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)
With genuine interest, trauma-informed care, kindness, therapeutic laughter, & up-to-date research, I will support your path to 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.
With genuine interest, trauma-informed care, kindness, therapeutic laughter, & up-to-date research, I will support your path to 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
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Colorado PsychiatrIc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PsychNP
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80305  (Online Only)
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, addressing, avoiding or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, addressing, avoiding or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
(720) 897-5911 View (720) 897-5911
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Katie Farley
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornton, CO 80229
My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults living with mood disorders (depression & bipolar), anxiety, ADHD, psychosis, and navigating difficult trauma/stressors in life.
Hi there! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have over 13 years of nursing experience and have worked in numerous settings including medical oncology, med surg, surgery, infusion therapy, and nurse navigation. My most recent position before joining Mindful Minds Psychiatry, I worked as a registered nurse on an acute inpatient psychiatric unit where we treated adult patients with various mental health disorders including mood, anxiety, psychotic illnesses, substance use, and disorders requiring acute stabilization.
My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults living with mood disorders (depression & bipolar), anxiety, ADHD, psychosis, and navigating difficult trauma/stressors in life.
Hi there! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have over 13 years of nursing experience and have worked in numerous settings including medical oncology, med surg, surgery, infusion therapy, and nurse navigation. My most recent position before joining Mindful Minds Psychiatry, I worked as a registered nurse on an acute inpatient psychiatric unit where we treated adult patients with various mental health disorders including mood, anxiety, psychotic illnesses, substance use, and disorders requiring acute stabilization.
(720) 637-4091 View (720) 637-4091
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Courtney Hill
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
I have had the opportunity to work with a vast number of mental health diagnoses, including dual diagnosis treatment, eating disorders, and trauma.
Hi! I'm a board-certified, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I focuses on treating patients across the life span, including children and adolescents while working alongside families, parents, and other health professionals. This is essential in forming a treatment plan that follows a holistic approach, with the overall goal of creating a more desirable quality of life. I am easy to talk to and I focus on making sure you are heard. We will brainstorm ideas together, develop a plan, and set goals. I want to make sure each patient receives individualized care and enables trust in the partnership.
I have had the opportunity to work with a vast number of mental health diagnoses, including dual diagnosis treatment, eating disorders, and trauma.
Hi! I'm a board-certified, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I focuses on treating patients across the life span, including children and adolescents while working alongside families, parents, and other health professionals. This is essential in forming a treatment plan that follows a holistic approach, with the overall goal of creating a more desirable quality of life. I am easy to talk to and I focus on making sure you are heard. We will brainstorm ideas together, develop a plan, and set goals. I want to make sure each patient receives individualized care and enables trust in the partnership.
(720) 310-1981 View (720) 310-1981
Photo of Janelle C Aguilon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Janelle C Aguilon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
My expertise spans a broad spectrum of mood, psychotic, neurological, and trauma disorders.
Accepting new patients with short wait times! Battling depression, anxiety, and stress can feel difficult and lonely. As your provider, I'm here to support your healing journey with medication management. Imagine feeling the weight of your mental health problems lifting off your shoulders so that you feel more motivated to take on life; that relief is my goal for you. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to foster hope and relief. Your concerns will be addressed with personalized, high-quality care. I enjoy working together with my clients so rest assured that you will have a voice in the direction of your treatment.
My expertise spans a broad spectrum of mood, psychotic, neurological, and trauma disorders.
Accepting new patients with short wait times! Battling depression, anxiety, and stress can feel difficult and lonely. As your provider, I'm here to support your healing journey with medication management. Imagine feeling the weight of your mental health problems lifting off your shoulders so that you feel more motivated to take on life; that relief is my goal for you. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to foster hope and relief. Your concerns will be addressed with personalized, high-quality care. I enjoy working together with my clients so rest assured that you will have a voice in the direction of your treatment.
(720) 712-3213 View (720) 712-3213
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Mountain Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MS, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I provide focused care for individuals with histories of trauma, queer and transgender folx, athletes, pregnant and postpartum women, and clients diagnosed with bipolar wanting a second opinion.
