Ballen Medical and Wellness

Specialties: Integrative Psychiatry for Adults & Teens Medication Management IV Infusion Therapy Ketamine Treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Trauma & More NAD+ Programs for Addiction Recovery, Brain Fog, Fatigue & More Integrative and Holistic Wellness for Men & Women Dr. Ballen has been in Private Practice since 2008, caring for adults as well as teens and adolescents. One of her biggest goals is making sure her patients truly thrive and live joyful, productive, meaningful lives instead of settling for mediocre baselines and merely surviving each day. Dr. Ballen specializes in treating a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, and addiction. She’s earned a reputation for taking on difficult and challenging cases, such as co-occurring disorders. Often times her patients have had trouble finding relief or even an accurate diagnosis, sometimes suffering for years despite trying numerous avenues for help. In 2012, Dr. Ballen became the first provider in Denver to offer ketamine infusions for treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and more. Ever since, this life-changing medicine has been one of the most powerful tools she uses to help patients live better lives. Dr. Ballen’s integrative approach to medicine combines conventional therapy and medication management with holistic alternatives. She prides herself on investigating and addressing the root cause of symptoms, as opposed to just treating the symptoms themselves. Dr. Ballen’s clinical expertise and her specialty in intravenous treatments enable her to formulate comprehensive treatment plans for each individual patient that goes above and beyond traditional treatment methods. She strives to provide her patients with compassionate care in a warm and nurturing environment where healing can begin and well-being can flourish. Education Dr. Ballen received her Doctor of Medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. She has practiced medicine in the state of Colorado since 2003, completing both her General Psychiatry Residency and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. While in residency, she trained under Scott Shannon, MD, past President of the American Holistic Medical Association and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. Dr. Shannon is an industry-leading pioneer in the fields of integrative holistic medicine as well as psychedelic medicine and research, and Dr. Ballen credits a lot of her inspiration and success to her time with him.

Specialties: Hormone, Thyroid & Nutrient Optimization Long Covid Treatment Women’s Reproductive Health Prenatal and Postpartum Coaching SJ is passionate in formulating evidence-based treatment plans that are authentic to each individual patient she works with. Some of her specialties include male/female reproductive health, endocrine/thyroid treatment, nutrient optimization, and the detoxification of body systems — all of which aid in optimal wellness and a reduction of psychiatric illness. After receiving her Bachelor’s in Nursing and Psychiatry, SJ embraced and honored the complexity of family dynamics, working in labor and delivery, women’s reproductive health, and the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) in a hospital setting for over 10 years. SJ then followed her passion for natural birth and holistic treatment, helping women to give birth without pain medication at a free-standing birth center. With 15 years of nursing experience, SJ decided to go back to school, graduating Magna Cum Laude at Georgetown University with a double masters in Midwifery and Women’s Primary Care. Next she continued her studies in integrative and functional medicine, learning how to help patients align their mind, body, and soul, and empowering them to make informed decisions rooted in evidence-based research. In her free time, SJ enjoys spending time with her 2 daughters as well as her extended family which is spread out across the US and Canada. She also loves traveling throughout Mexico and Central America, hiking, reading, writing, and journaling.

Specialties: Integrative Psychiatry for Adults & Teens (Ages 15 and Up) Psychiatric Medication Management Ketamine Infusion Therapy for Adults and Teens (Ages 13 and Up) Addiction Medicine PTSD/Depression/Anxiety/ADHD/Bipolar Leslie is our Family and Integrative Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has over 22 years of experience in mental health, including 14 years of adult and adolescent inpatient and outpatient care. Her interest in Mental Health began in the US Army Reserves working as a Mental Health Specialist. Leslie specializes in treating a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, Post-Partum Depression, and Addiction. Her personal treatment approach incorporates both traditional and integrative medication management and aims to improve her patient’s overall quality of life while minimizing medication intervention when possible. Leslie has been a member of the Ballen Medical & Wellness team since 2013 and is licensed to prescribe Suboxone and Sublocade for opioid addiction. Education (Highlights) Wright State University: BS in Nursing University of Cincinnati: MS in Nursing American Nurses Credentialing Center: Certified Nurse Practitioner US Army Reserves: Mental Health Specialist

