Payton Ward, B.A.
Payton Ward is an Advanced Predoctoral Extern at Vivid Psychology Group and is working toward his Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from the University of Denver. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA.
- Teens
- Adults
- OCD
- Trauma
- Anxiety
Payton’s Approach
Payton believes everyone has what it takes to live meaningful lives and overcome their struggles. He recognizes the courage it takes to seek out mental health support, and believes that honoring each person’s trust and autonomy is critical to his role. He strives to empower clients through fostering self-awareness and offering practical tools from evidence-based practices.
Payton’s warm, grounded approach creates a safe space for clients to explore emotions and navigate challenges. Payton works with adults and teens on issues like anxiety, OCD, depression, mood disorders, relationship problems, trauma, and many other mental health concerns.
Services Provided
Individual Therapy for Adults (Anxiety, OCD, Depression & More)
Online Therapy in Colorado (Telehealth Counseling for Adults, Teens & Children)
Medicaid Treatment (Colorado Access Medicaid plans)
Sliding Scale Treatment Options
Online Therapy Across the U.S. (Licensed in 39+ PSYPACT States)
Specialty Areas
Generalized Anxiety
OCD
Chronic Worry
Fears and Phobias
Panic Attacks
Health Anxiety
OCD
Contamination OCD (fear of germs, illness, cleaning rituals)
Checking OCD (locks, appliances, safety rituals)
Harm OCD (fear of hurting yourself or others)
Relationship OCD (ROCD - doubts about your partner or relationship)
Sexual Orientation OCD (SO-OCD - intrusive doubts about sexuality)
Religious/Moral OCD (scrupulosity, fear of sin or moral failure)
Symmetry/“Just Right” OCD (needing things to feel perfect or balanced)
Intrusive Sexual Thoughts (unwanted taboo thoughts, POCD)
Sensorimotor OCD (hyper-focus on breathing, blinking, or bodily sensations)
Health Anxiety/Illness OCD (fears about serious medical conditions)
Fears and Phobias
Fear of Flying (Aviophobia) Treatment
Fear of Driving (Driving Anxiety Therapy)
Agoraphobia (Fear of Leaving Home or Public Places)
Fear of Heights (Acrophobia Therapy)
Fear of Needles or Blood (Trypanophobia Treatment)
Fear of Public Speaking (Glossophobia Treatment)
Fear of Germs or Contamination
Animal Phobias (Spiders, Dogs, Insects, Snakes)
Claustrophobia (Fear of Small Spaces)
Childhood Anxiety Treatment
Specific Phobias in Children (e.g., fear of the dark, fear of animals)
Social Anxiety in Kids (fear of parties, school, other kids)
Childhood OCD (germs, intrusive thoughts, obsessions, other)
Separation Anxiety Disorder (difficulty going to school or bedtime)
Generalized Anxiety in Children (constant worry, low-level fear)
Panic Symptoms in Kids (pacing, racing heart, school panic attacks)
School Refusal & Anxiety (reluctance or refusal to attend school)
Somatic Anxiety Symptoms (stomachaches, headaches, tummy fears)
Selective Mutism & Social Withdrawal
Child Feelings of Overwhelming Fear or Worry
Payton incorporates evidence-based practices including
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
