Psychologists in Denver, CO

Denver, CO has 1,076 licensed psychologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.

Yes. 100% of psychologists in Denver, CO are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.

Colorado's ACA marketplace, Connect for Health Colorado, offers plans from Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, Cigna, and Friday Health Plans. Kaiser runs the largest closed network in the metro. Health First Colorado is the state Medicaid program, with managed care through Rocky Mountain Health Plans and Colorado Access.

Therapy sessions range from $150 to $300 per session. An ADHD evaluation costs $1,000 to $2,500. A full psychological evaluation runs $2,000 to $5,000. Actual costs in Denver, CO depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Therapy sessions are covered like other mental health visits. Psychological testing coverage is less consistent. Ask the office to verify testing benefits with your insurer before scheduling.

Denver's provider network splits into three main systems: UCHealth (the academic powerhouse), Denver Health (the public safety-net), and SCL Health/Intermountain (community hospitals). Most specialists practice within one system, so your hospital preference often determines your specialist options.

PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and PsyD stands for Doctor of Psychology. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Denver, CO, 39% hold the PhD credential and 35% hold PsyD. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.

11% of psychologists in Denver, CO accept Medicare. Medicare covers therapy sessions with psychologists. Psychological testing may be covered when ordered for diagnostic purposes, though prior authorization is often required. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.

At 5,280 feet, Denver's altitude can affect medication dosing, recovery times, and respiratory conditions. Most Denver physicians are experienced with altitude-related adjustments. If you have a heart or lung condition and recently relocated, bring it up at your first appointment.

Kaiser runs a large closed network in the Denver metro with its own hospitals, urgent cares, and pharmacies. It works well if you prefer integrated care and don't mind staying within the Kaiser system. If you want flexibility to see providers across multiple hospital systems, an open-network plan gives you more options.