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Top therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO accepting new patients

Wheat Ridge residents can access affordable mental health care through Headway's network of 3,785 providers trained in evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR. Whether you're in downtown Wheat Ridge, near the Ridge neighborhoods, or surrounding areas, find a therapist who fits your needs with free consultations available.

Cher Johnson

Cher Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Aurora, CO


Many of the solutions we seek are already inside of us. They can be hard to find, but it is possible. Using talk therapy and emotional regulation skills, we’ll work together to identify goals and practices that fit with the life you’re eager to live. I will provide compassionate, steady support as you navigate anxiety, depression, family or relationship challenges, recovery from addiction, and the impacts of ADHD.

I tailor therapy to meet your individual needs and always consider cultural and social context. I also collaborate with other therapists to offer educational and support groups several times a year. Using a combination of physical, emotional, and cognitive tools, we’ll work to improve daily functioning, strengthen coping skills, and increase the joy and ease in your life.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Regis University, and I work with adults across a variety of life stages and transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faye Peterson

Faye Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Grace

Amy Grace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Littleton, CO


“As both a licensed therapist and a mom of six, I understand firsthand how profoundly motherhood shapes who we are and how we move through the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael McDermott

Rachael McDermott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


I work from a client centered and trauma informed approach addressing all aspects of a client's whole self, to help the client find healing, hope and freedom to navigate life's challenges and learn to thrive. Although I work with clients of all ages, I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults. I am committed to instilling hope in the lives of clients and their families. I love what I do and feel honored to have the opportunity to walk along side of you during this season of life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheyenne Morris

Cheyenne Morris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Louisville, CO


“I take a warm, collaborative, and strengths based approach, helping clients build emotional awareness, resilience, and meaningful connection in their lives and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Elste

Carrie Elste

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Evergreen, CO


Growing up neurodivergent, I knew my life purpose was to learn to navigate a world that wasn't meant for me and to help others do the same. As a therapist, former teacher, & crisis responder, I understand what it takes to navigate toxic stress in a world that wasn't built for your brain or nervous system. I had a period as a young adult in which I was disabled by neurodivergent burnout and had to reshape my entire life trajectory. I had a therapist that truly saw me - it was the support I needed to create my future self. Today, that same passion drives my clinical work. You are not broken, and your adaptations make complete sense given what you’ve been through.

I earned a BA in Psychology/Human Services, went on for an MSW and have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2017. I have extensive experience as a school clinician, respite business owner, and non-profit director. I opened my therapy practice in 2019. ​ My practice focuses on supporting neurodivergent and gifted teens and adults, women, LGBTQ+/ENBY/Trans*, and BIPOC folks facing burnout, trauma, grief and major life pivots. Whether you are processing trauma, recovering from betrayal, navigating divorce, parenting, facing loss, health changes, or untangling the burnout of masking or people-pleasing, our work centers on helping you drop the mask, establish meaningful boundaries, and step into grounded self-worth. Your future self is waiting! In our sessions, you can expect warm, down-to-earth collaboration rooted in real-world strategies. When you’re ready to prioritize your own healing, I invite you to connect with me. Outside of being a therapist, I am a proud single momma to a neuro-spicy kiddo and a pittie. I enjoy crafting, travel, making art, yoga, dancing, and the outdoors.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Jennifer Blanchard

Jennifer Blanchard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Klein

Joseph Klein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Wollman

Laurie Wollman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“I aim to be both a supportive sounding board and a source of real accountability as you work toward change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Shuman

Barbara Shuman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“Psychoanalysis emphasizes on guiding individuals in finding their own resources, gaining a knowledge about what is happing to them and the cause of their distress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Annette Nunez

Dr. Annette Nunez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Centennial, CO


“My mission is to empower women to cultivate a more positive, mindful, and confident mindset, fostering overall mental well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jennifer Fay-Vellos

Jennifer Fay-Vellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Aurora, CO


I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed addiction counselor (LAC), and registered Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT). I take a whole-body, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to counseling and utilize a variety of modalities to address the unique needs of clients. I strive to create a welcoming and judgement free space to help you find healing, resilience, and personal growth. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings and I am passionate about helping others navigate and rise above life’s challenges.

