Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in Colorado

I provide a relaxed, conversational, and non-judgmental space for patients to reflect on and integrate all aspects of their lives. I believe that vulnerability is key to healing and growth and work with individuals seeking to improve mood, reduce anxiety, enhance sleep, boost attention, or heal from trauma. My approach blends the latest research in medical treatment with insights from psychotherapy and coaching. I specialize in treating major depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, addiction, and personality disorders.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive and collaborative evaluation where I take the time to understand their symptoms, challenges, and goals. I foster an open and supportive environment, ensuring that treatment plans are personalized and aligned with each patient's unique needs. My approach integrates evidence-based medication management, psychotherapy techniques, and coaching strategies to help patients achieve their full potential.

I am a board-certified general adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School, where I was awarded the Albert M. Barret Award for Distinguished Performance in Psychiatry, and completed my psychiatric residency at Florida Atlantic University. Prior to medical school, I obtained my undergraduate degree in economics with honors from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. My background includes research at the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Center and the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. I also worked as a Mental Health Specialist at McLean Psychiatric Hospital.

My practice philosophy is to collaborate with patients to meet their specific needs and make an impact in various stages of their lives. I focus on medication management, which I typically offer in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. I have experience providing compassionate psychiatric care for patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, family and relationship issues, as well as other mental health issues. I strive to make my patients feel heard, validated, and comfortable at all times.

I am a board certified adult psychiatrist who completed my psychiatry residency training at Richmond University Medical Center in NYC. Over my career I have practiced in various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, comprehensive psychiatric emergency program (CPEP), and the consult liaison service, to name a few.

Growing up in NYC as a South Asian American female in medicine, I strongly value diversity and compassion.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist known for making my patients feel seen and heard. I use both medication management and supportive psychotherapy, and as a seasoned psychopharmacologist, I emphasize the importance of nutrition, exercise, and community in mental health. I enjoy all aspects of medicine and combine my extensive knowledge with a patient-centered approach.

I completed my medical school and residency at the University of New Mexico, where I later served as a psychiatrist and assistant professor, treating high-need patients and teaching residents and medical students. During the pandemic, I transitioned to telehealth and have been dedicated to this field for the past four years. My academic journey began as a physics major at UNM; I then studied biophysics at the University of San Diego, California. During my postdoctoral fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratories, I was inspired by presentations about professionals working with patients in African countries, which sparked my interest in medicine.

During that time, my father died of cancer, and I witnessed the impact of mental health therapy on his quality of life, further solidifying my motivation to attend medical school. Witnessing the profound impact of mental health on my patients and family, I specialized in psychiatry.

I take an integrative and comprehensive approach to mental health care, combining medication management with evidence-based complementary and alternative interventions. My practice is grounded in the understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection and the gut-brain axis. I incorporate supportive therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based cognitive techniques to support my patients' overall well-being.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Margaret Mary Reyes, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC) committed to delivering patient-centered and compassionate mental health care. A proud Florida native, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and post-master's certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Florida Atlantic University (FAU). My academic research focused on improving outcomes for women living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).

I have advanced practice experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. I have treated individuals with a wide range of mental health conditions, including psychotic disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders, depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, attention deficit disorders, personality disorders, substance use and co-occurring disorders, eating disorders, suicidality, homelessness, and severe mental illness (SMI) within the criminal justice system. My clinical background also includes acute care experience in oncology, medical-surgical, telemetry/cardiac step-down, intensive care, nursing research, and consultation-liaison psychiatry.

I foster a warm, collaborative environment where patients and families feel supported and understood. I emphasize open communication and work closely with patients to define meaningful, realistic treatment goals. My holistic, family-centered approach integrates medication management, therapy, and psychoeducation with a deep commitment to cultural sensitivity and compassionate care. I begin by learning each patient's personal story, clinical history, and goals through a comprehensive evaluation, then create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child's unique needs and family context. I continuously collaborate with patients, families, and care teams to ensure treatment remains effective, combining psychotherapy, medication management, and coordination with other providers and resources.

I am board-certified in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and General Psychiatry, with over 20 years of clinical experience. I earned my M.D. from Loyola University Medical Center, where I also completed my residency in Adult Psychiatry, and pursued fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Northwestern University's Children's Memorial Hospital. My past roles include Medical Director for Compass Health Center's Under 18 Program and Attending Psychiatrist at Loyola. I have been recognized as a "Top Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry" by US News and World Report and Negocios Now.

I believe in a collaborative partnership with my clients, working together to develop a mutually agreed-upon plan of action that maximizes the chances of success. I also have a strong passion for supporting women's mental health during the perinatal phase of life.

