeutic process both as a professional and someone who has utilized therapy for myself for the past several years as well!”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. John Hart

Dr. John Hart

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Denver, CO


“I aim to help each person I work with identify what's holding them back and explore ways to generate momentum toward a more fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Griebling

Erin Griebling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Englewood, CO


“I believe in collaborating with clients, because it is important that they feel seen, heard, and respected, however I will also challenge clients as needed.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristine Tarmann

Kristine Tarmann

Therapist

In-person • 9.4 mi away • Denver, CO


“I'm here to offer you a genuinely safe, warm, and non-judgmental space where your unique journey is honored.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Husam Salih

Husam Salih

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lakewood, CO


“My goal is not only to reduce symptoms but also to improve overall functioning, quality of life, and long-term well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeff Olson

Jeff Olson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Glendale, CO


“I utilize my extensive personal life experience and professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Addiction Counselor to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gina Gardner-Wood

Gina Gardner-Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Denver, CO


“With a mindful, strength-based, and solution-focused approach, I create a compassionate space where clients can feel heard, build resilience, and find practical tools for lasting growth such as CBT and DBT.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jon Portillo

Jon Portillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Broomfield, CO


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, panic, relationships, life transitions, grief, trauma, and recurring patterns. I have specialized training in EMDR and trauma treatment. My style is warm, paced, collaborative, and straightforward. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Arvada, CO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Arvada, CO
There are over 111 therapists in Arvada, CO accepting new patients.
111+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 86%Select Health - Colorado
  • 85%Cigna
  • 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 1%Arabic
  • 1%French
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 64%Woman
  • 35%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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