Find a United Healthcare therapist in Golden, CO
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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Golden, CO
Finding the right mental health support in Golden is easier with Headway's extensive network and UnitedHealthcare acceptance. Whether you're in downtown Golden, West Golden, or surrounding areas, access talk therapy and medication services with copays of $0-$30 and free initial consultations.
Taking the first step toward healing is a courageous act, and I’m here to support you on this journey. Whether you’re navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, or life stress, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your needs. Together, we’ll identify your goals and work toward building the clarity, confidence, and balance you deserve.
I’m Makala Smith, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I am committed to providing holistic mental health care through a balanced and patient-centered approach.
My background includes neurology, trauma, and public health nursing. I earned my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from University of Colorado after I realized the need for psychiatric providers in my rural community of Meeker, Colorado and surrounding areas. By furthering my education, I am able to provide specialized, thoughtful, empathetic psychiatric care.
Credentials and Experience
I'm a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma and Colorado, a board-certified counselor (NCC), and hold a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision - which means I don't just practice therapy, I train and supervise other therapists. That clinical depth shapes everything about how I work with clients.
My specialization is neurocounseling: integrating what we know about the brain and nervous system into practical, grounded therapy. I also hold specialized training in telehealth - so working with you virtually isn't a workaround, it's where I do my best work.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, identity, and the particular kind of exhaustion that comes from holding everything together for too long.
I graduated with my masters from Regis University in 2022. I have worked in inpatient, intensive outpatient and outpatient. I’ve worked with clients of all ages with different backgrounds, and particularly enjoy working with patients with OCD and anxiety disorders.
What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?
United Healthcare 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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