As a prescriber, I specialize in helping people feel seen and heard, find the way to their goals, help to create a treatment plan to support their goals and determine if medications can be helpful along the way. Trained at UCSF, with more than 20 years of experience working in mental health, and a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I function similar to a psychiatrist. I assess and diagnose mental health conditions and create treatment plans focusing on wellness, therapy, nutritional psychiatry, and prescribe - when appropriate - psychiatric medications for children, adolescents, and adults.
I provide focused care for individuals with histories of trauma, queer and transgender folx, athletes, pregnant and postpartum women, and clients diagnosed with bipolar wanting a second opinion.
As a prescriber, I specialize in helping people feel seen and heard, find the way to their goals, help to create a treatment plan to support their goals and determine if medications can be helpful along the way. Trained at UCSF, with more than 20 years of experience working in mental health, and a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I function similar to a psychiatrist. I assess and diagnose mental health conditions and create treatment plans focusing on wellness, therapy, nutritional psychiatry, and prescribe - when appropriate - psychiatric medications for children, adolescents, and adults.
(415) 799-5965 View (415) 799-5965
Photo of Kim Nguyen, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Kim Nguyen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avon, CO 81620  (Online Only)
I have lived experience with trauma along with the courage to share how it has impacted me as a person and as a psychiatrist.
Accepting New Patients - Intake slots are available within 1-2 weeks (updated 2/29/24). Optimal mental health is the goal, not just the absence of disease. The body, mind, and environment operate as a whole. You can’t treat a symptom without addressing the root cause. Extra time allows me to be thorough, listen to your story without interrupting, and discuss treatment plans in detail. This allows me to provide higher quality care and enables you to feel heard and understood in a way you may never have felt before.
I have lived experience with trauma along with the courage to share how it has impacted me as a person and as a psychiatrist.
Accepting New Patients - Intake slots are available within 1-2 weeks (updated 2/29/24). Optimal mental health is the goal, not just the absence of disease. The body, mind, and environment operate as a whole. You can’t treat a symptom without addressing the root cause. Extra time allows me to be thorough, listen to your story without interrupting, and discuss treatment plans in detail. This allows me to provide higher quality care and enables you to feel heard and understood in a way you may never have felt before.
(970) 236-7839 View (970) 236-7839
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Colorado Psychiatric
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PsychNP, BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, address, avoid or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, address, avoid or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
(719) 359-9859 View (719) 359-9859
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Psychiatric Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PsychNP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, address, avoid or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
Although carefully chosen medications can quickly achieve much needed relief of anxiety, depression, insomnia and trauma symptoms, a thorough evaluation can also identify many opportunities for improvement without medications. The most effective treatment plan may include work-life balance, nutrition and sleep strategies, address, avoid or adapting to triggers, in addition to multiple psychotherapies. When needed, medications with the lowest side effects, easiest to use, most predictably effective & not addictive are recommended. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide which strategies they will use to achieve wellness.
(720) 776-9098 View (720) 776-9098
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Tranquility Behavioral Health Clinic & TMS Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, DNP, PMHNPBC, GNPBC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202
Are you looking for supportive and individualized mental health care? You've come to the right place. At Tranquility Behavioral Health LLC & TMS Center, we strive to provide the highest quality mental health care services. We offer evidence-based treatment options to improve your overall well-being, including Theta-Burst rTMS therapy. We also specialize in treating Veterans with PTSD utilizing our latest Theta-Burst TMS Therapy. Schedule an appointment and let's begin your path to healing today!
Are you looking for supportive and individualized mental health care? You've come to the right place. At Tranquility Behavioral Health LLC & TMS Center, we strive to provide the highest quality mental health care services. We offer evidence-based treatment options to improve your overall well-being, including Theta-Burst rTMS therapy. We also specialize in treating Veterans with PTSD utilizing our latest Theta-Burst TMS Therapy. Schedule an appointment and let's begin your path to healing today!
(832) 353-2271 View (832) 353-2271
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Holistic Mental Health Wellness Inc.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, A, P, N
Verified Verified
Palmer Lake, CO 80133
I am a family board certified APN, & specialize in trauma, as it affects all areas of life, career, relationships etc Unresolved trauma does not have to be the driver of your life.
