mentalHope 

Psychiatry

Led by skilled psychiatric and family nurse practitioner Benjamin O’Brien, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, our mentalHope Psychiatry team in Colorado, provides exemplary adult psychiatric care to men and women 18 and older. We currently offer convenient telehealth appointments. 

After graduating from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a bachelor’s degree in Integrative Physiology, and working at Denver Health Medical Center as a nurse assistant Ben felt led to further his career in the field of nursing.

Ben completed his bachelor’s degree in nursing at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. After working as an acute care registered nurse at the Denver Health Medical Center for 6 years Ben once again felt led to further his nursing career and so pursued a master's degree in nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner. 

While working in primary care as an FNP, Ben began expanding his expertise into medication assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Working with addiction treatment centers around the Denver Metro area, such as Aspen Ridge Recovery and Colorado Medication Assisted Treatment, Ben saw the great overlap between physical health, addiction and mental health and decided to pursue a post-master's degree in psychiatriy as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

Having a background in family practice, primary care, addiction medicine, and psychiatry, Ben O'Brien is uniquely qualified to understand the interplay between physical and mental health and how they can impact or exacerbate once another.

At mentalHope Psychiatry, we use evidence-based practices, availing ourselves of the latest research and clinical guidelines to create personalized, effective, up-to-date treatment plans. Our mentalHope Psychiatry experts collaborate closely with other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, comprehensive patient care. We provide continuous support and follow-up visits.

Our practice possesses several key aspects that make it stand out from our competitors. We take a holistic, integrative approach to mental health care. We treat the whole person by integrating emotional, mental, physical, and social aspects of health and well-being. Treatment plans can include psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle counseling.

Our mental health experts use patient-centered care tailored to each person’s unique needs, taking into account their goals and treatment preferences. We prioritize listening to patients’ concerns and involve them in every step of their treatment.

Our team consists of experienced, highly trained professionals specializing in various mental health conditions. This allows us to provide top-notch care for anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. We also treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance abuse disorders, and many other mental health conditions during outpatient services.

Because we’re committed to respecting diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities, our mentalHope Psychiatry team provides inclusive, culturally sensitive treatments in a safe, welcoming environment. Our practice emphasizes prevention, using early intervention to address mental health concerns before they become severe.

We provide educational coping strategies, overall wellness promotion, and stress management. We involve family members in the treatment process whenever appropriate, offering education, support, and effective methods for managing mental health problems at home. We focus on resilience to promote long-term recovery and help patients develop the skills needed to thrive.

Our mentalHope Psychiatry practice is dedicated to making a difference in patients’ lives. We take a holistic/integrative/conservative approach by combining evidence-based techniques with convenient telehealth accessibility.

Schedule a telehealth appointment at mentalHope Psychiatry today online today to restore your mental well-being.