University of Denver Evidence-Based Therapy Clinic
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University of Denver Evidence-Based Therapy Clinic
Doctoral students in our clinical psychology program provide evidence-based therapy under the direction of a licensed clinical psychologist. Our services are skills-based and time-limited, and we actively track clients’ progress to ensure they are making meaningful treatment gains. This is done within the context of establishing a warm, supportive therapeutic relationship between the clinician and client.
Services Offered
We primarily provide therapy to children and adolescents; however, we also offer therapy in a limited capacity to adults seeking individual or couples therapy. We specialize in offering intervention services for the following types of presenting problems:
* Anxiety (e.g., persistent worries, school refusal, social phobia, panic disorder, OCD, etc.) Depression * Trauma (e.g., PTSD, history of abuse, etc.) * Behavior challenges associated with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) such as temper tantrums and defiance * Body image and eating disorder symptoms * Parenting Challenges * Romantic relationship difficulties (e.g., communication challenges, conflict management approaches, etc.) Family relationship difficulties
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
