Optum Psychiatrists in 80124
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I am proud of you for taking this step to improve your mental health and well-being. As your provider, I am here to listen to you and understand your goals. I encourage you to be an active participant in your treatment, and together we can create an individualized treatment plan to include a combination of medications, therapy, and other interventions to address your specific needs.
I am proud of you for taking this step to improve your mental health and well-being. As your provider, I am here to listen to you and understand your goals. I encourage you to be an active participant in your treatment, and together we can create an individualized treatment plan to include a combination of medications, therapy, and other interventions to address your specific needs.
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Welcome! My goal as your psychiatric provider is to listen to your goals and help you achieve them. I specialize in treating ADHD (ADHD-CCSP certified), anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma, depression, bipolar disorders, binge eating disorder, and OCD. I believe in a partnership approach that emphasizes education, open communication, and meeting each individual where they are in their personal journey. Whether it is medication management, therapy, or a combination of the two, one size does not fit all.
Welcome! My goal as your psychiatric provider is to listen to your goals and help you achieve them. I specialize in treating ADHD (ADHD-CCSP certified), anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma, depression, bipolar disorders, binge eating disorder, and OCD. I believe in a partnership approach that emphasizes education, open communication, and meeting each individual where they are in their personal journey. Whether it is medication management, therapy, or a combination of the two, one size does not fit all.
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My goal is for my sessions with you to be a collaboration in which we together define your goals, discuss your holistic treatment plan, and decide which options fit your needs best. I enjoy incorporating encouragement, self-compassion and self-love, and a bit of laughter into our sessions together. I see both adolescents (13+) and adults. I welcome all, but I especially enjoy working with young adults in times of transition (high school seniors, college students, and young adults entering their post-school lives), patients with OCD and/or social anxiety, and patients in the LGTBQIA+ community.
My goal is for my sessions with you to be a collaboration in which we together define your goals, discuss your holistic treatment plan, and decide which options fit your needs best. I enjoy incorporating encouragement, self-compassion and self-love, and a bit of laughter into our sessions together. I see both adolescents (13+) and adults. I welcome all, but I especially enjoy working with young adults in times of transition (high school seniors, college students, and young adults entering their post-school lives), patients with OCD and/or social anxiety, and patients in the LGTBQIA+ community.
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Carol Dowd
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124
Carol Dowd is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has a passion for helping people in all stages of life. Through her extensive nursing experience, she has gained valuable insights into the unique mental and emotional challenges individuals face. Her empathetic approach and commitment to providing holistic care makes her a trusted ally in promoting mental well-being.
Carol Dowd is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has a passion for helping people in all stages of life. Through her extensive nursing experience, she has gained valuable insights into the unique mental and emotional challenges individuals face. Her empathetic approach and commitment to providing holistic care makes her a trusted ally in promoting mental well-being.
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Alison Schmitt--Larson Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat ages 13+, bringing a holistic approach to patient treatment. I see patients as individuals who've had unique experiences that have shaped them. I identify the root cause of a mental health concern, taking the time to learn about you, to be able to. offer treatment with long term success. I have experience treating ADHD, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and Disordered Eating in addition to other mental health concerns. If you are looking for a new provider, I can help.
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat ages 13+, bringing a holistic approach to patient treatment. I see patients as individuals who've had unique experiences that have shaped them. I identify the root cause of a mental health concern, taking the time to learn about you, to be able to. offer treatment with long term success. I have experience treating ADHD, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and Disordered Eating in addition to other mental health concerns. If you are looking for a new provider, I can help.
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Plus by APN: Interventional Psychiatry & Neurotech
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Lone Tree, CO 80124
We're Plus by APN in Colorado - a team of psychiatry, therapy, and medical providers who have come together to provide real, comprehensive, interventional care for your mental health and well-being. Traditional psychiatry involves diagnosis and medication management. And we certainly do those. But at Plus by APN, we also provide in-depth psychiatric assessments to help you determine the best comprehensive treatment plan for your needs - whether that be therapy, medication, Deep TMS, ketamine-assisted healing, brain mapping, neurofeedback, stellate ganglion block (SGB) or some combination of the above.
We're Plus by APN in Colorado - a team of psychiatry, therapy, and medical providers who have come together to provide real, comprehensive, interventional care for your mental health and well-being. Traditional psychiatry involves diagnosis and medication management. And we certainly do those. But at Plus by APN, we also provide in-depth psychiatric assessments to help you determine the best comprehensive treatment plan for your needs - whether that be therapy, medication, Deep TMS, ketamine-assisted healing, brain mapping, neurofeedback, stellate ganglion block (SGB) or some combination of the above.
