Photo of Bellbird Wellness, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Bellbird Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MBA, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80909  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Holly Werstein, and I would love to work together. This quote speaks to my philosophy of care, “Emotional pain is not something that should be hidden away and never spoken about. There is truth in your pain, there is growth in your pain, but only if it’s first brought out into the open.” — Steven Aitchison. With a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication services, and/or psychotropic genetic testing, we will design your path to emotional relief and healing.
Hi! My name is Holly Werstein, and I would love to work together. This quote speaks to my philosophy of care, “Emotional pain is not something that should be hidden away and never spoken about. There is truth in your pain, there is growth in your pain, but only if it’s first brought out into the open.” — Steven Aitchison. With a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication services, and/or psychotropic genetic testing, we will design your path to emotional relief and healing.
(719) 851-5647 View (719) 851-5647
Photo of Dean Joel Gainey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Dean Joel Gainey
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919  (Online Only)
I typically work with clients navigating complex emotions or struggling with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or mood disorders. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. Their needs often include a desire for understanding, compassion, evidence-based treatments, and strategies for healing and growth. Their goals might encompass achieving stability, resilience, personal growth, and holistic well-being. They seek quality care and therapeutic relationships that resonate with their unique circumstances.
I typically work with clients navigating complex emotions or struggling with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or mood disorders. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. Their needs often include a desire for understanding, compassion, evidence-based treatments, and strategies for healing and growth. Their goals might encompass achieving stability, resilience, personal growth, and holistic well-being. They seek quality care and therapeutic relationships that resonate with their unique circumstances.
(720) 704-2622 View (720) 704-2622
Photo of Bailie Cronin, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Bailie Cronin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MS, APRN-BC, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80216
Your mental health doesn’t make up the entirety of who you are. Whether you’ve been navigating a life transition, recently experienced a traumatic event, or are simply exhausted from trying so hard. You want to feel like yourself again. You’re as motivated to help yourself as we are committed to caring for you. We support you with short-term treatment plans because we know you don’t want to be on medication forever. We don’t just prescribe prescriptions — we’re here to combine test results and cutting-edge treatment modalities with creating balance using the basics of self-care and removing barriers to getting support.
Your mental health doesn’t make up the entirety of who you are. Whether you’ve been navigating a life transition, recently experienced a traumatic event, or are simply exhausted from trying so hard. You want to feel like yourself again. You’re as motivated to help yourself as we are committed to caring for you. We support you with short-term treatment plans because we know you don’t want to be on medication forever. We don’t just prescribe prescriptions — we’re here to combine test results and cutting-edge treatment modalities with creating balance using the basics of self-care and removing barriers to getting support.
(720) 613-5562 View (720) 613-5562
Photo of Dr. Harris Jensen, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Dr. Harris Jensen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I offer both in-person and virtual visits. I am a unique provider for you in several ways. I have 25 years experience! I offer medication and psychotherapy visits. Also, I am an author and give all new patients a signed copy of my Amazon bestseller, "Prescription For Positivity." It focuses on stress management strategies. I am honored to help people with some of their deepest needs. I reach out to people who have depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addiction issues. They are feeling stuck. They can't make progress in their life, or there is great personal distress. In any case, I am here to help!
I offer both in-person and virtual visits. I am a unique provider for you in several ways. I have 25 years experience! I offer medication and psychotherapy visits. Also, I am an author and give all new patients a signed copy of my Amazon bestseller, "Prescription For Positivity." It focuses on stress management strategies. I am honored to help people with some of their deepest needs. I reach out to people who have depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addiction issues. They are feeling stuck. They can't make progress in their life, or there is great personal distress. In any case, I am here to help!
(970) 445-1311 View (970) 445-1311
Photo of Syretta McGraw, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Syretta McGraw
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ms. McGraw has worked in the field of nursing for 23 years in a variety of settings which gives her the competence for a well-rounded approach to treatment. She holds a Master’s degree in Nursing and is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She is proficient in outpatient behavioral health for adults and seniors, civilians, military dependents, retirees, and the LGBTQI+ population. She believes in treating the whole person in order to achieve a holistic approach to care.
Ms. McGraw has worked in the field of nursing for 23 years in a variety of settings which gives her the competence for a well-rounded approach to treatment. She holds a Master’s degree in Nursing and is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She is proficient in outpatient behavioral health for adults and seniors, civilians, military dependents, retirees, and the LGBTQI+ population. She believes in treating the whole person in order to achieve a holistic approach to care.
(719) 738-8859 View (719) 738-8859
Photo of Susan Joshua, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Susan Joshua
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80224  (Online Only)
Welcome. I am Susan Joshua MD, a psychiatrist who cares about your needs. I have 35 years experience in the field of adult psychiatry. I bring my skills and expertise, with an open heart, to help you with your current challenges and choices. We will use a comprehensive, integrative and holistic approach. An environment of care, support, and partnership will be created in order to assist you on your journey through challenging and chaotic times. We start with what needs attention today to address your immediate needs and goals. In doing so we will assess medication needs, therapy focus and lifestyle choices.
