Psychiatrists in 80923
Hello! I am a board-certified Physician Assistant and having been working in Psychiatry since the beginning of 2022.
Hello! I am a board-certified Physician Assistant and having been working in Psychiatry since the beginning of 2022.
I have always had a passion for helping people with mental health issues. I received my first bachelor's degree in social work at Brigham Young University. A few years later I received my second bachelor's degree in nursing at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. I working for a few years as a registered nurse with most of my time spent working as a psychiatric nurse. I then received my master's degree as a family nurse practitioner from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and then went on to get a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner post master's certification.
I have always had a passion for helping people with mental health issues. I received my first bachelor's degree in social work at Brigham Young University. A few years later I received my second bachelor's degree in nursing at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. I working for a few years as a registered nurse with most of my time spent working as a psychiatric nurse. I then received my master's degree as a family nurse practitioner from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and then went on to get a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner post master's certification.
If you're seeking adult psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, palliative medicine, or end-of-life care, Kristina can help you find relief and comfort. Kristina graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed a Transitional Internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Oakland in Pontiac, Michigan, and Psychiatry Residency training at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Michigan. During her residency training, she held multiple professional leadership positions, including ethics committee consultant, associate chief resident, and chief resident.
If you're seeking adult psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, palliative medicine, or end-of-life care, Kristina can help you find relief and comfort. Kristina graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed a Transitional Internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Oakland in Pontiac, Michigan, and Psychiatry Residency training at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Michigan. During her residency training, she held multiple professional leadership positions, including ethics committee consultant, associate chief resident, and chief resident.
Ashley invites you into a healing space that is calming and comfortable. When you meet with her, you’ll meet with a provider who’s passionate about helping you to achieve your goals through a therapeutic relationship that emphasizes listening, collaboration, empathy, and trust. She utilizes a holistic and collaborative approach when treating patients, and believes that the whole person must be considered for healing to occur. She has experience diagnosing and managing many psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and substance abuse.
Ashley invites you into a healing space that is calming and comfortable. When you meet with her, you’ll meet with a provider who’s passionate about helping you to achieve your goals through a therapeutic relationship that emphasizes listening, collaboration, empathy, and trust. She utilizes a holistic and collaborative approach when treating patients, and believes that the whole person must be considered for healing to occur. She has experience diagnosing and managing many psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and substance abuse.
Dailyn Somoza Menendez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Dailyn Somoza Menendez is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado. She has a Master's Degree in Nursing, specializing in Psychiatric care across the life span, from Colorado State University. Dailyn believes in cultural-sensitive centered care. Her holistic approach utilizes conventional medicine in combination with supplements and alternative and complementary methods. She aids in lifestyle modifications to help patients achieve their ultimate goals. In her spare time, Dailyn enjoys gardening, traveling, going to the beach, and spending quality time with family.
Dailyn Somoza Menendez is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado. She has a Master's Degree in Nursing, specializing in Psychiatric care across the life span, from Colorado State University. Dailyn believes in cultural-sensitive centered care. Her holistic approach utilizes conventional medicine in combination with supplements and alternative and complementary methods. She aids in lifestyle modifications to help patients achieve their ultimate goals. In her spare time, Dailyn enjoys gardening, traveling, going to the beach, and spending quality time with family.
Jennifer Huskinson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Jennifer is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has an extensive nursing career that transitioned into psychiatry in 2018 when she realized her passion for helping individuals with mental health concerns and substance abuse. She has diagnosed, treated and managed all major psychiatric disorders and varieties of mental illness and addiction. She prefers an integrative approach that not only includes medication management but non-pharmacological methods, such as nutrition, complimentary alternative modalities and therapy.
Jennifer is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has an extensive nursing career that transitioned into psychiatry in 2018 when she realized her passion for helping individuals with mental health concerns and substance abuse. She has diagnosed, treated and managed all major psychiatric disorders and varieties of mental illness and addiction. She prefers an integrative approach that not only includes medication management but non-pharmacological methods, such as nutrition, complimentary alternative modalities and therapy.
Alison Shapiro is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado who has been practicing since 2014. She has an MSN from Colorado State University with a focus in psychiatry. Alison's prescribes psychiatric medications and provides therapy in a holistic, accepting atmosphere. Her practice centers on working collaboratively with each individual in assisting, guiding and joining patients on a pathway to greater overall health and wellness In her free time, Alison enjoys traveling, kayaking, reading, and cooking.
Alison Shapiro is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado who has been practicing since 2014. She has an MSN from Colorado State University with a focus in psychiatry. Alison's prescribes psychiatric medications and provides therapy in a holistic, accepting atmosphere. Her practice centers on working collaboratively with each individual in assisting, guiding and joining patients on a pathway to greater overall health and wellness In her free time, Alison enjoys traveling, kayaking, reading, and cooking.
Dr. Brandon Baker is a Psychiatrist in Colorado who has been practicing since 2018. He graduated from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Baker believes every person does the best they can with the knowledge, tools, and perceptions they have available at the moment. He feels it is the job of those in mental health to help enlighten people and equip them to be their best selves.
Dr. Brandon Baker is a Psychiatrist in Colorado who has been practicing since 2018. He graduated from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Baker believes every person does the best they can with the knowledge, tools, and perceptions they have available at the moment. He feels it is the job of those in mental health to help enlighten people and equip them to be their best selves.
