Care without the wait

21 licensed therapists & providers in Colorado. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage †

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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6,899 people sought child therapy help in Colorado in the last year

Discover how starting child therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a child/teen therapist as soon as this week

Colorado Springs, CO

I believe healing happens when you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported as a whole person, not just a diagnosis....

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Pueblo, CO

As a woman who has experienced trauma throughout my life, I have a deep understanding of how to learn the skills to overcome life'...

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Colorado Springs, CO

Over 4 decades of helping people in settings from prisons to psych wards to private practice, I've guided many toward clarity, con...

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Littleton, CO

As one who has experienced personal trauma and sought out therapy initially as a child, I have an authentic understanding of how w...

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Centennial, CO

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Child therapy FAQs

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Colorado.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Colorado, CO have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Colorado, CO is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Colorado accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado | GHI BMP

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado | PPO - HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Colorado
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.7 Learn about verified reviews
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Jennifer is very personable and takes the time to let me process what we are talking about and I feel fully understand what I'm dealing with and gives me the best tools to use to grow.
Kelsee Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I enjoyed and appreciated hearing feedback about my thoughts and how I feel and how to deal with them and what to do and go forth doing and setting goals for the week
Nicole Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Heather is attentive, personable, offers good advice has empathy. Best of all she listens!
Xavier Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I appreciate how quickly and easily (via zoom) I was able to be seen. Also, I anticipated having to try several therapists before finding a good fit and I was pleasantly surprised to have felt so comfortable opening up to my provider during the first session. She seems wonderful and I am encouraged. Thank you.
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Nevayah Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Comfortable setting where l feel at ease discussing my situations and feelings.
Shon Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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So far so good.
Karl Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I feel like I am making progress with Denice. I’m extremely grateful to have her as my therapist
Gracey Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I appreciate Pierre's thoughtfulness and kindness as we go through our sessions. He is always prepared for the curves and sliders I throw his way, and when there are none, he is very capable of directing the conversation to help me keep toy goals with this therapy. I am ecstatic that Pierre is my therapist.
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Armando Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I like the connection we have. He makes me feel free to share my thoughts.
Gisele Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
He seemed comfortable in his own skin. I think we had a nice connection.
Laney Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My provider has been an instrumental part of my growth journey navigating grief in a variety of forms. I appreciate her support, honesty, and perspective each time we meet.
Anastasia Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My therapist seemed logical and listened to what I had to say. She seemed to understand what I was saying.
Freia Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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What I appreciate most about seeing Cydney is that when I come to my sessions I feel like it’s easy enough to speak with her like she is someone I am a friend with. She is able to take the information that I tell her and break apart what I am struggling with, and then provides me something to work on for the next two weeks until I see her again. This has helped me tremendously with areas I needed growth in. I don’t have to sugarcoat things for her. She is able to understand what I am struggling with and what direction I need to take things if I would like to stop the cycles I repeat. It has helped me to grow confidence in myself, decisions I make and to have more confidence in me.
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Meadow Jan 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Megan Learned is incredible to work with. I’ve been to about 10 therapists and psychiatrists over the past 25 years, and none have come close to Megan. It’s her mix of expertise, intelligence, empathy, professionalism, honesty, and humor that is such a good fit for me. She reads my body language and listens to what I say before she responds, asks follow-up questions, makes recommendations, and “assigns” “homework” (and I love homework, so it’s great for me). She is flexible in that she observes what’s going on with me and adapts to what I need to discuss (rather than being stuck on what we may have planned to talk about in the previous session). Although therapy is hard work, she helps break down concepts and tasks into small, manageable chunks so that it doesn’t feel so daunting. I am very thankful to have the opportunity to work with Megan. I also appreciate how easy Thriveworks makes it to be a patient. You all have a great portal with an easily accessible and intuitive user interface. You all also work great with my insurance.
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Sierra Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Cydney is amazing. She is very supportive, helps you process your situation, non-judgemental, just overall amazing.
Nova Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
His knowledge and his compassion is helpful.
Harmony Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Stephanie is an amazing provider and I would recommend her to anyone!
Maesi Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
She was kind, welcoming, patient when I over explained things and encouraging. Exactly what I was looking for in a therapist while I navigate a stage 4 cancer diagnosis.
Noele Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I had a voice
Jabari Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Ms Snow was thorough with my medical and psychiatric history. She explained everything, giving great detail to why she was recommending I try my current medication for awhile longer, then meet again to discuss results. Ms. Snow was easy to talk to; she never made me feel judged for SI.
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Trinitey Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Phone number

(720) 259-1374
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Languages spoken by CO providers

  • English
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Support Hours

Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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