Now accepting new patients for psychiatry, therapy, and Spravato® care.

Denver, Colorado — Accepting new patients

Care that treats the whole person

You are more than just your diagnosis. Nexus brings psychiatry, psychotherapy, and integrative approaches to mental health treatment.

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What we do

Individualized care for your mental health.

Care delivered in a compassionate and collaborative patient-centered way.

WHO WE HELP

Care for the full picture.

We work with patients ages 14+ across a broad range of concerns. Your care is shaped around your symptoms, history, identity, and goals.

Mood disorders

  • Major depression

  • Bipolar disorder

  • Treatment-resistant depression

  • Depression and existential distress related to serious illness

Anxiety, trauma & OCD

  • Generalized anxiety disorder

  • OCD

  • Panic disorder

  • PTSD and trauma-related disorders

  • Grief

  • Adjustment disorder

  • Life transitions

Neurodevelopmental & complex care

  • ADHD

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders

Identity-affirming care

  • Gender dysphoria

  • Gender-affirming care

Getting started

How it all works.

We screen before we schedule. It means fewer wasted appointments and no surprise bills.

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Complete the pre-screen

A few questions about where you live, what you're looking for, and how you plan to pay. Takes about two minutes.

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We confirm your coverage

Our coordinator confirms your benefits and what to expect for cost before you commit to anything.

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You get a portal invitation

We create your chart and send secure portal access, where you'll complete intake forms and consents at your own pace.

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Your first visit

A full evaluation - typically 60 to 90 minutes - ending with an individualized treatment plan.

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Our approach

What integrative psychiatry includes.

We take an in depth and comprehensive look at symptoms in the context of your life. There is rarely one cause. We evaluate sleep, nutrition, lifestyle factors, recommend appropriate screenings and interventions.

What we offer

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation

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Longer appointments

Longer appointments

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Treatment shaped by your biology and your life

Treatment shaped by your biology and your life

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Sleep, nutrition, and stress are part of the conversation

Sleep, nutrition, and stress are part of the conversation

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Thoughtful medication and and non-medication options

Thoughtful medication and and non-medication options

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Care is re-assessed at each visit to optimize your care and evolve with your needs

Care is re-assessed at each visit to optimize your care and evolve with your needs

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Who you'll see

Our Team

Led by our board certified psychiatrist, Dr. German Ascani, joined by a carefully chosen team of experts, including prescribing psychologists.

Dr. German Ascani

Dr. German Ascani

Psychiatrist

Dr. Ascani brings a compassionate and thoughtful approach to whole-person psychiatric assessment and holistic care, integrating many treatment modalities and innovative approaches.

Medical Director

Dr. German Ascani

Dr. German Ascani

Psychiatrist

Dr. Ascani brings a compassionate and thoughtful approach to whole-person psychiatric assessment and holistic care, integrating many treatment modalities and innovative approaches.

Medical Director

Laura Richardson

Laura Richardson

Ph.D., MSCP

Dr. Laura has more than 20 years of experience helping patients through depression, trauma, and difficult seasons of life.

Prescribing Psychology Fellow

Laura Richardson

Laura Richardson

Ph.D., MSCP

Dr. Laura has more than 20 years of experience helping patients through depression, trauma, and difficult seasons of life.

Prescribing Psychology Fellow

Lindsay Shaw

Lindsay Shaw

Ed.D., MSCP

Lindsay supports patients with collaborative care that makes room to understand patterns, clarify goals, and build practical next steps.

Prescribing Psychology Fellow

Lindsay Shaw

Lindsay Shaw

Ed.D., MSCP

Lindsay supports patients with collaborative care that makes room to understand patterns, clarify goals, and build practical next steps.

Prescribing Psychology Fellow

Questions, answered.

Don’t see your question here? Reach out to our care team.

Is Nexus covered by insurance?

We accept several major commercial plans and are adding more as the practice grows. If we're out of network with yours, we provide superbills you can submit for reimbursement, and we'll discuss self-pay rates before you book.

Who will I see at my first visit?
How do I book a first appointment?
What if I'm already taking medication?
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
What ages do you see?
What should I do if I need urgent or crisis support?
Do you offer Spravato treatment?
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Can you coordinate with my other clinical care providers?

Are you ready to get started?

Fill out our 2 minute questionnaire so we can match you to the best clinician for your needs.

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Are you ready to get started?

Fill out our 2 minute questionnaire so we can match you to the best clinician for your needs.

People gathered in a bright, welcoming shared care space

Are you ready to get started?

Fill out our 2 minute questionnaire so we can match you to the best clinician for your needs.

People gathered in a bright, welcoming shared care space