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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Denver, CO

Access mental healthcare in Denver neighborhoods like LoDo, Capitol Hill, and Cherry Creek through Headway's Aetna network. With copays between $0-40, you can start therapy within two weeks with providers offering free consultations and same-day availability options.

Jessica Lopez

Jessica Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Parker, CO


“I tend to practice therapy in a warm, genuine client centered approach and believe in exploring the whole person and all aspects of their lives, past, present and future.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Panic disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Michelle Wright

Michelle Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“I specialize in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and utilize ERP as a core component of care, thoughtfully tailoring interventions to meet each client's unique needs.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Pinegar

Erin Pinegar

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and women's issues.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Khatera Jahan

Khatera Jahan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe and heard as we work together on your path to healing.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tish Cook

Tish Cook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Brighton, CO


“You lead this journey, which means you set the goals and I help inspire you to get you to meet your goals in treatment.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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Debbie McCown-Perkins

Debbie McCown-Perkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Brighton, CO


“I believe I am very effective in helping with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD and a variety of other concerns.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Carrie Elste

Carrie Elste

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Evergreen, CO


Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or burnt out? Navigating the pressures of life can strain your relationships and diminish your self-worth. I specialize in helping talented and gifted high performers cultivate self compassion, stop worrying, and establish healthy boundaries. Together, we'll explore your feelings, thought and behavior patterns, empower your voice, and create sustainable habits. Through this collaborative journey, we’ll set attainable goals that foster emotional balance and resilience, guiding you toward the fulfilling life you deserve. You're not alone - let's uncover your path to holistic well-being.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm

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Jeffrey Hillis

Jeffrey Hillis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Loveland, CO


“I integrate my passion for nature and play into my therapeutic practices while employing a variety of modalities including positive psychology, mindfulness, play therapy, talk therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and...”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Cipielewski

Kristen Cipielewski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes healing happens when clients feel safe, supported, and truly understood.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Erik Vienneau

Erik Vienneau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“We will go beyond traditional talk therapy to work on a brain-body level to reduce your stress and gain more life satisfaction.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“I believe people are inherently good. Because of our uniqueness, I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to counseling...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Caroline Journeycake

Caroline Journeycake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“Caroline believes in a collaborative approach to mental health care, prioritizing the client's input and tailoring treatment plans to suit their individual needs and preferences.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
John Christie

John Christie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“My approach centers on helping clients develop resilience, and meaningful personal growth through understanding thought processes and patterns.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Noelle Metcalf

Noelle Metcalf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“It is my goal to offer a safe place where you can freely explore challenging topics, express your emotions and truly feel heard.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Mary Howard

Mary Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“I incorporate psychodynamic elements, CBT, solution focused, and trauma informed (EMDR) methods of therapy.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nicole Nepote

Nicole Nepote

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Dillon, CO


“I believe that you will find that there is creativity in you... that will immensely support your desired goals for yourself.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

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Dr. Erika Laing

Dr. Erika Laing

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“Clients often tell me they appreciate my directness, compassion, and ability to make complicated emotional patterns easier to understand.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Joseph Klein

Joseph Klein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“My approach is to help clients shift from reactive, patterned responses toward more intentional, grounded, and empowered ways of thinking and feeling.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Warm

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Katelyn Arterburn

Katelyn Arterburn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


My goal is to help you understand and accept the many multifaceted aspects of yourself and integrate these aspects, forming a cohesive, harmonious sense of self. Our journey together is about developing a profound self-understanding and acceptance, freeing yourself from entrenched patterns, and healing from past experiences. This process leads to outcomes such as heightened self-awareness, self-confidence, reduced stress, and increased capacity to face the world with your whole, authentic self.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Rosenthal

Michelle Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“As a somatic therapist, I believe past experiences and traumas live in our bodies as stuck behaviors and patterns.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Wollman

Laurie Wollman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“I aim to be both a supportive sounding board and a source of real accountability as you work toward change.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katy De Angelis

Katy De Angelis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lafayette, CO


You are exhausted and overwhelmed. There’s too much to do and you never feel like its enough. Your brain never stops thinking. You always feels behind. Your body is aching. You can’t keep living this way.

If you are a parent, maybe you are yelling more at your kids than you’d like to admit, and the guilt you feel after losing your temper is real. You feel ashamed that everything sets you off. You really wanted to do this differently than how you were raised.

Maybe you feel like you’re failing at life or parenthood; you aren’t proud of how you are coping. And your relationships are struggling. You and your partner feel more like roommates. You feel like you’re drowning in parenthood. Life feels too heavy.