Welcome. I am Susan Joshua MD, a psychiatrist who cares about your needs. I have 35 years experience in the field of adult psychiatry. I bring my skills and expertise, with an open heart, to help you with your current challenges and choices. We will use a comprehensive, integrative and holistic approach. An environment of care, support, and partnership will be created in order to assist you on your journey through challenging and chaotic times. We start with what needs attention today to address your immediate needs and goals. In doing so we will assess medication needs, therapy focus and lifestyle choices.
(303) 529-9461 View (303) 529-9461
Photo of Neil Wilkey, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Neil Wilkey
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
I have had the privilege of working with patients for the last 20 years struggling with psychiatric problems. I am living in Colorado since 2019 and l am licensed in Colorado and California. For 10 years I was working overseas treating patients from all over the world. Many patients suffered for years with an awareness that things were sub-optimal only to realize, after receiving care, that they could have felt better long before if they had sought professional help. Optimal care entails knowing that your provider is an expert, that they care about you as a person, and maintaining continuity over time to achieve results.
I have had the privilege of working with patients for the last 20 years struggling with psychiatric problems. I am living in Colorado since 2019 and l am licensed in Colorado and California. For 10 years I was working overseas treating patients from all over the world. Many patients suffered for years with an awareness that things were sub-optimal only to realize, after receiving care, that they could have felt better long before if they had sought professional help. Optimal care entails knowing that your provider is an expert, that they care about you as a person, and maintaining continuity over time to achieve results.
(719) 454-8458 View (719) 454-8458
Photo of Peak Interactive Wellness, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Peak Interactive Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80216
At Peak Interactive Wellness, we aren't your typical psychiatric providers. We take a humanistic and positive psychiatry approach. We make medication decisions with you, not for you. We provide alternative treatment options and therapies including nutraceuticals. We work closely with other members of your health care team to form a collaborative approach to your treatment. We can provide referrals to therapists, nutrition experts, crisis services, and more. We plan for timely follow ups and offer in-person or telehealth follow ups at convenient times during the day.  Visit us at www.peakinteractivewellness.com for more information.
At Peak Interactive Wellness, we aren't your typical psychiatric providers. We take a humanistic and positive psychiatry approach. We make medication decisions with you, not for you. We provide alternative treatment options and therapies including nutraceuticals. We work closely with other members of your health care team to form a collaborative approach to your treatment. We can provide referrals to therapists, nutrition experts, crisis services, and more. We plan for timely follow ups and offer in-person or telehealth follow ups at convenient times during the day.  Visit us at www.peakinteractivewellness.com for more information.
(720) 713-7418 View (720) 713-7418
Photo of TLCCounseling, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
TLCCounseling
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, CS
Verified Verified
Broomfield, CO 80020
I know this is a difficult step to see a counselor. But try to forget the stigma. Everyone needs help now and then and it takes courage to reach out and connect. It's wired in you to need others during difficult times, and sometimes it's too much for a friend or a spouse to sort through things with you. I work with you to set practical goals, work toward them, and when you've reached them you can either wrap up your sessions with me, or set new goals. We only do what feels safe and right for you. I want to come along side you to get to the root of your concerns, and I give you tools to practice in between sessions.
I know this is a difficult step to see a counselor. But try to forget the stigma. Everyone needs help now and then and it takes courage to reach out and connect. It's wired in you to need others during difficult times, and sometimes it's too much for a friend or a spouse to sort through things with you. I work with you to set practical goals, work toward them, and when you've reached them you can either wrap up your sessions with me, or set new goals. We only do what feels safe and right for you. I want to come along side you to get to the root of your concerns, and I give you tools to practice in between sessions.
(720) 706-3424 View (720) 706-3424
Photo of Thriveworks Counseling, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Thriveworks Counseling
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, RXN
Verified Verified
Westminster, CO 80031  (Online Only)
We have a group of 22 great Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Psychologists that can see you tomorrow! Our counselors offer a wide range of specialties, and therapeutic styles. Thriveworks believes that the best time to seek counseling is right now. For this reason, we decided that our offices would not operate on a waiting list. Instead, we do the best we can to get you scheduled in the next 24 hours
We have a group of 22 great Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Psychologists that can see you tomorrow! Our counselors offer a wide range of specialties, and therapeutic styles. Thriveworks believes that the best time to seek counseling is right now. For this reason, we decided that our offices would not operate on a waiting list. Instead, we do the best we can to get you scheduled in the next 24 hours
(303) 945-3264 View (303) 945-3264
Photo of Sarah Barrett, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Sarah Barrett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920  (Online Only)
Insurance and self pay appointments available within a few days. Sarah is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She works primarily with women and teens. She specializes in maternal mental health and the unique challenges women face at different life stages. She has an understanding of issues related to preconception, pregnancy, infertility, loss, and adjusting to parenting. She provides medication management and/or therapy via telehealth.