I have more availability than my Headway calendar reflects. Once you schedule and we speak over the phone, I can provide additional times.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Murphy

Jacqueline Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Aurora, CO


“My role is not to give you a one-size-fits-all solution, but to walk beside you as a collaborator in your healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Frasl

Denise Frasl

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Centennial, CO


“I realize that the process of healing, personal growth, developing new skills, and just growing up/parenting is challenging at times.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristen Cipielewski

Kristen Cipielewski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes healing happens when clients feel safe, supported, and truly understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Grant Kobayashi-Hinds

Grant Kobayashi-Hinds

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Denver, CO


“My counseling approaches are informed by a humanistic person-centered perspective... a counselor provides empathy, being genuine, support as well as bringing focus to the here and now.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Elizabeth Pierce

Elizabeth Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Aurora, CO


“My goal for you is to spark some hope and determination you are able to make the changes you strive for.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lovisa Taylor

Lovisa Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Centennial, CO


“I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the most healing things we have access to — and I take that seriously.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenny Pelo

Jenny Pelo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Englewood, CO


Hello! I am Jenny, a licensed professional counselor who has been practicing since 2015 as a therapist with adults. I also have spent 20 years working with kids in schools. Now, I work full time in private practice and love being able to connect with clients in this way. I graduated in 2005 with a MA in School Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jonathan Carr

Jonathan Carr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Centennial, CO


“Listening with curiosity, humility, warmth, and a creative openness is part of what you will experience in my care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Garrett

Susan Garrett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Aurora, CO


“I generally use a child centered play therapy as it allows children through the use of play to feel more empowered and develop their own sense of self and self expression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judy Branch

Judy Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Lone Tree, CO


“If you're looking for a therapist who is compassionate, practical, and easy to connect with, you're in the right place.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Koenen

Tiffany Koenen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Centennial, CO


“Tiffany approaches each new client as an individual who is working through their specific situation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanette Nicastri

Jeanette Nicastri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Louisville, CO


“I've faced my own struggles and sought therapy along the way. I understand the courage it takes to reach out.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Vetrano

Laura Vetrano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Amanda Hua

Amanda Hua

Therapist

In-person • 16 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


“I utilize a trauma informed approach in all areas of my work. I understand that every person deserves individualized care and to be seen for their inherent worth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Howard

Mary Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“I incorporate psychodynamic elements, CBT, solution focused, and trauma informed (EMDR) methods of therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Phillips

Elizabeth Phillips

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Littleton, CO


“I focus on building a supportive, judgment-free space that honors your voice, values, and resilience.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Katelyn Arterburn

Katelyn Arterburn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katy De Angelis

Katy De Angelis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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]

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jammie Benton-Speyer

Jammie Benton-Speyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lafayette, CO


As an LPC, I’m here to support you through life’s messy moments. Asking for help takes courage, and I’m honored to walk alongside you as you find your way forward.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Rosenthal

Michelle Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“As a somatic therapist, I believe past experiences and traumas live in our bodies as stuck behaviors and patterns.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Erika Laing

Dr. Erika Laing

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lafayette, CO


“Clients often tell me they appreciate my directness, compassion, and ability to make complicated emotional patterns easier to understand.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Kim

April Kim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Englewood, CO


“Therapy doesn't have to feel clinical or cold. I strive to create a space that feels human - rooted in kindness, curiosity, and just the right amount of levity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ainsley Nuhn

Ainsley Nuhn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Boulder, CO


“Therapy, to me, is not about fixing people. It's about helping them rebuild what can actually hold them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Turner

Katie Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Englewood, CO


“Katie Turner brings invaluable personal experience to the table, having navigated the challenges of divorce, remarriage, and raising six children.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mona Osterhoudt

Mona Osterhoudt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Englewood, CO


“I am experienced with utilizing imagery and mindfulness with a heavy side of Cogntive Based Therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Seese

Laura Seese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Centennial, CO


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paul Westgaard

Paul Westgaard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Broomfield, CO


“I approach our connection with a conversational yet professional atmosphere; a relaxed, casual interaction to build an environment of trust...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Margaret Dyal

Margaret Dyal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Wheat Ridge, CO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Wheat Ridge, CO
There are over 416 therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO accepting new patients.
416+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
  • 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 81%Select Health - Colorado
  • 78%Cigna
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 26%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Wheat Ridge

Searching for therapists in Wheat Ridge starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want help with. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, work stress, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for specialties, therapy styles, and experience that fit your needs. A therapist’s bio can show whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

Wheat Ridge is a smaller city, so local in-person therapy options may be more limited than in nearby Denver. Virtual appointments can expand your search while keeping your care with a therapist licensed in Colorado. When you review therapists, consider appointment times, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Wheat Ridge can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, check estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you are ready.

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