Wellshire Behavioral Services

About Wellshire Behavioral Services

WellPower’s Wellshire Behavioral Services program provides mental health therapy and psychiatric medications for adults with a wide range of needs. People who receive services at Wellshire are able to find hope, confidence and the ability to manage their lives, relationships, stressors and careers more effectively.

WellPower is Denver’s nonprofit community mental health center. We’ve served Denver for more than three decades, helping thousands of people improve their mental health and experience better well-being.

At Wellshire, we offer a wide range of therapy approaches and medication support to help people address mental health concerns and get closer to the kind of life they want to live. The foundation of everything we do is working with the people we serve to rediscover a sense of hope. We create a personalized treatment plan that incorporates an individualized combination of therapy and medication – all based on what each person needs.

To find out more or schedule your first appointment, give us a call at: (303) 504-6565.

We’re open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Who We Serve

WellPower serves a wide range of people from across Denver. Our Wellshire program specializes in helping people with commercial insurance, as well as those whose mental health needs are effectively managed with a combination of therapy and medication.

For more information about services that serve Medicaid members, please click here.

For more information about a more comprehensive range of services for different needs, please click here.

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Getting Started

If you have commercial/private insurance (see below for a list of insurance providers we accept), please call us at (303) 504-6565 to find out if Wellshire Behavioral Services fits your needs. If you have Medicaid and/or Medicare, please call our main access line at (303) 504-7900.

Your First Appointment

Your first appointment will be scheduled with one of our licensed therapists. During this visit, your therapist will get to know you and what you hope to gain from services. You’ll also discuss whether medications may be helpful. If you have engaged in psychiatry services in the past and are only interested in psychiatry services at Wellshire, please let us know during your initial phone call so we can make your time with us as seamless as possible.

Our Approach to Therapy

At Wellshire Behavioral Services and WellPower, we believe everyone deserves to have the support they need to live their best life – to recover from what’s happened to them, to learn about themselves and the world around them, to experience better well-being.

We value people and believe that everyone has the capacity to learn, grow and change. We know that everyone brings with them a unique set of strengths, needs, experiences and goals. At Wellshire, we see people for their inherent value and intentionally create a space where no one is defined by their diagnosis.

In everything we do, we build on a fundamentally hope-based approach. We know that people can and do recover every day from the symptoms and situations that can weigh on their well-being. Evidence-based therapy in partnership with a professional can be a highly effective way to manage mental health and live the kind of life you want to live. Engaging in treatment at Wellshire dramatically increases a person’s ability to draw upon their strengths and create and sustain a life of well-being.

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We Serve People with a Range of Needs

Wellshire has a team of therapists and psychiatrists with a range of specializations to meet you where you are. We help people every day overcome challenges and improve their mental health, often by addressing symptoms of:

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Addiction
Bipolar disorder
Poor sleep
Stress
Social anxiety
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Relationship issues
And lots more

What is EMDR?

You may have heard about eye movement desensitization and preprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a therapeutic technique designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences and distressing memories. Through guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR facilitates the brain's natural healing process, allowing people to reframe negative thoughts and reduce emotional pain. It has proven effective for conditions like PTSD, anxiety and depression, offering relief when traditional talk therapies might fall short. By targeting the root cause of distress, EMDR empowers individuals to move forward with clarity and resilience, creating space for new growth and emotional well-being.

At first, EMDR sounds a little too strange to be considered actual therapy, but multiple studies have demonstrated its effectiveness when provided by a trained practitioner – like those at Wellshire.

What Makes Therapy at Wellshire Unique

We know there are lots of options for therapy in Denver with a wide range of therapists, psychiatrists and other professionals. There are so many options it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. As you look for a place that feels right to you, here are a few things about Wellshire that really make us stand out:

Access to collaborative care.

We have expert therapists and empathetic psychiatrists right here, in-house. All our providers work in an interdisciplinary team environment, meaning you will have access to the depth and breadth of our combined mental health expertise. If you and your therapist think medication could be helpful for your treatment plan, looping in a psychiatrist is simple and seamless – no need to bounce between different clinics for your care. And, we have a pharmacy right in the clinic, so you can fill your prescription on your way out.