Insurance and self pay appointments available within a few days. Sarah is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She works primarily with women and teens. She specializes in maternal mental health and the unique challenges women face at different life stages. She has an understanding of issues related to preconception, pregnancy, infertility, loss, and adjusting to parenting. She provides medication management and/or therapy via telehealth.
(719) 356-3634 View (719) 356-3634
Photo of Nichole Thorne, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Nichole Thorne
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
I am a dual certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been a NP for over 8 years and a RN for 18 years. I have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree in Nurse Administration/Leadership, a Post-Master’s Certificate as a FNP, and Post Master's Certificate as a Psychiatric Mental Health NP. I have a passion for teaching others about health and wellness and incorporate functional/integrative medicine with each patient interaction. I work with patients providing them tools and skills necessary in their personal life which enables them to live a healthier life.
I am a dual certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been a NP for over 8 years and a RN for 18 years. I have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree in Nurse Administration/Leadership, a Post-Master’s Certificate as a FNP, and Post Master's Certificate as a Psychiatric Mental Health NP. I have a passion for teaching others about health and wellness and incorporate functional/integrative medicine with each patient interaction. I work with patients providing them tools and skills necessary in their personal life which enables them to live a healthier life.
(213) 423-4292 View (213) 423-4292
Photo of Christopher T Clancy, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Christopher T Clancy
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
My mission is to provide wise, thoughtful, and meaningful care that will serve my patients to the best of my ability, always endeavoring to promote health, a sense of contentment, and joy whenever possible. Investigation and discovery were a part of my childhood and are integral to my person. The scope and content of my vision is directly a result of continuous exploration and desire to reflect on experience. My curiosity about the world and its people has been nourished by a liberal arts education and playing Division I Ice Hockey at Dartmouth, by extensive travel, and by working in a multitude of cross cultural clinical settings
My mission is to provide wise, thoughtful, and meaningful care that will serve my patients to the best of my ability, always endeavoring to promote health, a sense of contentment, and joy whenever possible. Investigation and discovery were a part of my childhood and are integral to my person. The scope and content of my vision is directly a result of continuous exploration and desire to reflect on experience. My curiosity about the world and its people has been nourished by a liberal arts education and playing Division I Ice Hockey at Dartmouth, by extensive travel, and by working in a multitude of cross cultural clinical settings
(505) 657-2768 View (505) 657-2768
Photo of Dr. Rodolfo Aguilar, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Dr. Rodolfo Aguilar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, MSN, PMHNPBC, APRN
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80002  (Online Only)
Fully licensed in AZ, CO, FL, HI, NM, IL, OR, & WA. GO TO: growtherapy.com/provider/a8dr11m4etff/aguilar My ideal clients seek to clarify how psychiatric medications may or may not help improve their quality of life. We team up to achieve this common goal. I share accurate, updated, evidence-based information to manage experienced symptoms. We don't believe in magic pills but we know pills can help. My ideal clients seek wellness, not just repair sickness, and are ready to sustain lifestyle changes and healthy habits.
Fully licensed in AZ, CO, FL, HI, NM, IL, OR, & WA. GO TO: growtherapy.com/provider/a8dr11m4etff/aguilar My ideal clients seek to clarify how psychiatric medications may or may not help improve their quality of life. We team up to achieve this common goal. I share accurate, updated, evidence-based information to manage experienced symptoms. We don't believe in magic pills but we know pills can help. My ideal clients seek wellness, not just repair sickness, and are ready to sustain lifestyle changes and healthy habits.
(480) 999-6179 View (480) 999-6179
Photo of Nesrin Abu Ata, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Nesrin Abu Ata
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
We all tend to seek help when what we are doing is no longer working, or we feel stuck , dissatisfied or our life is out of control, or someone we care about says that we should get help. I view these pivotal moments as potential moments of alchemy, if we are willing to be mindful with what is, staying with our experience and working through it. Remaining mindFUL allows the experience to teach us what we are supposed to learn, if we are open to it. I am here to support you as you go through your journey, face your challenges, identify patterns with you that keep you feel stuck so that you can be more free to be your best self.
We all tend to seek help when what we are doing is no longer working, or we feel stuck , dissatisfied or our life is out of control, or someone we care about says that we should get help. I view these pivotal moments as potential moments of alchemy, if we are willing to be mindful with what is, staying with our experience and working through it. Remaining mindFUL allows the experience to teach us what we are supposed to learn, if we are open to it. I am here to support you as you go through your journey, face your challenges, identify patterns with you that keep you feel stuck so that you can be more free to be your best self.
(712) 481-9529 View (712) 481-9529
Narrative Psychiatrists

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.