Ready to delve deep into the root of your struggles? I believe in body, mind, spirit connection & in one's ability to heal. I appreciate the opportunity to be able to have a positive impact in the lives of each person that comes into my life. My goal is to help guide you to understand the problem & not just symptom management, in this way minimizing the amounts of medications, if any, in time. Medications can be part of the puzzle yet not the whole answer. If you are ready to delve into the deepest parts of your being, I can guide you on your life journey with the aim to help you reach your healthiest and highest potential!
I am a family board certified APN, & specialize in trauma, as it affects all areas of life, career, relationships etc Unresolved trauma does not have to be the driver of your life.
Ready to delve deep into the root of your struggles? I believe in body, mind, spirit connection & in one's ability to heal. I appreciate the opportunity to be able to have a positive impact in the lives of each person that comes into my life. My goal is to help guide you to understand the problem & not just symptom management, in this way minimizing the amounts of medications, if any, in time. Medications can be part of the puzzle yet not the whole answer. If you are ready to delve into the deepest parts of your being, I can guide you on your life journey with the aim to help you reach your healthiest and highest potential!
(847) 380-8777 View (847) 380-8777
Photo of Kim Nguyen, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Kim Nguyen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
I have lived experience with trauma along with the courage to share how it has impacted me as a person and as a psychiatrist.
Accepting New Patients - Intake slots are available within 1-2 weeks (updated 2/29/24). Optimal mental health is the goal, not just the absence of disease. The body, mind, and environment operate as a whole. You can’t treat a symptom without addressing the root cause. Extra time allows me to be thorough, listen to your story without interrupting, and discuss treatment plans in detail. This allows me to provide higher quality care and enables you to feel heard and understood in a way you may never have felt before.
I have lived experience with trauma along with the courage to share how it has impacted me as a person and as a psychiatrist.
Accepting New Patients - Intake slots are available within 1-2 weeks (updated 2/29/24). Optimal mental health is the goal, not just the absence of disease. The body, mind, and environment operate as a whole. You can’t treat a symptom without addressing the root cause. Extra time allows me to be thorough, listen to your story without interrupting, and discuss treatment plans in detail. This allows me to provide higher quality care and enables you to feel heard and understood in a way you may never have felt before.
(808) 207-9145 View (808) 207-9145
Photo of Shamim Namakula--Larson Mental Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Shamim Namakula--Larson Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80303
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat patients ages 8 and up experiencing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, disordered eating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, trauma, life transitions, grief, stressor-related disorders and so many more. I will listen to you and we will work together to find an individualized treatment plan to meet your specific needs. I apply an integrative approach that could include medication management, psychoeducation, nutrition, and complementary therapies.
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat patients ages 8 and up experiencing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, disordered eating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, trauma, life transitions, grief, stressor-related disorders and so many more. I will listen to you and we will work together to find an individualized treatment plan to meet your specific needs. I apply an integrative approach that could include medication management, psychoeducation, nutrition, and complementary therapies.
(720) 807-1474 View (720) 807-1474
Photo of Briana Haight, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Briana Haight
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Parker, CO 80134
*Accepting New Clients* Hello, I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide treatment including medication management for all age ranges from childhood onward. Specializing in mental health allows me to provide excellent care for problems involving depression, sleep, anxiety, attention/concentration, mood disorders including bipolar and schizophrenia, trauma, addictions, behavioral issues and any emotional disturbances that may be experienced. I am conservative in my prescribing practices and prefer frequent follow ups.
*Accepting New Clients* Hello, I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide treatment including medication management for all age ranges from childhood onward. Specializing in mental health allows me to provide excellent care for problems involving depression, sleep, anxiety, attention/concentration, mood disorders including bipolar and schizophrenia, trauma, addictions, behavioral issues and any emotional disturbances that may be experienced. I am conservative in my prescribing practices and prefer frequent follow ups.
(720) 943-0396 View (720) 943-0396
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Tangled Minds, Integrative Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, SANE
Verified Verified
Parker, CO 80134
Some of the things I can help you with include, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
My name is Pam Collins and I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. I am a Holistic Wellness Practitioner with certifications in several different modalities which allows me to integrate holistic and complementary approaches in your care. I treat the whole person not just a piece. I perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, prescribe medications and provide individual therapy. I listen to my clients and together we decide what the best options will be for you. I provide compassionate care in both an office setting and video conferencing for ages 6 years and up.