Specialties: Therapy for Adults, Couples, Families & Adolescents (Ages 10 and Up) Cognitive Behavioral & Emotionally Focused Therapy Depression, Anxiety & Trauma Therapy Drug & Alcohol Addiction Specialist Marriage & Family Counseling Pre-Divorce & Post-Divorce Therapy Women's Issues Grief Therapy Anger Management Generalized Fears Co-Occurring Disorders Cynthia is a skilled clinician who has been in the field of Psychology for many years. She specializes in a myriad of treatment modalities ranging from general psychological concerns to relationship/marriage & family therapy, depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, pre & post-divorce issues, sexual abuse, co-occurring disorders as well as trauma-informed systemic psychotherapy. She is licensed in Colorado as well as Arizona. Cynthia’s approach to her patients is formatted on treating each individual with compassion and understanding. Cynthia is known for her warmth and kindness as well as her interest in seeing her patients enjoy life to its fullest. Featured Blog Posts by Cynthia Empowering Mature Women To Stop Suppressing Themselves How to Help a Loved One Who Refuses To Get Treatment for Drug Or Alcohol Addiction What’s Causing Your Depression? The Answer Might Be Complicated 9 Reasons Why Holistic Addiction Treatment Should Be The New Normal Education (Highlights) University of Denver: Juris Doctor Specializing in Mental Health and Law Northcentral University: Masters in Psychology, PhD Studies Argosy University: Post Graduate Studies in Forensic Psychology Colorado School for Family Therapy: Post Graduate Certification in Marriage and Family Colorado School for Family Therapy: Licensed Addiction Therapist Colorado School for Family Therapy: Certification in Co-Occurring Disorders/ Trauma University of London, England: General Psychological Studies University of Central Florida: BA in Psychology/ Communications

Specialties: Therapy for Adults & Couples Therapy for Adolescents & Teens (Ages 10 and Up) Self-Actualization Therapy Grief, Trauma & CPTSD Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Adolescent Therapy Co-Dependency Counseling Somatic Experiencing Taylor M. Hall is a licensed psychotherapist and ketamine-assisted therapy provider who specializes in helping you overcome trauma and actualize your true self. His therapeutic approach is highly dynamic – he believes you already have what you need within and serves as a guide to realize your full potential. Leveraging his own journey of recovery from addiction and depression, Taylor creates a judgement-free space for you to explore your formative experiences and integrate fragmented aspects of yourself. He incorporates techniques like inner child work and parts mediation in service of aligning with your authentic values and living freely. Taylor is known for being kind, compassionate, and down-to-earth. His life experiences and passion for psychology are what led him to psychotherapy and ketamine-assisted therapy. His goal is helping you rewrite limiting narratives and become the person you were meant to be. Enjoy Taylor’s Latest Blog Post Finding Your True Self & Healing From Trauma Education (Highlights) Walden University: Masters in Couple, Marriage and Family Counseling Bethany Collage: Bachelors in Psychology

Specialties: IV Infusion Therapy Ketamine Treatment IV Ozone Treatment Ozone Insufflation NAD+ Infusion Protocols “Maybe this one moment, with this one person, is the very reason we’re here on Earth at this time.” — Jean Watson Quinn found her passion for nursing through working in mental health and addictions services. Her background includes work in emergency medicine as well as cardiac and psychiatric nursing. She’s passionate about an integrative approach to patient care, and this includes meeting a patient where they currently are in their health journey. After initially pursuing a degree in Psychology and Studio Art at the University of Denver, Quinn obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Colorado Anschutz.

Rachel is originally from Las Vegas, Nevada. She graduated from Pepperdine University with a Bachelor of Arts in International Business. She went on to receive her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Metropolitan State University and then finally received her Registered Nurse License in Colorado. In her previous role, Rachel worked as a Pediatric Medical Surgery Nurse. When it comes to inside the workplace, Rachel’s core value is integrity. She believes this means always putting patient safety first, using evidence-based practices. Rachel knows what it is like to need help, so she has always liked to help others the way others help her. Her biggest accomplishment in life so far is when she received her nomination for a DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses. In her free time, you can find Rachel and her husband speaking to each other in different accents or reading a good book.

As our Ketamine Care Coordinator, Hannah is honored to help educate patients about ketamine and make sure their infusion treatments go as smoothly as possible. She credits a lot of her knowledge to working alongside Dr. Ballen as her medical assistant for 2 years. During this time, she observed Dr. Ballen educate patients about ketamine infusions as well as ketamine prescriptions for use at home or with their therapist. Before joining our center, Hannah spent 9 years as a licensed massage therapist specializing in medical and oncology massage at local hospitals and care facilities. She earned her massage degree from the Colorado School of Healing Arts, where one of her favorite courses was Trauma Touch Therapy — a modality used to help process the trauma that can become stored in the body’s tissues. Hannah grew up in Steamboat Springs, and in her free time you can find her camping, cooking, baking, or catching a new movie release. She also loves to recharge by spending time with friends, family, and her two dogs. Hannah lives by the principles of kindness and reciprocity, always striving to make lives better.

Bailey is one of our Patient Care Coordinators. Bailey moved to Colorado from Illinois and graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Psychology. Bailey is working towards a graduate’s degree in Clinical Counseling. Bailey comes to us with extensive medical clinic experience. While working at a busy dermatology clinic, Bailey was promoted to be the sole delegate to a Physician’s Assistant. Bailey is excited to bring her knowledge and experience to our practice. When it comes to the workplace Bailey’s core value is Benevolence. She finds joy in the success of others and helping them reach it. One of Bailey’s greatest accomplishments is relocating from Illinois to Colorado. When not at work, she enjoys attending live music events of all genres.