I have always believed in the importance of understanding each patient as a whole person, evaluating both physical and emotional health needs. I know the importance of talking with my patients, becoming aware of them as individuals in the context of their family and their community. This overall approach allows me to determine how various therapy options can help relieve symptoms. I have studied the role of psychotherapy and/or medication therapy for providing the best benefit.
I have always believed in the importance of understanding each patient as a whole person, evaluating both physical and emotional health needs. I know the importance of talking with my patients, becoming aware of them as individuals in the context of their family and their community. This overall approach allows me to determine how various therapy options can help relieve symptoms. I have studied the role of psychotherapy and/or medication therapy for providing the best benefit.
I have been working in the medical field for 29 years and most of that time was spent in the mental health realm. I have now been a mental health provider for 3 years. Moved to Colorado with my husband, son, and one fur baby a few years ago and love it here. My husband is retired military which does give me a lot of perspectives when dealing with military families and their particular life situations. I also specialize in the LGBTQ+ community along with Dementia and Alzheimers. In my time off we have started traveling a lot more and seeing fascinating parts of the world while learning more about ourselves as citizens of the world.
I have been working in the medical field for 29 years and most of that time was spent in the mental health realm. I have now been a mental health provider for 3 years. Moved to Colorado with my husband, son, and one fur baby a few years ago and love it here. My husband is retired military which does give me a lot of perspectives when dealing with military families and their particular life situations. I also specialize in the LGBTQ+ community along with Dementia and Alzheimers. In my time off we have started traveling a lot more and seeing fascinating parts of the world while learning more about ourselves as citizens of the world.
Austin Kopas, PMHNP-BC, is a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in mood disorders like depression, bipolar, anxiety, ADHD, and schizophrenia-type disorders. Before completed his psychiatric nursing graduate degree in 2020, he worked for 5 years in a trauma intensive care unit treating victims after events like car crashes and gunshot wounds. Austin is inclusive of all patients and is passionate about making them feel safe, informed, and comfortable when discussing their care.
Austin Kopas, PMHNP-BC, is a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in mood disorders like depression, bipolar, anxiety, ADHD, and schizophrenia-type disorders. Before completed his psychiatric nursing graduate degree in 2020, he worked for 5 years in a trauma intensive care unit treating victims after events like car crashes and gunshot wounds. Austin is inclusive of all patients and is passionate about making them feel safe, informed, and comfortable when discussing their care.
Jessica Courtney is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Colorado State University, Pueblo with Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatry. When you meet with Jessica, you'll meet with a caring provider who has an innate ability to help you feel at ease while overcoming fears regarding life changes and mental health concerns. She'll welcome you into a collaborative atmosphere, where she'll help you understand what is going on inside your body and how exactly the medication she may prescribe will affect it.
Jessica Courtney is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Colorado State University, Pueblo with Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatry. When you meet with Jessica, you'll meet with a caring provider who has an innate ability to help you feel at ease while overcoming fears regarding life changes and mental health concerns. She'll welcome you into a collaborative atmosphere, where she'll help you understand what is going on inside your body and how exactly the medication she may prescribe will affect it.
Mindfulness Psychiatry, PLLC, Tracy Tyler
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Accepting New Patients for medication management of adult Colorado residents! Immediate Availability! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, specializing in medication management of depression, ADHD, anxiety, and a variety of other mental health conditions. Please click on the “website” button to schedule an appointment. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you on your journey to optimal well-being!
Accepting New Patients for medication management of adult Colorado residents! Immediate Availability! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, specializing in medication management of depression, ADHD, anxiety, and a variety of other mental health conditions. Please click on the “website” button to schedule an appointment. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you on your journey to optimal well-being!
Dr. Fry is a board certified psychiatrist, by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry and a graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine where she also completed her residency in psychiatry. Patient referrals are now being accepted. Dr. Fry's practice is cashed based only, but will provide super bills to patients for insurance reimbursement.
Dr. Fry is a board certified psychiatrist, by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry and a graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine where she also completed her residency in psychiatry. Patient referrals are now being accepted. Dr. Fry's practice is cashed based only, but will provide super bills to patients for insurance reimbursement.
M Sandoval
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, MSN, AGACNP, PMHNP-C, NP-BC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Depressed, anxious, just not feeling “normal?” You are not alone despite how you may feel right now. Whether you need talk-support therapy, multimodal therapy or prescriptive management, I can help. My focused population is women, elderly, adolescents.
Depressed, anxious, just not feeling “normal?” You are not alone despite how you may feel right now. Whether you need talk-support therapy, multimodal therapy or prescriptive management, I can help. My focused population is women, elderly, adolescents.
Kim Inman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 (Online Only)
My passion for psychiatric nursing began during my undergraduate studies, where I developed a deep empathy for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. Working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I honed my skills in assessment, therapeutic communication, and treatment planning. As a Psychiatric NP, I aspire to play a pivotal role in promoting mental wellness and providing compassionate care to those in need.
My passion for psychiatric nursing began during my undergraduate studies, where I developed a deep empathy for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. Working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I honed my skills in assessment, therapeutic communication, and treatment planning. As a Psychiatric NP, I aspire to play a pivotal role in promoting mental wellness and providing compassionate care to those in need.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in 80923
10+
Average cost per session
$200
Psychiatrists in 80923 who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
93% | Anxiety |
93% | ADHD |
93% | Bipolar Disorder |
93% | Medication Management |
73% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Psychiatrists in 80923 see their clients
94% | In Person and Online | |
6% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in 80923?
The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?
Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.
Do psychiatrists offer therapy?
Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations. While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.