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Assessing Alternatives CounselingGroup practice

Group practice
Colorado
Addiction- Anxiety -Child mental health- Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Trauma-
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Practice Information

Mental health is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. If you're wondering what to expect in your first therapy session, our therapists at Assessing Alternatives in Arvada and Lakewood, CO, provide a welcoming and transparent environment. We work closely with teens, young adults, and LGBTQ+ individuals to ensure every session is tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're pursuing trauma-focused therapy or general mental health support, our approach helps you build a strong foundation for a positive future.

In addition to adolescent and LGBTQ+ mental health care, we also specialize in trauma-focused therapy. When life throws you down a difficult path, you don’t have to travel it alone. You can count on our mental health counselors to guide you through your journey, helping you fight the challenges and come out stronger on the other side. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our mental health therapists in Arvada and Lakewood, CO. We’re ready to help you improve your mental health.

FAQS

What services does your practice offer?

We take a patient-centered approach to providing mental health care in Arvada and Lakewood, CO. We put our patients’ well-being first with complete transparency, ensuring you and your loved ones play a role in making decisions. You will receive mental health counseling in a supportive, welcoming environment, from trauma-focused therapy to adolescent counseling and teen counseling. Our mental health counselors have experience working with teens, young adults, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Choose from in-person or telehealth sessions. We work with most insurance policies.

How does payment work at your practice?

We offer a variety of payment options including sliding scale, self-pay, and work with most insurance policies.

What are your practice's specialties?

Assessing Alternatives Counseling specializes in a variety of areas including anxiety, ADHD, anger and stress management, depression and mood disorders, family conflict, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem and self-worth, trauma and PTSD. We have a particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ counseling.

Why should I choose your practice?

Assessing Alternatives Counseling aims to provide access to quality mental health care, regardless of ability to pay. We are in-network with many insurance companies and can provide sliding scale fees for those who qualify.


Head of Practice's Licensure

Colorado: CSW.09928197

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Child mental health - Specialized strategies for common childhood disorders including attention issues, attachment problems, behavioral disorders, learning disorders, autism spectrum diagnoses, and feeding or elimination issues.

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Carelon
  • Cigna
  • Colorado Access
  • Kaiser
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (53min)
  • Sliding scale:$50 - $150

Reach out to Connect

Small steps make a big difference. Start by connecting with Assessing Alternatives Counseling today.