If you are looking for a space to unload your stress, take care of your mental health and feel like yourself again, you are in the right place. Please email to schedule a consultation- my Headway calendar is not an accurate representation of my availability: [email protected]

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Eckles

Lisa Eckles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Parker, CO


“As a licensed professional counselor (LPC), I firmly believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for achieving happiness and stability in life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Margaret Dyal

Margaret Dyal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I strive to create a safe environment where clients feel comfortable asking questions, sharing concerns, and participating in decisions about their care.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nicole Woodman

Nicole Woodman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lone Tree, CO


I am currently accepting new clients. I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the step to reach out is often the hardest part, so congratulations on being here. I especially love supporting women navigating anxiety, depression, big life changes, postpartum, and the ups and downs of motherhood. After 15 years in this field, I know how much lighter life can feel with the right support, and I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grant Marylander

Grant Marylander

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I believe that grief is a natural, healthy response to loss. My approach to grief therapy helps clients understand the emotional, physical, and cognitive aspects of their grief, equipping them with tools to navigate their unique journey.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Vetrano

Laura Vetrano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Boulder, CO


My directive yet compassionate style is intuitive, creative, and growth-oriented—encouraging you to explore, challenge, and ultimately expand your capacity for joy and connection.

Education & Background

  • MA in Counseling and Organizational Psychology – Adler University, Chicago
  • Member of EMDRIA, ACA, and AASECT
  • As a licensed psychotherapist and relationship coach, I’ve dedicated my career to helping clients cultivate emotional awareness, healthier relationships, and a grounded sense of self. My directive yet compassionate style is intuitive, creative, and growth-oriented—encouraging you to explore, challenge, and ultimately expand your capacity for joy and connection. Education & Background
    • MA in Counseling and Organizational Psychology – Adler University, Chicago
    • Member of EMDRIA, ACA, and AASECT
    • Advanced training in Brainspotting, EMDR, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous

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Faye Peterson

Faye Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My goal is to help you navigate both the smooth and challenging parts of the process, building resilience, increasing self-awareness, and creating opportunities for meaningful transformation.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Jennifer Blanchard

Jennifer Blanchard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I bring that same sense of curiosity and deep listening to my practice, offering a deeply empathetic ear and relaxed, approachable manner.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ainsley Nuhn

Ainsley Nuhn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Boulder, CO


“Therapy, to me, is not about fixing people. It's about helping them rebuild what can actually hold them.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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Davina Gorsh

Davina Gorsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Erie, CO


I found my passion for the healing process through my own therapeutic journey. You are not alone. I enjoy working with men and women both individually and couples. I am skilled in anger management, conflict resolution, intimate partner violence dynamics, managing anxiety and depression, adjustment to new stages of life, childhood trauma, boundaries, emotional regulation, and relationship issues.

Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Lynn Harnack

Lynn Harnack

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Erie, CO


“I am trained in Gestalt counseling from the Naropa Institute. I use parts work as a way for you to understand yourself more.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Cunningham

Emily Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Erie, CO


“I see therapy being a tool to help us understand ourselves and how we relate to others and the world around us.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Christine Howell

Dr. Christine Howell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My style is warm, validating, and down-to-earth, and I have a deep understanding of anxiety, mood, perfectionism, neurodiversity, giftedness, twice-exceptionality (2e), executive functioning, and peri-natal mental health.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Hogzett

Laura Hogzett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Conifer, CO


“I engage with you, reflect patterns in real time, and help you connect the dots between your past and present.”
Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Janet Rivers

Janet Rivers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Conifer, CO


“After we meet, you will feel more competent and confident. You will have a sense of connection and feel more hopeful about life!”
Aetna + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Erika Poling

Erika Poling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


“The heart of my practice is believing people are their own experts. You are the ONLY you with your unique values, experiences, routines, heartaches, and desires.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Smith

Ashley Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My style is warm, relational, compassionate, and sometimes direct. I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, supported, and safe enough to bring your whole self into the room.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Marshall Winter

Marshall Winter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


Many of the men I work with feel cut off from their emotions, weighed down by anxiety, and uncertain about how to manage stress at work or at home. Together, we uncover what’s getting in the way, rebuild connection to self, and cultivate the tools needed for healthier relationships and a more balanced, rewarding life.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francine Bejarano

Francine Bejarano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I bring a culturally sensitive, non-judgmental approach to my work and genuinely believe that every person — and every relationship — is worthy of care and attention.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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