What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.89
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.88
“Tanya has a rare gift. She doesn’t just listen, she sees through the noise. When emotions are running high and everything feels tangled, she gently helps you slow down, sort through it all, and get to the real heart of what’s hurting. She brings calm to chaos without judgment. Her presence is grounding, and her insights feel like they come from someone who really gets it. I’ve never felt more seen or supported.”
AHLess than 1 year ago
About Tanya Ilela
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy
Anxiety
Therapy
Depression
Women's Mental Health Issues
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Humanistic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Culturally Sensitive
Multicultural
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Tanya Ilela
Tanya works with adults who are navigating the challenges of life, including the impact of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and identity concerns, and periods of transition. She believes the therapeutic relationship itself is a meaningful and healing space. Her work supports deeper connection to the self, to others, and to the world around us all.Therapy with Tanya is intentional and collaborative, shaped by years of experience working with diverse communities as both an educator and a counselor.
While completing her Master’s training, she continued working in school settings, collaborating to develop programs and build relationships with teenagers and their families as they navigated everyday stressors and life crises. In addition, she provided individual therapy to adult clients at Create Outcomes. Tanya’s background uniquely equips her to understand the systems and environments we live within, and how tension can emerge in relationships, lived experiences, and complex social contexts. At the same time, she approaches each client as a whole person - mind, body, and spirit.
Together, Tanya and her clients gently explore personal values, emotional and relational patterns over time, and inner strengths using an integrative, holistic, person-centered approach. This work creates space for insight, healing, and growth, guided by the belief that healing unfolds over time and that meaningful change emerges when we listen more deeply to ourselves and move forward with clarity, compassion, and purpose.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I provide psychotherapy services only and do not prescribe medication. Our first appointment is a free 15-minute call to make sure I am the right fit for you.
I work with adults navigating life’s challenges—whether it’s healing from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, or adjusting to life’s changes. I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a meaningful healing space—one that supports deeper connection to self, others & the world around us. We will work together to gently explore difficult feelings, understand patterns, and nurture your inner strengths. Together, we reconnect you with the resilience, wisdom, and courage you already carry, helping you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of connection to yourself, others, and the world around you.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work will focus on developing effective coping strategies, strengthening self-compassion, & creating sustainable change that aligns with your values & goals, balancing insight & action. Whether your focus is healing, stabilization, or growth, our work will be collaborative & intentional, with the aim of helping you feel more grounded, capable, & joyful.
Change is an inevitable part of life, but growth comes from intentional & purposeful engagement. By being here, you are already investing in that growth. I look forward to working with you as you move toward healing, greater self-understanding, & a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $115-175 for 55 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
My practice offers an honor-based sliding scale ranging from $115-$175. This means that I will not ask for proof of income or other documentation of financial hardship, but will ask that you pay the highest rate that you can afford based on your financial circumstances.
Office location
Tanya Ilela, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Northern Colorado, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1992448237
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.88
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She was super sweet and great! We only talked for a split second, but I could tell she really cared.
November 12, 2025Jovie P.Verified patientVideo visit
-Good listener. Asks relevant questions for clarification & does not seem judgemental ??
Less than 1 year agoKB
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July 24, 2025John B.Verified patientVideo visit
Tanya has a rare gift. She doesn’t just listen, she sees through the noise. When emotions are running high and everything feels tangled, she gently helps you slow down, sort through it all, and get to the real heart of what’s hurting. She brings calm to chaos without judgment. Her presence is grounding, and her insights feel like they come from someone who really gets it. I’ve never felt more seen or supported.
Less than 1 year agoAH
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Is Tanya Ilela accepting new patients?
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Can I make an appointment with Tanya Ilela online?
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What practice does Tanya Ilela work with?
Tanya Ilela works with Create Outcomes.
Where is Tanya Ilela's office located?
Tanya Ilela has 2 office locations in Denver, view full addresses on Tanya Ilela's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tanya Ilela?
Tanya Ilela frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tanya Ilela on their profile.
What languages does Tanya Ilela speak?
Tanya Ilela speaks English.
How do patients rate Tanya Ilela in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Tanya Ilela. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.