Adolescent Psychiatry in Colorado Springs
Psychiatry Services for Teens in Colorado Springs and Monument
The teenage years can be a challenging time for adolescents and their families alike. Today’s teens face an environment with significant issues that negatively impact their mental health. Finding the right mental health provider for your teen can make all the difference in helping them successfully navigate their feelings, emotions, and environment.
That’s why we are pleased to offer specialized adolescent psychiatry services at all four of our locations across the Colorado Springs area. Our psychiatric team is experienced at helping young people navigate the emotional, social, and developmental challenges of adolescence while building the tools they need for a healthy future.
We are a leading provider of adolescent psychiatry in Colorado Springs, offering both traditional psychiatry services and new, innovative treatments like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for teens experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Whether your teen is facing academic stress, struggling with self-esteem, or coping with trauma, our team is here to provide the clinical expertise and personalized care your family needs.
What is Adolescent Psychiatry?
Adolescent psychiatry is a specialized branch of mental health care focused on diagnosing, treating, and supporting the emotional and behavioral well-being of individuals between the ages of 14 and 18. These formative years are a time of intense change physically, emotionally, socially, and neurologically. Psychiatric care during this period helps teens better understand their emotions, strengthen resilience, and develop coping strategies for the future.
At Colorado Psychiatry Solutions, we offer psychiatric assessments, medication management (if appropriate), TMS therapy for eligible teens, and collaborative care with therapists, parents, and schools. Every treatment plan is personalized, evidence-based, and age-appropriate.
Common Mental Health Challenges Colorado Teens Face
Adolescents today face unique pressures that can take a serious toll on their mental health. Some of the most common concerns we treat at our clinic are:
- Teen Depression – More than just “feeling down”, depression in teens is characterized by persistent sadness, withdrawal from family or friends, loss of interest in activities, sleep disturbances, and feelings of worthlessness.
- Anxiety in Teens – Studies show that anxiety is worsening in teens, with Colorado teens showing higher levels of anxiety than ever before. Anxiety can manifest as excessive worry, social phobia, panic attacks, or generalized anxiety about school, performance, or relationships.
- Eating Disorders – Disordered eating behaviors such as restrictive dieting, bingeing, purging, or obsessive exercise.
- Stress and Burnout – The teenage years are full of stressors that can burn teens out mentally. Academic pressure, demands of extracurricular activities, stress over college or post-high school life, and increasing responsibilities can all take a toll.
- Hyper-Connectivity – Overuse of social media and digital devices can impact sleep, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
- Peer Pressure and Identity Struggles – Issues related to fitting in, bullying, substance use, and questions around identity and belonging.
Our providers are highly attuned to the challenges today’s teens face and take an integrative approach that involves both the teen and their family in the treatment journey.
TMS for Adolescents: A Medication-Free Option for Depression
One of the most promising treatments we offer for eligible teens is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), an FDA-cleared outpatient therapy for depression. TMS uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain associated with mood regulation and is now covered by many insurance companies starting at age 15.
Why TMS Is an Excellent Fit for Teens
Unlike traditional antidepressant medications, which can cause emotional blunting, fatigue, or unwanted weight gain, TMS works directly on the brain without systemic side effects. This makes it especially appealing for adolescents who:
- Are reluctant to take daily psychiatric medications
- Have not responded well to antidepressants
- Want to avoid side effects like weight changes or emotional numbing
TMS sessions are quick (about 25 minutes each) and do not require sedation, so teens can return to school or activities immediately after treatment. For many Colorado families, TMS is an incredible breakthrough in treating teenage depression.
Questions and Answers About TMS for Teenagers
Is TMS for teenagers approved by the FDA?
Yes. In 2024, the FDA approved TMS for the treatment of depression in teenagers aged 15 and older.
Does insurance cover TMS for teenagers?
Yes, many insurance companies now cover TMS treatment for teenagers aged 15 and older. Insurance companies that have approved TMS for treating patients aged 15 and older include TRICARE West, Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, and Cigna. If you have questions about insurance coverage for your child, please contact us at 719-622-6522. Our insurance experts will work with your insurance company to verify coverage.
Is TMS effective at treating depression in teenagers?
Yes, FDA approval for TMS treatment for adolescents included demonstrating its clinical efficacy. The FDA’s decision is bolstered by extensive clinical evidence attesting to the safety and efficacy of TMS in adolescent populations. Studies have demonstrated notable improvements in mood and quality of life among young patients undergoing TMS therapy, with many experiencing sustained relief from depressive symptoms. (Source)
Why Choose Colorado Psychiatry Solutions?
With four convenient locations in Colorado Springs and Monument, Colorado Psychiatry Solutions is your local, trusted provider of adolescent mental health care. Our practice is centered around the belief that mental health care should be:
- Patient-Centered – We listen deeply, ask questions, and engage your teen in the treatment process.
- Collaborative – We work closely with families, therapists, and school professionals to build a strong support network.
- Innovative – We offer advanced treatments like TMS, alongside traditional psychiatry and medication management.
- Compassionate – We recognize the courage it takes to seek help, and we meet every teen and family with empathy and respect.
Ready to explore TMS?
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