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Experiencing intense highs or lows? Do you ever have moments of both high energy and intense sadness or agitation at the same time? Feeling these emotions can be overwhelming, but don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether it's moments of euphoria or deep sadness, or even when both seem to collide, know that there's hope for improvement. With the right guidance and support, things can get better.
Experiencing intense highs or lows? Do you ever have moments of both high energy and intense sadness or agitation at the same time? Feeling these emotions can be overwhelming, but don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether it's moments of euphoria or deep sadness, or even when both seem to collide, know that there's hope for improvement. With the right guidance and support, things can get better.
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Heather Ford
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124 (Online Only)
With backgrounds in both conventional and alternative therapies, I love personalizing care to your individual mental health needs. Your symptoms are often rooted in a deeper cause (or causes) that require considering your mind, body, daily habits and relationships. I specialize in working with adults 18 and older who want to go beyond just 'a pill for every ill' worldview and incorporate lifestyle changes, hormone optimization and effective supplement regimes. Appointments Online -Lunch Time and After Work or After Class Options Available! With
With backgrounds in both conventional and alternative therapies, I love personalizing care to your individual mental health needs. Your symptoms are often rooted in a deeper cause (or causes) that require considering your mind, body, daily habits and relationships. I specialize in working with adults 18 and older who want to go beyond just 'a pill for every ill' worldview and incorporate lifestyle changes, hormone optimization and effective supplement regimes. Appointments Online -Lunch Time and After Work or After Class Options Available! With
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Larson Mental Health - Olga Baturenko
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat patients ages 8+ for most psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders, OCD, addiction, psychotic disorders, and trauma-related disorders. I offer an integrative approach to psychiatric treatment that encompasses a mindful selection of psychiatric medication for each patient combined with recommendations for supplements, lifestyle interventions, and appropriate referrals to functional medicine providers, including acupuncturists, chiropractors, and naturopaths.
Accepting New Patients, Book Online: www.larsonmentalhealth.com/scheduling-information. I treat patients ages 8+ for most psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders, OCD, addiction, psychotic disorders, and trauma-related disorders. I offer an integrative approach to psychiatric treatment that encompasses a mindful selection of psychiatric medication for each patient combined with recommendations for supplements, lifestyle interventions, and appropriate referrals to functional medicine providers, including acupuncturists, chiropractors, and naturopaths.
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Are you frustrated with the one-size fits all, rushed approach to mental health care? My name is Kari Underwood and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management for a variety of conditions. With every medication management appointment, I offer compassion, kindness, and collaboration and a guarantee that I will care for you the absolute best I can! Each initial appointment is 60 minutes long, and follow-ups are scheduled for 30 minutes to allow for the time it takes to develop trust and connection, complete a thorough assessment, and educate on your condition and available treatment options.
Are you frustrated with the one-size fits all, rushed approach to mental health care? My name is Kari Underwood and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management for a variety of conditions. With every medication management appointment, I offer compassion, kindness, and collaboration and a guarantee that I will care for you the absolute best I can! Each initial appointment is 60 minutes long, and follow-ups are scheduled for 30 minutes to allow for the time it takes to develop trust and connection, complete a thorough assessment, and educate on your condition and available treatment options.
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Kelly Bergstedt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients with immediate availability! Medicaid and private insurance accepted. I provide medication management for a wide variety of mental health concerns in an environment that is professional, respectful, and empathetic. Seeking help can be intimidating; when I first meet someone, I strive to create a safe environment for each individual to feel heard, supported, and comfortable. I get to know each individual as a whole person with a unique history, life experiences, interests, and goals. My approach to care is always collaborative and flexible, with patients as active participants in their care.
Accepting new clients with immediate availability! Medicaid and private insurance accepted. I provide medication management for a wide variety of mental health concerns in an environment that is professional, respectful, and empathetic. Seeking help can be intimidating; when I first meet someone, I strive to create a safe environment for each individual to feel heard, supported, and comfortable. I get to know each individual as a whole person with a unique history, life experiences, interests, and goals. My approach to care is always collaborative and flexible, with patients as active participants in their care.
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Optum Psychiatrists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy