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

Addiction recovery support in Denver connects you with 1,354 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with free consultations, helping you access care within days while working with your insurance to keep costs manageable.

David Cortez

David Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


You look like you have it together—but inside, your relationship feels strained, communication breaks down, or anxiety and overthinking take over. Whether you’re a couple stuck in the same arguments, a teen struggling emotionally, or an adult feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure this out alone. I provide therapy in San Antonio for couples, teens, and adults who want real, lasting change. I specialize in “couples therapy,” “teen counseling,” and “therapy for anxiety and relationship issues,” helping clients improve communication, manage emotions, and break unhealthy patterns.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Denise Daly-Stennis

Dr. Denise Daly-Stennis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


Dr. Daly-Stennis DNP, PMHNP-BC has been a dedicated board-certified nurse practitioner for the past 19 years. She treats each person with dignity and respect while assisting them through life’s difficulties. She specializes in prescribing medications for adults with all psychiatric disorders and individual psychotherapy with a warm spiritual psychodynamic approach.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jasmine Aranda

Jasmine Aranda

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate life’s challenges for more than 30 years, including 16 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, and addiction, and it has been an honor to support people through some of the most difficult and meaningful times in their lives.

I work with individuals who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward—often carrying pain, patterns, or experiences they have held for a long time. Together, we work to better understand what may be getting in the way, build on existing strengths, and create meaningful steps toward healing and change. My goal is to help clients move forward in a way that feels empowering, authentic, and aligned with who they are and the life they want to create.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Allahna Kaj

Allahna Kaj

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pueblo, CO


I take a fresh, integrative approach to individualized psychotherapy, tailoring my treatment approach to each client's unique needs and goals. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients better understand and regulate their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and reactions.

I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients develop greater acceptance of difficult emotions and circumstances that may be out of their control while taking meaningful action aligned with their personal values. With seven years of experience as a Group Facilitator and Individual Therapist in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I utilize evidence-based skills and mindfulness practices to help clients improve emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and build resilience.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Meredith Saver

Meredith Saver

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I'm passionate about helping clients move beyond just coping to truly understanding themselves, healing at a deeper level, and creating more aligned, fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dylan Quigley

Dylan Quigley

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help you approach and achieve your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kim Smith

Kim Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide medication management while also taking a holistic approach to mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amelia Bishop

Amelia Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • Arvada, CO


“I'm especially drawn to working with people who want to understand themselves more deeply, not just find another way to push through.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Caitlyn Dorsey

Caitlyn Dorsey

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My style is gentle but active—I help you explore your inner world with curiosity while also offering practical tools to shift patterns that no longer serve you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Alper Ramos

Nicole Alper Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My primary goal is goal to support and empower my clients throughout their therapeutic journey and to help them fulfill their individual goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Whitnee Willrich

Whitnee Willrich

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“You can expect to leave each session with more than just insight — you'll walk away with practical tools, renewed self-confidence, and a growing sense of emotional strength.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Psychologist

Virtual • Frisco, CO


“Working with me will allow you to make significant and lasting changes in your life and increase your insight, self-knowledge, and self-reflection.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jules Nonamaker

Jules Nonamaker

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Hi my name is Jules, and my journey in mental health has been marked by a profound commitment to assisting those grappling with substance use disorders and a spectrum of mental health challenges. This includes trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, addiction, emotional regulation, and life transitions. As a tele-health therapy practice, I can offer EMDR or talk therapy services to anyone residing in the state of Colorado.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stacy Wright

Stacy Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“After 30 years of working alongside people navigating grief, trauma, addiction, loss, and the thousand things that don't fit neatly into any category — I've learned that what most people need first is someone who isn't surprised by any of it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. John O'Malley

Dr. John O'Malley

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach is practical and direct. I'm less interested in labels and theories than in what's actually going on in your life and what's going to help.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn McCann

Carolyn McCann

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have spent many years working as a medical social worker and as a therapist for individuals going through significant lifestyle changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Simbre

Jennifer Simbre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Steamboat Springs, CO


“I provide a safe atmosphere for clients to share their true thoughts and emotions that have been creating challenges for them...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nathaniel Stuart

Nathaniel Stuart

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“Client who work with me can expect to gain tangible empowerment, genuine insight, improved self-regard, and keys to continued success.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeremy Reichert

Dr. Jeremy Reichert

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach is integrative and evidence-based, combining contemporary psychological science with individualized care that respects each client's unique experiences, values, and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Wise

Dr. Brian Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I also specialize in supporting people around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships with genuine openness and care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sandra Mackintosh

Sandra Mackintosh

Therapist

Virtual • Longmont, CO


“I'm direct without being harsh, structured without being rigid, and I'll tell you honestly when something isn't working so we can adjust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Elaine Martinez

Dr. Elaine Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado Springs, CO


You to become an expert "on you".

You learn about your defenses, your triggers, and your trauma. You learn what your style pertaining to being challenged and attached?

