by Dr. Ryan Johnson | Jul 27, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Suicide
The link between living at high altitude and developing mental health issues is an intriguing topic, and of direct importance for our patients. Colorado Springs sits at roughly 6,000 feet, and Monument sits even higher. Seasonal aspects of bad weather, reduced... 
by Dr. Ryan Johnson | Jul 20, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Spravato, TMS, Treatment
Most people are familiar with two ways to treat depression: therapy and antidepressants. Fewer people know that if those two options have not worked, several other FDA-approved treatments are already available right here in Colorado Springs. Here are several... 
by Dr. Ryan Johnson | Jul 13, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, OCD, Psychiatry, PTSD, Treatment
Most people managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, or OCD seek care from therapists and psychiatrists. Both approaches are helpful and can contribute to improved mental health. But divided care comes with its own challenges. The patient becomes the communication point... 
by Dr. Ashley Johnson | Jan 13, 2026 | Mental Health, Uncategorized
Patients struggling with depression have more treatment options available now than ever before. In addition to antidepressant medications, newer treatments like TMS and ketamine therapy provide patients with long-lasting depression relief. But with such a variety of... 
by Dr. Ashley Johnson | Aug 20, 2025 | Mental Health, Suicide, TMS
If you’re raising a teen in Colorado Springs or Monument, you’ve probably noticed that the pressure on young people is heavier than ever. Teens today navigate a constant barrage of pressure from school, sports, extracurricular activities, peers, and online groups.... 
by Dr. Ashley Johnson | Apr 21, 2025 | Mental Health
As a psychiatrist who works with teenagers, I see the impact of isolation on young people every day. Parents often make comments like “They just don’t talk to us anymore. They’re always in their room. I don’t know what’s going on with them.” What I hear from the... 
