Psychiatric Care and Treatment in Denver
Wondering About Psychiatry Services? WellPower Can Help.
If you are looking for a psychiatrist, psychiatric evaluation or psychiatric help in Denver, you do not have to figure out the next step alone. WellPower provides compassionate psychiatric care as part of whole-person mental health services for adults, children, teens, and families.
Psychiatric treatment can support people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic attacks, trouble sleeping, substance use concerns, mood changes, thoughts that feel hard to manage or other mental health challenges. At WellPower, psychiatric services may include a psychiatric evaluation, medication consultation, medication management and coordination with therapy, case management, pharmacy support and other services that help you pursue well-being.
Ready to get started? Call WellPower at (303) 504-7700 or visit wellpower.org/appointment to learn more about starting services.
What Is Psychiatric Care?
Psychiatric care is mental health care provided by trained psychiatric professionals who can evaluate symptoms, discuss treatment options and prescribe medication when it may be helpful. A psychiatrist or psychiatric provider looks at what you are experiencing, your health history, your goals and the supports that may help you feel more stable.
For some people, psychiatric treatment focuses on medication. For others, it works best alongside therapy, group support, peer support, substance use recovery services, primary care, housing support or help with everyday needs. WellPower takes a collaborative approach so care can fit the person, not the other way around.
When to Consider Psychiatric Help
It can be hard to know when to reach out for psychiatric help. You do not need to wait until things feel unmanageable. A psychiatric evaluation may be helpful if symptoms are affecting your relationships, sleep, work, school, safety, substance use or daily routines.
People often reach out for psychiatric services when they are experiencing persistent worry, low mood, panic attacks, intense emotions, trouble concentrating, trauma symptoms, mood swings, thoughts of self-harm, hearing or seeing things others do not, substance use concerns or medication questions. If you are unsure what kind of care you need, WellPower can help you talk through your options.
If you need immediate support for a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988 or visit WellPower’s 24/7 Walk-In Crisis Center. Learn more at wellpower.org/crisis-services.
What to Expect From a Psychiatric Evaluation
A psychiatric evaluation is a conversation with a psychiatric provider to better understand what is going on and what support may help. Your provider may ask about your symptoms, medical history, current and past medications, substance use, sleep, stress, safety, family history and treatment goals.
The goal is not to label you or rush a decision. The goal is to understand your needs and create a plan with you. That plan may include psychiatric medication, therapy, follow-up appointments, group support, crisis planning, community resources or other services.
Psychiatric Services at WellPower
WellPower offers psychiatric services as part of a broad range of mental health and behavioral health care in Denver. Depending on your needs, psychiatric care may include:
- Psychiatric evaluation and assessment
- Medication consultation and education
- Medication management and follow-up care
- Coordination with therapy, case management and peer support
- Support for co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns
- Connection to pharmacy services, crisis care or other WellPower programs when helpful
WellPower’s psychiatric clinic services are designed to be respectful, practical and centered on your goals. Our teams explain options in plain language, answer questions and help you understand what to expect from treatment.
Medication Management and Psychiatric Treatment
Medication can be an important part of psychiatric treatment, but it is not the only part. When medication is appropriate, your provider will talk with you about what the medication is meant to do, possible side effects, how long it may take to notice changes and when follow-up is needed.
Medication management gives you time to check in, ask questions and adjust your plan when needed. Many people benefit from medication management and therapy together because medication may reduce symptoms while therapy helps build skills, process experiences and support long-term change.
WellPower also offers pharmacy services that can help with prescription questions, refills, medication education and access. Learn more at wellpower.org/pharmacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Take the Next Step
If you are looking for a psychiatric clinic, psychiatrist or psychiatric help in Denver, WellPower is here to listen and help you find the right next step. Call (303) 504-7700 or visit wellpower.org/appointment to learn more about psychiatric care, psychiatric services and whole-person mental health support.