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chandler Arnold

Chandler Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“Building rapport can be difficult at times because trust has to be built. Do not feel as if you need to force your story out, find a place that feels comfortable to start...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jordan Adsit

Jordan Adsit

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach to therapy is grounded in grace and compassion, balanced with open-mindedness and direct, respectful challenge.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lori Graham

Dr. Lori Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


My goal is to assist you in achieving better mental health and quality of life. If you are experiencing difficulties and hope to gain relief and personal growth you will find that my approach is direct & supportive. My sessions typically include specific exercises & skill-building to foster emotional, mental, physical and spiritual wellness. I have experience in a variety of clinical settings including ministry, medical, crisis assessment & intervention, corrections & schools.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Matt Van Dusen

Dr. Matt Van Dusen

Psychologist

Virtual • Colorado


“I provide structured, evidence-based psychotherapy to cope with and overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pedro Zabala

Pedro Zabala

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I help people build lives—and careers—worth living.” I specialize in guiding clients through emotional intensity, identity disruption, and vocational misalignment. My approach blends DBT and Career Construction Theory with Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and evidence-based modalities rooted in meaning-making and personal agency.

Whether you're a teen navigating emotional intensity, an LGBTQ+ individual reclaiming identity amidst cultural stress, or a professional seeking to realign purpose, I offer a structured and symbolic space for change. Together, we illuminate archetypal patterns, deconstruct inherited narratives, and build lives anchored in values, clarity, and psychological flexibility.

Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tobias Gale

Tobias Gale

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My counseling approach is influenced by gestalt, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based therapy, as well as Inner Child Work and the expressive arts.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lance Nabers

Lance Nabers

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I hope to provide trauma‐informed, evidence‐based therapy that focuses on understanding patterns, building coping skills, and strengthening relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chris Leeman

Chris Leeman

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My role as a therapist is not to tell people who they should be, but to help them better understand themselves, overcome barriers, and develop the tools necessary to move forward in healthier and more meaningful ways.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Glaser

Julia Glaser

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have extensive experience in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), dissociative disorders, and trauma-focused care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shawn Thompson

Shawn Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Denver, CO


“I believe true healing involves hard work, a dose of self-awareness and the diligence to see oneself as being capable of it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Wendling

Cindy Wendling

Therapist

Virtual • Littleton, CO


“I believe by empowering individuals, meeting each person where they are at we can working towards lasting solutions and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elysia Russell

Elysia Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy spending time outdoors, riding my horses, and being with my family. These activities help me stay grounded and connected to what matters most in life. I value balance, authenticity, and meaningful relationships, and I bring those same values into my work with clients. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves and working toward their goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine DeBruyn

Christine DeBruyn

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juno Ehigie-Dadson

Juno Ehigie-Dadson

Therapist

Virtual • Northglenn, CO


“I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers individuals to create meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Glen Ensinger

Glen Ensinger

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


My name is Glen Alan Ensinger. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. I lived in Colorado for over 1 year and was licensed last March. I have been licensed as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois since 2002. I have provided crisis counseling and domestic violence counseling for perpetrators and victims. I completed my master's degree at Western Illinois University which included a practicum and internship at White Oaks in Peoria, Illinois. This is a substance abuse program. I have worked at a school for children with behavioral problems and also have provided counseling and crisis services at a community mental health center. For approximately 10 years I was on clinical staff for the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, Illinois where I provided counseling services for clients in the HIV program. I worked over 8 years at the 9th Judicial Court in Illinois as a court services therapist. I have a private practice that includes working for programs that helped children either get adopted or return home from the foster care program (or help parents get the children returned to them). My primary work has been with families, couples and children. I use dialectical behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and general Rogerian therapy to help people live more successful lives.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jaclyn Twaddle

Jaclyn Twaddle

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“Clients often describe me as warm and steady, someone who makes it easier to say the things that are hardest to say.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Robison

Beverly Robison

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe that through self-awareness and looking at our emotional wounds, we can find the identity and purpose we all long for in our lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Denver, CO
There are over 99 therapists in Denver, CO accepting new patients.
99+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 87%Cigna
  • 81%Select Health - Colorado
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Arabic
  • 1%French
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 32%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 62%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 29%Family therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 13%Couples therapy

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Find the right addiction counselor for you

Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Denver

Finding addiction therapists in Denver starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, prescription substance concerns, gambling, or other behavioral patterns. As you compare therapists, look for experience with approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, and coordination with medication support when needed. Some people also work with a prescriber as part of their care team.

Denver has many therapists across neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Cherry Creek, LoDo, and surrounding areas, which can make the search easier to start and harder to narrow. Consider whether you prefer an in-person office you can reach by car, transit, or walking, or a virtual appointment that fits your schedule. Recovery can involve changes over time, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a nonjudgmental approach and experience with harm reduction or substance use care. Reading therapist bios can show how they talk about addiction, what session structure may look like, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in Denver can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care starts. Headway helps you find many therapists who accept insurance, are accepting new patients, and offer upfront cost estimates after you enter your insurance details. You can browse profiles, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.