Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who specialize in the mental health care of individuals. They are trained to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of mental health conditions. Our providers are board certified to provide care for individuals across the lifespan, including children and adolescents. PMHNPs are known for their compassion, empathy, integrity, respect for human dignity, excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, along with a strong commitment to patient safety and continuous learning. Our providers have the experience and knowledge to rule out other non-psychiatric conditions and provide appropriate referrals. Our approach to patients is from a whole person perspective, which is a goal-aligned, relationship-based approach to treatment. We address a patient’s needs holistically by assessing physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being, rather than just focusing on a specific illness or condition. Here’s a breakdown of what we do:

  1. Assessment and Diagnosis: PMHNPs perform thorough mental health assessments, which can include interviewing patients, observing their behavior, and reviewing their medical history. Based on their findings, they diagnose mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more.
  2. Treatment and Medication Management: PMHNPs prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, stimulants, and mood stabilizers, to help manage mental health conditions. They also monitor side effects, adjust dosages, and ensure the treatment is effective.
  3. Psychotherapy and Counseling: Many PMHNPs are trained to provide psychotherapy (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT), helping patients develop coping strategies, manage stress, and improve emotional well-being. They might offer individual therapy, group therapy, or family counseling.
  4. Collaboration with Other Providers: PMHNPs often work as part of a team with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists, and primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
  5. Education and Support: They educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and how to manage symptoms. This can also include offering guidance on lifestyle changes, such as improving sleep hygiene or incorporating relaxation techniques.

In short, PMHNPs play a crucial role in providing accessible, high-quality mental health care. They blend clinical knowledge, psychotherapy skills, and medication management to support individuals in managing mental health conditions and improving their overall well-being. We strongly believe that all individuals should have access to high quality mental health care and that is why we accept Colorado Medicaid. So, if you are ready to take the next step in your journey, give us a call today to schedule an appointment.

Our Core Values

Respect

We treat all individuals with the utmost dignity and respect. We value your trust in our care and we know and do what is right at all times.

Collaboration

We take an integrative approach and work with your family, community, and healthcare team to set goals, prioritize, and provide quality care.

Empathy

We possess an inner desire to positively impact the lives of others through kindness, empathy, generosity, and acceptance.

Caring

We genuinely take the time to listen, understand, and work alongside with you to achieve your goals in a timely and professional manner.

Hope

We believe that everyone with the right help can live a fulfilling life. To learn more, please call our office at (719) 495-3359.

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What is Telehealth?

Telehealth is the use of electronic communication and telecommunication technologies, such as computers and mobile devices, to access health care remotely. If you have a phone or device with internet access you have everything needed to get mental health services through telehealth.

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