Find a psychiatrist in Thornton, CO — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Thornton, CO accepting new patients
Thornton residents can connect with empowering, solution-oriented providers across the city's vibrant neighborhoods. Headway's network of 402 therapists offers personalized care for anxiety, relationships, and more, with sessions covered by insurance and average savings of 75%.
Wellness Psychiatry provides an integrative medicine approach. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Our personalized treatment plans include working with the patient's therapist and other providers. We offer many treatment options including treatment with medication, supplements and hormone replacement.
- Calm, warm, friendly, humor with cultural competency.
- Knowledgeable, experienced and Empathic
- Open-minded, Non judgemental and Active listener.
I am a double board-certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience across the continuum of psychiatric care, including acute psychiatric emergencies, inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, geriatric mental health, intellectual and developmental disability services, and healthcare management. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and am currently completing my Doctorate, reflecting my ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and lifelong learning.
Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals and families navigating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, from situational anxiety and depression to severe and persistent mental illness. My clinical experience includes extensive work with schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma-related conditions, and mood instability across the lifespan. I am particularly experienced in caring for geriatric patients, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and patients with complex medication regimens requiring careful evaluation, simplification, and long-term stabilization.
I also work closely with college-aged patients and adults who are navigating academic pressure, career transitions, family dynamics, identity development, and the cumulative stressors that can emerge during periods of high responsibility or change. Many of my patients are high-functioning individuals who appear “put together” on the outside but struggle internally with anxiety, rumination, intrusive thoughts, emotional dysregulation, or burnout. Others are managing chronic psychiatric illness while striving to maintain independence, relationships, and quality of life.
Welcome! I’m honored you’re considering care. I’m a doctorally prepared Nurse Practitioner with dual board certification in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care and Primary Mental Health. As a former first responder, I bring firsthand understanding of the unique stressors faced by those in high-intensity roles. I take a trauma-informed, person-centered approach to care. I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes, including first responders and members of the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take steps toward healing.
My name is Summyji Groom and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 17 years of experience in healthcare. My areas of expertise include depression and anxiety. I like to take a holistic approach utilizing diet, exercise, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and traveling.
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Understanding Your Issues:
I understand that every individual is unique, and your concerns are as individual as you are. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression.
I am a trauma-informed psychiatric nurse practitioner with training from Columbia University and Frontier Nursing University. My background includes psychiatric nursing across all levels of care, as well as six years in community health serving underserved and marginalized populations. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and have extensive experience treating mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and eating disorders, along with psychotic disorders, substance use concerns, and personality-related challenges. My training allows me to integrate medical knowledge, functional and nutritional psychiatry, community services, and psychotherapy to provide comprehensive, personalized care.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Thornton, CO
- 100%Bipolar disorder
- 100%PTSD
- 100%Depression
- 97%Anxiety
- 94%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 81%Select Health - Colorado
- 100%English
- 13%Spanish
- 3%Arabic
- 3%Portuguese
- 3%Russian
- 100%In-person or online
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
- 100%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 91%Individual therapy
- 13%Family therapy
- 3%Child or adolescent therapy
- 3%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Thornton
Finding psychiatrists in Thornton starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication plans. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and stress. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match the support you want.
Thornton is a smaller city within the Denver metro area, so local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger nearby markets. Virtual psychiatry can expand your choices while still letting you search for someone licensed in Colorado. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. When reviewing profiles, compare availability, appointment format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Provider bios can also help you understand communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect from the first visit.
Psychiatric care in Thornton can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can review profiles, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you find a fit.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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