I am a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who earned my Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing credentials and a Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing from Columbia University School of Nursing, where I was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society. I have been in practice for over 10 years, providing care to individuals with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

I focus on an individualized treatment plan, not only using pharmacotherapy when needed, but also implementing insight-oriented, supportive, motivational, and brief psychotherapy. I am a firm believer in combining psychotherapy with medication management when warranted to manage and treat a wide variety of mental health conditions including, but not limited to, Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma related disorders, Substance use disorders, Personality disorders, Sleep Disorders, and Eating Disorders. My dynamic approach is client focused, involving the client throughout their treatment and care plan, taking careful consideration to the individual's needs and goals.

I was born and raised in St. Louis, MO and am board certified with ABPN (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology). Upon completion of my residency through St. Louis University, St. Louis, I joined my parents' Internal Medicine practice. I learned firsthand that implementing mental health awareness, screening, and education into a primary medically focused practice led to more favorable outcomes. Many mental health conditions can manifest as and/or exacerbate a variety of medical/physical conditions and thereby go undiagnosed and untreated. I have worked closely and coordinated care within the medical field and with other specialists in treating and diagnosing comorbid mental health conditions.

While in private practice for over 10 years, I was also an attending and consultant for inpatient mental health care and provided mental health services for residents in various residential care facilities, group homes, and skilled nursing facilities. Over the past 5 years I have consolidated my practice and am presently employed with Compass Health Network in Missouri, helping bridge the gap in mental health care by coordinating and providing care to the underserved community.

I am trained in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry, with a focus on the diagnosis and treatment of depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, and ADHD. I emphasize a holistic approach, combining medication management and psychotherapy, and I utilize principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and supportive psychotherapy. This method is supported by research indicating improved patient outcomes.

I received my bachelor's degree in biology with a minor in French from The University of Central Florida. I completed medical school at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine, followed by a General Psychiatry residency and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. My professional experience includes working in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, consult-liaison psychiatry, outpatient clinics, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and emergency rooms. This broad range of experience allows me to provide comprehensive, individualized care to patients at all stages of life.

Patients can anticipate a thorough initial evaluation during their first visit with me. I conduct a comprehensive assessment to understand the patient's symptoms, history, and personal circumstances. This session sets the foundation for collaboratively developing an individualized treatment plan focused on the patient's specific needs and goals.

I take a collaborative and compassionate approach to both medication management and psychotherapy. I enjoy utilizing various forms of psychotherapy to empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives, and I particularly enjoy incorporating elements of supportive, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral therapies in all visits. I practice thoughtful and evidence-based medication management. I enjoy working with students and adults with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and mood disorders, and I also have a special interest in women's mental health.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I completed my undergraduate education at Johns Hopkins University, where I graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a bachelor's in neuroscience, and I later attended medical school at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. My interest in neuroscience, combined with a passion for the humanistic side of medicine, led me to pursue a psychiatry residency at NYU, where I gained experience working with a diverse patient population. After completing residency in 2018, I chose to pursue private practice to allow more time with patients and to build on my interest in psychotherapy. I spent over 6 years in solo and group private practice in Los Angeles. I am committed to working with insurance-based practices, as I am passionate about providing affordable access to quality healthcare.

I specialize in treating complex psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and insomnia. As a proponent of holistic care, I integrate psychotherapy into medication management and emphasize lifestyle modifications and evidence-based integrative medicine. New patients receive comprehensive evaluations to rule out medical causes of symptoms, followed by tailored treatment plans combining therapy, medication, and lifestyle adjustments. Follow-up visits focus on symptom management through supportive, brief dynamic, or cognitive behavioral therapy, with frequent appointments until stabilization is achieved. I am committed to collaborative, patient-centered care that addresses both mental and physical well-being.

I am board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). I earned my medical degree from Kansas City University and completed my psychiatry residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. During medical school, I pursued advanced training as an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine fellow. As a resident, I served as Chief Academic Resident and earned accolades such as Intern of the Year and Outstanding Educator of the Year twice consecutively. I have presented case studies and quality improvement projects at national conferences, including the American Psychiatric Association (APA), Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and Association for Academic Psychiatry.

A combat veteran, I served in the U.S. Marine Corps, including a tour in Iraq, and was honored with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and a Certificate of Commendation for exemplary leadership.

I am a Harvard trained, board certified adult psychiatrist who specializes in creating individually tailored treatment plans using high quality evidence and up-to-date clinical guidelines. I have a passion for shared decision making, which means empathetic listening to each patient and making a customized plan that supports their individual values and preferences. I specialize in depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and many other mental health disorders.