Top-notch training and certifications.

All of our therapists and psychiatrists who work with commercial insurance are licensed, and many have even more advanced training in cutting-edge treatments: EMDR trained and certified, DBT foundationally trained, even licensed addiction counselors. This means that we can help people with a wide range of needs, even those that might not be apparent right away. We combine advanced clinical training with relatable life experience to be your partner in mental health.

We’re always getting better.

As part of our commitment to growth, we’re always looking for opportunities to offer an even better experience. Whether it’s greater availability of appointments, more time with therapists, or clearer communication, we continue to improve the quality of care we offer. Your mental health is important, and it’s a responsibility we take very seriously.

Treatment Experience

Just like in other parts of WellPower, treatment plans at Wellshire are built collaboratively in partnership with the person served and their therapist or treatment team. Wellshire uses treatment models that are well researched and proven to be effective for many people – these models of treatment are called Evidenced Based Practices. Several of the methods used at Wellshire include:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Motivational Interviewing

Regardless of which types of therapy are included in your individual plan, you can expect to be treated with respect and autonomy here at Wellshire. We see the agency of each person as critical in helping people improve their well-being. Wellshire mental health professionals are here to work with you along your journey.

Accepted Insurance

Wellshire Behavioral Services works with a variety of insurance providers. We accept most of the major plans operating in Colorado. Please look at the list below or contact our office at (303) 504-6565 for information. If your insurance plan doesn’t cover services at Wellshire, you are welcome to receive services at Wellshire and pay the full fee out of pocket.

Aetna
Cigna
Denver Health Elevate Commercial Plan
Medicaid

Humana
Mines & Associates
UMR (plan administrator dependent)
United Healthcare Plans

Before Your Visit

We want to make sure your visit is as comfortable and seamless as possible. One way to save time during the check-in for your initial visit is to review the forms below. No need to print out and sign anything in advance - you will sign these forms electronically at the Wellshire front desk when you come for your appointment. Taking a look beforehand means that you’ll have a chance to read them when it’s most convenient for you.

New Patient Packet

Consent for Services Treatment Rights

Fee Agreement & Consent to Bill

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you accept my insurance?

Wellshire Behavioral Services works with a variety of insurance providers. We accept most of the major plans operating in Colorado. Please take a look at the list above or contact our office at (303) 504-6565 for information on which insurance providers we accept. If we don’t participate with your insurance, you have the option of receiving services at Wellshire and paying full fee out of pocket.

What are your hours?

Do you accept Medicaid or Medicare?

WellPower’s Wellshire Behavioral Services program serves primarily people with commercial/private insurance (please see the list above). Other programs at our organization offer a range of other programs that are specialized for Medicaid (Health First Colorado) and Medicare members. If you have Medicaid or Medicaid/Medicare coverage, please call our general access line at (303) 504-7900.

I have Medicare. Can I still come to your office if I pay your full fee?

How long does it take to get an initial appointment?

Right now, you can be seen for your first appointment as soon as the next day. This may be a little further out depending on the type of service you’re looking for, but most people are seen within a week at most. We’re happy to talk with you about what the timeframe might look like for you: feel free to give us a call at (303) 504-6565 to find out more, with no obligation to schedule your appointment yet.

Will I be able to see a psychiatrist and be prescribed medications at my first appointment in the clinic?

In most cases, you will see a therapist for your first scheduled appointment. Based on the needs you and your therapist identify, you might then schedule a follow-up appointment with one of our on-site psychiatrists as soon as possible. This is to ensure we’re able to offer the best experience possible, which this includes being efficient with scheduling among every member of our treatment team. Every situation is different, though, so please give us a call to talk more about your specific needs: (303) 504-6565.

Contact Us

Phone

(303) 504-6565

Address

4141 E Dickenson Place
Denver, CO, 80222
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Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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At WellPower, we are committed to providing trauma-informed services that meet people where they are and help them get to where they want to be. We recognize that every person has needs and strengths that come from their unique life experiences. Through our person-centered, community-based approach, we seek to incorporate the elements that give people's lives shape and meaning. We believe everyone deserves the resources they need to experience better well-being: individuals, families and whole communities.