Catholic Counseling & Individual Therapy in Denver

Licensed Catholic therapists offering evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma — in Greenwood Village and via telehealth across Colorado.

Catholic Counseling from Licensed Denver Therapists

Catholic counseling at Denver Catholic Counseling is a collaboration between you and a licensed Catholic therapist who understands both the science of mental health and the Catholic vision of the human person. Our Catholic therapists — licensed clinical social workers and professional counselors serving the greater Denver area — don’t ask you to check your faith at the door, and we don’t substitute prayer for clinical treatment. We integrate both — because you are both body and soul, and both deserve care.

Our therapists are trained in evidence-based modalities with decades of research behind them. Every treatment plan is tailored to your specific situation, goals, and pace. Whether you’re dealing with a clinical diagnosis or simply navigating a difficult season, we meet you where you are and work toward lasting change.

We serve adults and older adolescents (17+) at our Greenwood Village office and via telehealth throughout Colorado. If you’re new to therapy, read about what to expect from your first session. If you and your spouse are looking for couples work, see Catholic couples counseling.

Areas of Specialization

Anxiety

Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, and specific phobias. We use CBT and exposure-based approaches to help you break the cycle of avoidance and reclaim your life. Anxiety is among the most treatable mental health conditions — and you don’t have to white-knuckle through it alone.

Depression

Major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and situational depression. We address the cognitive patterns, behavioral withdrawal, and spiritual dimensions of depression. Catholic tradition offers a rich framework for understanding suffering — and clinical tools provide the path through it.

OCD & Scrupulosity

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, moral scrupulosity, intrusive thoughts, and compulsive reassurance-seeking. We specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD. For Catholics with scrupulosity, we understand the particular agony of a conscience hijacked by anxiety — and we know how to help. Read our full guide to scrupulosity treatment →

Trauma & PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, childhood abuse, sexual assault, combat trauma, and spiritual wounds from traumatic experiences. We use Prolonged Exposure therapy — one of the most rigorously studied PTSD treatments — to help you process what happened and move from survival mode to living again.

Perinatal Mental Health

Postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, pregnancy-related stress, and the emotional challenges of the transition to motherhood. Our clinicians have specialized training in perinatal mental health and understand the unique pressures Catholic mothers face. You’re not failing. You need support.

Women’s Hormonal Health

PMDD, perimenopause-related mood changes, cycle-related mental health fluctuations, and the intersection of hormonal and emotional wellbeing. We help women understand the biological rhythms beneath their mood and develop strategies for every phase.

Grief & Loss

Bereavement, pregnancy loss, anticipatory grief, complicated grief, and major life transitions. Catholic tradition has always honored mourning. We walk alongside you through the sacred, painful work of grief — with both clinical skill and pastoral sensitivity.

Relationship Issues

Attachment patterns, boundaries, family-of-origin wounds, interpersonal struggles, and loneliness. Individual work to help you understand your relational patterns and build healthier connections — with others and with God.

Faith & Identity

Spiritual dryness, faith crises, vocational discernment, and integrating belief with daily life. For Catholics navigating questions of meaning, purpose, and the sometimes-painful intersection of faith and lived experience.

Parent Coaching

For parents of children under 15 experiencing behavioral challenges. Evidence-based strategies to restore peace at home, strengthen your parenting confidence, and support your family’s wellbeing.

Strong Emotions

Anger, emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, and difficulty managing intense feelings. We use DBT skills and other approaches to help you respond rather than react — and to understand what your emotions are trying to tell you.

Life Transitions

Career changes, empty nesting, relocation, retirement, and other major transitions that shake your foundation. We help you navigate uncertainty with both clinical tools and the wisdom of Catholic discernment.

Therapeutic Approaches

We don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Your treatment plan draws from the modality best suited to your specific situation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identifies and restructures the thought patterns that maintain anxiety, depression, and other conditions. One of the most researched therapies in clinical psychology.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Skills-based approach for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. Originally developed for intense emotions.
Prolonged Exposure (PE)
Gold-standard trauma treatment. Gradually and safely helps you process traumatic memories so they lose their emotional charge. Recommended by the APA and VA.
Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
The most effective treatment for OCD and scrupulosity. Systematically breaks the cycle of obsession, anxiety, and compulsion through graduated exposure.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Helps you develop psychological flexibility — learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to value-driven action.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Focuses on improving your relationships and communication patterns. Particularly effective for depression rooted in relational difficulties or life transitions.

What to Expect

Initial consultation. Your first session is an assessment — we learn about your history, your current struggles, your goals, and your faith background. This is not a test. It’s a conversation, and it helps us build a treatment plan that fits you.

Ongoing sessions. Most clients attend weekly 50-minute sessions. Some conditions (like PTSD with prolonged exposure) involve 90-minute sessions. We’ll discuss the right cadence for your situation during the intake.

Faith integration. This looks different for every client. For some, it means discussing how their spiritual life relates to their struggles. For others, it means incorporating practices like the Examen or reflecting on Scripture. For others, faith stays in the background while clinical work takes center stage. You set the pace.

Practical details. Sessions are $155. We accept Colorado Medicaid (Colorado Access and Rocky Mountain Health Plans) and provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. We see clients Monday through Thursday, in-person in Greenwood Village and via telehealth throughout Colorado.

Catholic Therapists Near You

Our office is at 5300 DTC Parkway in Greenwood Village, a short drive from most of the Denver metro area. We see clients in-person and via telehealth throughout Colorado.

Clients come to us from Denver, Greenwood Village, Centennial, Englewood, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Aurora, Parker, Castle Rock, Lakewood, Cherry Creek, Wash Park, Stapleton, and the wider Front Range. If you’ve been searching for a “catholic therapist near me,” a “catholic counselor near me,” or “catholic counseling services” in the Denver area, you’re in the right place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in the first therapy session at Denver Catholic Counseling?

Your first session is an assessment — we learn about your history, your current struggles, your goals, and your faith background. This helps us build a treatment plan tailored to you. It's a conversation, not a test.

How often do I need to attend individual therapy sessions?

Most clients attend weekly 50-minute sessions. Some conditions (like PTSD with prolonged exposure) involve 90-minute sessions. We discuss the right cadence for your situation during the intake.

Do I have to integrate my Catholic faith into therapy?

Faith integration looks different for every client. Some discuss how their spiritual life relates to their struggles or incorporate practices like the Examen. For others, faith stays in the background while clinical work takes center stage. You set the pace.

How much does individual therapy cost in Denver?

Sessions are $155. We accept Colorado Medicaid (Colorado Access and Rocky Mountain Health Plans) and provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. We see clients Monday through Thursday, in-person in Greenwood Village and via telehealth throughout Colorado.

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