Anna McVey-Tyson, LSW

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Anna McVey-Tyson

★ Pronouns: she/her
★ Email: Anna@umbrellacollective.org
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★ Insurances accepted: Aetna, United, Kaiser, Carelon, Medicaid (CCHA, CO Access, RMHP)
★ Licensed for In-Person or Teletherapy: In Person and Teletherapy
★ Service Modalities: Individuals, Youth (10+), Young Adults, and Adults
★ Scheduling Availability: Both in-person (Mon, Wed, every other Fri/Sat) and telehealth (Mon, Tues, Wed, every other Fri/Sat)

Title: Therapist, LSW

Intersecting identities that inform my practice: I'm Anna (she/her), a white, pansexual, cis-woman living with cystic fibrosis—an invisible illness that has profoundly shaped how I understand resilience, navigating healthcare systems, and what it means to be truly seen. I'm also a single mom raising two teenagers. Being pansexual and living with a chronic illness have taught me that identity is never singular; we hold multitudes, and the intersections of those identities matter deeply. My lived experience with invisible disability, single parenthood, and religious trauma grounds my practice in humility and deep empathy. I know what it's like to move through the world carrying things others can't see, and I'm committed to creating a therapeutic space where every part of you—visible and invisible—is welcome, honored, and safe.

Background & Approach: My path to social work began with advocacy. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Patient Advocacy with a minor in English Literature from MSU Denver, I spent years advocating for healthcare reform with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and creating inclusive community spaces at events like CF FamilyCon—where I led the first LGBTQ+ affinity space in the conference's history in 2019. I went on to intern at Rainbow Alley, Denver's LGBTQ+ youth drop-in center, where I developed data-driven youth engagement strategies to better support trans and queer youth. More recently, I completed my Master of Social Work at MSU Denver and provided one-on-one therapy to the queer community through my clinical internship at Glass Lawler Mental Health at the Center on Colfax, where I conducted bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessments and delivered direct therapeutic care. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and therapy should be a collaborative, affirming space where your story leads. I also bring a deep commitment to social justice: my capstone project—a social documentary on mental health disparities among BIPOC LGBTQ+ community members in Denver—reflects my belief that storytelling is a powerful tool for connection and change. I bring my authentic self to this work, and I'll meet you with warmth, curiosity, and genuine respect for who you are.

Theoretical & Clinical Orientation: My clinical work is eclectic and draws from several complementary frameworks. I practice primarily from a person-centered foundation—building the therapeutic relationship through unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authentic connection. I integrate trauma-informed care into everything I do, recognizing that trauma shapes how we move through the world and relate to ourselves and others. I draw on narrative therapy to help clients explore and reframe the stories they carry, and I use a strengths-based lens to highlight the resilience and wisdom already within you. I also incorporate relational therapy, affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), intersectional feminist theory, and queer theory. Creativity matters in my practice—I believe in using storytelling, metaphor, and even the narratives we love from books, film, and media as accessible ways to process difficult experiences and discover new meanings.

Licensure: Licensed Social Worker (LSW.0009927462)

Education & Training:

  • Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver, 2026

  • Bachelor of Science in Patient Advocacy from Metropolitan State University of Denver, 2016

Clinical Specializations: LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, Youth and Young Adults, Trauma and PTSD, Chronic Illness and Invisible Disability, Religious Trauma and Spiritual Exploration, Anxiety and Depression, Narrative and Strengths-Based Approaches, Social Justice and Advocacy-Informed Practice

Outside of work: When I'm not in the therapy room, you'll find me writing. I'm currently working on a fantasy novel—a creative practice that helps me process life and has become one of my favorite ways to explore the narratives we carry. I love getting lost in fantasy worlds across books, film, TV, and video games (I'll always have time to talk about The Witcher, Baldur's Gate 3, or A Court of Thorns and Roses). I'm also a mom to two teenagers, which keeps me grounded, humble, and well-practiced in patience.

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Umbrella Collective

Mission Statement:

We are a group of depth-oriented mental health therapists who strive to embody values of liberation, welcome and honor all parts of our humanity, deeply appreciate intersectionality and empower all people to tell their story and experience acceptance, belonging and more meaningful relationships with self and others.

Who We Are:

The Umbrella Collective was developed to be a group practice where clients can see themselves reflected in their therapists from an inclusive standpoint. We consist of a network of talk therapists who specialize in working with an intersectional lens, centering the margins in the therapeutic work. We offer many different psychotherapy modalities, including psychodynamic, somatic, EMDR, CBT, Hypnotherapy, and Substance Abuse treatment. We provide consultation to individuals, families, and groups. Umbrella Collective mental health professionals are passionate about social justice, dedicated to ongoing training and education in best practices for BIPOC, LGBTQ people, and people who experience life on the margins. We are skilled at working with you and your intersecting identities.

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