When meeting with a patient for the first time, I carefully review current symptoms, past history, and patient values and preferences, and I work with the patient to develop individual treatment goals. I value developing a trusting relationship with each patient and want each patient to feel heard and valued.

I graduated from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency training at Harvard South Shore. I completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry through Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. I am board certified in both adult and geriatric psychiatry. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I was employed by the Department of Veteran Affairs for 10 years.

Dr. Stephanie Negrey is a board certified psychiatrist. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology and History at Fordham University in the Bronx and then attended medical school at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. She completed her residency at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio as a member of the United States Air Force. Dr. Negrey served as an active duty psychiatrist; her duties included medical director of the mental health clinic at a special operations base as well as a program manager for the Air Force substance use program.

Dr. Negrey has experience treating a wide range of ages and diagnoses, with particular emphasis on personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and post traumatic stress disorder. She integrates supportive and psychodynamic therapies into her medication management appointments with a goal of achieving improvement through a holistic approach. Dr. Negrey will work with patients to reach their goals for their mental health care while also providing a compassionate and collaborative environment.

I take a no-nonsense approach and pride myself on collaborating with patients to attain their goals of optimum psychiatric health, believing that the cornerstone of a healthy partnership with any patient is a holistic approach. Listening with an open mind and heart while collaborating with my patients to provide the correct medication management and supportive care has always been the key for me. I have a genuine interest in treating psychiatric disorders including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and most specifically bipolar, as well as experience treating medical comorbidities including neurologic disorders.

After graduating from medical school, I completed my internship year in Internal Medicine at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, AZ, followed by two years of neurology residency at Barrow Neurological Institute before completing psychiatric residency at Maricopa Medical Center in 2005. I then spent the majority of my time caring for SMI/seriously mentally ill patients with a mantra of "propelling people forward to wellness." Working on the supportive level of care for this population honed my skills to care for the highest level of outpatient care through ACT/assertive community treatment. In 2023, I extended my expertise and skills to the general population to include telehealth management of my patients.

I believe that addressing mental health is just as important as addressing physical health. My practice focuses on medication management, often combined with supportive or cognitive behavioral therapy, with an emphasis on integrating medication management with individual therapy to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. I provide care for individuals with a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in outpatient psychiatry. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing with a specialty in adult psychiatry from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Boston. I am trained in psychiatric diagnosis, medication management, and both psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies.

Over the past 18 years, I have gained extensive experience evaluating and treating adults in outpatient settings. I previously worked at Arbour HRI Outpatient Clinic in Massachusetts and, for the past decade, have served patients at Memorial Healthcare System in Florida. At Memorial Healthcare System, I collaborated with the Mind-Body Wellness Clinic to support both the medical and psychiatric needs of my patients. I have also contributed to the training of psychiatric and internal medicine residents in outpatient psychiatry.

Dr. Satveet Khela is a board certified physician specializing in adult psychiatry. She has been practicing since 2021. In addition to focusing on medication management, Dr. Khela's practice also prioritizes a whole person approach, incorporating aspects of nutrition, lifestyle, mindfulness, and supportive or brief cognitive behavioral therapy into the treatment plan. Occasionally, Dr. Khela may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you see a separate therapist to provide the best outcome. Dr. Khela received her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley and her medical degree from A.T. Still University. She completed her residency at University of California San Francisco Fresno, where she served as chief resident in her final year. After completing her training, Dr. Khela worked with medically ill patients with co-morbid psychiatric illnesses. Throughout her career, Dr. Khela has worked with a diverse set of patients in various stages of their lives. Dr. Khela focuses on treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, OCD, and other mental health issues. She believes in empowering her patients to be active players in their treatment plans to facilitate the best care possible.

I pride myself on my ability to empathize with my patients and meet them exactly where they are in their journey. I believe that trust is the foundation of the therapeutic relationship and work diligently to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel safe, heard, and respected. In the initial evaluation, I focus on gathering comprehensive information to form a complete understanding of each patient's unique background and needs. From there, I develop an individualized treatment plan that aligns with the patient's prioritized goals. Each session begins from that foundation, allowing me to support patients at their own pace as trust deepens and progress unfolds.

I have worked in the mental health field for over 30 years following the completion of my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Suffolk University in Boston. I began my career as a mental health technician in a geriatric residential program and later pursued additional education in nursing, earning an Associate Degree in Nursing from Quincy College, a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from South University, and a Master's in Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University. Over the years, I have held diverse roles in adult and children's case management, residential and intensive outpatient programs, inpatient psychiatric care, and crisis stabilization. I have provided care in both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as through hospital consult services across the country.