Some of the things I can help you with include, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
My name is Pam Collins and I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. I am a Holistic Wellness Practitioner with certifications in several different modalities which allows me to integrate holistic and complementary approaches in your care. I treat the whole person not just a piece. I perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, prescribe medications and provide individual therapy. I listen to my clients and together we decide what the best options will be for you. I provide compassionate care in both an office setting and video conferencing for ages 6 years and up.
(844) 335-3612 View (844) 335-3612
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 Lorrie Day--Larson Mental Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Lorrie Day--Larson Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
My 27-year nursing career includes emergency, trauma, and forensic nursing including valuable experience in mental health triage, assessment, and crisis stabilization of both pediatric and adult populations.
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat ages 8+ for concerns including but not limited to ADHD, depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, disordered eating, grief, self harm, school issues, and addiction. I am passionate about issues surrounding diversity, mental health disparities, and ending stigma. I believe that each person is a unique individual who possesses the resources to partner in the decision-making process and recovery journey. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe and accepted. We will create a treatment plan tailored to your personal needs and goals.
My 27-year nursing career includes emergency, trauma, and forensic nursing including valuable experience in mental health triage, assessment, and crisis stabilization of both pediatric and adult populations.
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat ages 8+ for concerns including but not limited to ADHD, depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, disordered eating, grief, self harm, school issues, and addiction. I am passionate about issues surrounding diversity, mental health disparities, and ending stigma. I believe that each person is a unique individual who possesses the resources to partner in the decision-making process and recovery journey. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe and accepted. We will create a treatment plan tailored to your personal needs and goals.
(970) 360-3530 View (970) 360-3530
Photo of Melanie Walker, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Melanie Walker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Melanie’s approach to care is rooted in the understanding that each person is a holistic being, with interconnected mind, body, and spirit. Her practice revolves around providing compassionate care to individuals across the lifespan facing various psychiatric disorders, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. Leveraging evidence-based practices, medication management, and lifestyle interventions, she tailors her care to meet each individual’s specific needs. With a background in emergency medicine and psychiatric care, Melanie possesses a deep understanding of the complex interplay between physical and mental health.
Melanie’s approach to care is rooted in the understanding that each person is a holistic being, with interconnected mind, body, and spirit. Her practice revolves around providing compassionate care to individuals across the lifespan facing various psychiatric disorders, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. Leveraging evidence-based practices, medication management, and lifestyle interventions, she tailors her care to meet each individual’s specific needs. With a background in emergency medicine and psychiatric care, Melanie possesses a deep understanding of the complex interplay between physical and mental health.
(970) 221-1106 View (970) 221-1106
Photo of Brian Watkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Brian Watkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Accepting new clients! I provide evaluations and medication management services for clients aged 15 and above. My practice covers a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders (including Bipolar), sleep disorders, addictions, PTSD, ADHD, and dysfunctional personality traits. In my practice, I have several areas of special interest. I specialize in helping clients gradually taper off benzodiazepines, tailoring the process to their individual comfort and needs. I also prioritize assisting individuals in managing insomnia primarily through therapy, aiming to minimize the reliance on medications.
Accepting new clients! I provide evaluations and medication management services for clients aged 15 and above. My practice covers a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders (including Bipolar), sleep disorders, addictions, PTSD, ADHD, and dysfunctional personality traits. In my practice, I have several areas of special interest. I specialize in helping clients gradually taper off benzodiazepines, tailoring the process to their individual comfort and needs. I also prioritize assisting individuals in managing insomnia primarily through therapy, aiming to minimize the reliance on medications.
(719) 212-9811 View (719) 212-9811
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Robert Benge
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80309  (Online Only)
I provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.
Updated March 26, 2024 : Follow this link to schedule an appointment with me: www.sondermind.com/providers/lpgr0ucg/robert-benge
I provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.
Updated March 26, 2024 : Follow this link to schedule an appointment with me: www.sondermind.com/providers/lpgr0ucg/robert-benge
(720) 796-4624 View (720) 796-4624
Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.