Receptionist
303-857-5074

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Receptionist
303-857-5074

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Alcohol Abuse

Therapists for Alcohol Abuse in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients

If alcohol use is starting to interfere with your relationships, health, or daily responsibilities, therapy can help. Westside Behavioral Care connects individuals with therapists who support clients struggling with alcohol misuse, dependency, or related concerns.

 

Our providers meet each person where they are, whether the goal is harm reduction, sobriety, or understanding the root causes behind substance use.

 

Read more about therapy for alcohol abuse

You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. Appointments are available across the Greater Denver area or online statewide. All Westside therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many accept additional insurance plans. To get started, call (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com.

Thomas Stuart
Thomas Stuart

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Thomas helps support his clients with a style that is warm, receptive, and understanding.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Nancy A. Gunzner

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Nancy has over 30 years of mental health experience.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 1079 South Hover Street, Longmont, CO 80501

Dave Bakulski
Dave Bakulski

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Dave prides himself in customizing his practice as a Lakewood therapist to each client, but he identifies primarily with cognitive behavioral therapy in his work.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: He/Him

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • 910 13th St Suite, Golden, CO 80401

Works with ages 19+ only.

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Karen Hauser

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 1:00 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Karen has been a LCSW since 1980 and specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: Self-Describe

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarHalf Star

  • 6795 E. Tennessee Ave, Denver, CO 80224

Seeing patients over 18 years old.

Laura Shipman
Laura Shipman

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 1:30 PM

Offers sessions in-person and online

Laura has over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80214

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Crissy Fale

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 2:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Crissy specializes in guiding and supporting individuals as they navigate complex relationship issues.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Sessions , No Physical Location, CO

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Jeremy Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 3:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Jeremy helps clients rethink situations, challenge maladaptive beliefs, and move forward with valued actions.

Gender: Man

Ethnicity: White

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Francisca Mix

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 3:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Francisca provides proven experiential methods, encouragement, and coaching to support her clients.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Latino or Hispanic or Spanish Origin of any ethnicity/race

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Jaurene Blacklock

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/23/2026 at 3:30 PM

Offers sessions only online

Jaurene has over 25 years of experience helping people from diverse backgrounds.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Black or African American

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarFull Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

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Andre’a Kirkland

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/24/2026 at 4:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Andre'a will begin your time together by finding what motivates you and what road blocks have halted your desires.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: She/Her

Average rating: Full StarFull StarFull StarFull StarHalf Star

  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO

Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Hoffman

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/27/2026 at 10:00 AM

Offers sessions only online

Lisa strives to see people regain balance emotionally, physically, and otherwise.

Gender: Woman

Ethnicity: Asian

Pronouns: She/Her

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  • Online Therapy Session , No Physical Location, CO

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Brenda Lucero

Licensed Professional Counselor

Next appointment on 4/27/2026 at 5:00 PM

Offers sessions only online

Brenda is dedicated to fostering transformative change through empathetic, trauma-informed, and evidence-based therapy.

Gender: Prefer Not to Share

Ethnicity: Prefer not to share

Pronouns: Prefer not to Share

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  • Online Therapy Session, No Physical Location, CO