Axis Integrated Mental Health is Colorado’s leading clinic for
alternative depression treatments, offering integrative psychiatry, therapy,
Spravato treatment,
Deep TMS, and
TMS treatment within one collaborative care team. We provide accessible, evidence-based options for people who have not found relief with traditional antidepressants, helping patients recover faster with treatments that go beyond medication. Our mission is to make advanced depression care simple, compassionate, and personalized so individuals can finally experience real improvement after years of trial and error. We are committed to helping people reclaim their lives through proven, innovative therapies designed for
treatment-resistant depression and complex mental health needs.
The Problem She Solves: When You’ve Already Decided Therapy Won’t Work for You There is a version of a therapy client that most providers are quietly, unintentionally designing for: someone who already believes in the process, comes from a background where asking for help was normalized, and is ready to sit down, be vulnerable, and…
Comprehensive treatment for major depressive disorder with personalized care, advanced therapies, and integrated support in Denver, Boulder & Westminster What is the Clinical Definition and Diagnosis for Major Depressive Disorder? Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) stands as one of the most significant public health challenges of our time. According to the World Health Organization, MDD was…
Confused about whether to see a counselor, therapist, or psychiatrist for anxiety? This guide from Axis Integrated Mental Health in Colorado breaks it down so you can get the right care. Or, you can book a same-week appointment with Axis. In Colorado, over 650,000 adults seek care for anxiety disorders each year, yet less than…
Compare Spravato and ketamine infusions for depression. Learn which treatment is safer, covered by insurance, and more effective. Discover why Spravato may be the better option or book a free financial consult to get the facts now! Is Spravato Better Than Ketamine Infusions for Depression Treatment? Many patients with treatment-resistant depression are faced with a…
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Treatment How long does anxiety treatment typically take to show results? Many individuals begin noticing improvements within 4-6 weeks of starting treatment, though everyone’s timeline is different. Therapy typically shows initial benefits within 6-8 sessions, while medication effects may be noticeable within 2-4 weeks. However, significant improvement often requires 12-16…
EMDR therapy helps you process traumatic experiences by using guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation while you recall a difficult memory. Instead of reliving the trauma in detail, EMDR activates your brain’s natural ability to heal so the memory loses its emotional charge. The experience is still there, but it no longer…
You’ve been feeling off for a while. Maybe you’ve had sadness that won’t lift, trouble sleeping, or anxiety that follows you everywhere. You finally brought it up with your regular doctor — and they gave you a prescription and a follow-up in three months. But you’re still not feeling better. Now you’re wondering: should you…
Watch the Episode Episode Summary Katy Mcallister saw her first therapist at 19 in Colorado. The therapist mentioned alcohol. Katy said, “Yeah, maybe,” and moved on. She wasn’t ready. A few panic attacks later, a primary care doctor put her on benzos. She took them daily until another doctor cut her off at 10 and…
Mental health treatment costs, especially for the most effective treatments like Deep TMS and Spravato, can be an obstacle to healing. This article helps explain how insurance plans must operate in Colorado, which protects patient’s rights to receive equal coverage for physical and mental health. Healing from depression, trauma, PTSD and other common mental health…
Yes — But It Depends on the Type of Ketamine and Your Insurance Plan The short answer: Spravato (esketamine nasal spray) is covered by most major insurance plans in Colorado including Aetna, Cigna, Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Denver Health POS+ plan. IV ketamine infusions, however, are almost never covered by insurance because…
Content warning: This episode contains mention of suicide that some viewers may find distressing. If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7. Call or text 988. Watch the Episode Episode Summary The day Katy Mcallister moved to Nashville, she got the news that a friend had died by…
Watch the Episode Episode Summary Katy Mcallister wrote music alone in her room and played guitar only when no one was home. She wanted people to hear her and was terrified for anyone to actually look. That tension between longing and fear followed her from her childhood bedroom all the way to the Bluebird Theater…
