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Scott Nelson(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Colorado
ADHD- Anxiety - Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions-Burnout-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Scott is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has over 12 years of nursing experience and completed his post-graduate psychiatric training at Frontier Nursing University.

Scott’s specializations includeADHD, anxiety, burnout, college and graduate student mental health, depression, LGBTQIA, gender and sexuality topics, life coaching, life transitions, men’s issues, race and cultural identity, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), sleep disorders, stress management.


Message to clients

Did you know that nurses have been the most trusted profession for 17 years straight? Lavender is a nurse-founded and nurse led practice, which makes us super unique! Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners are fully independent and can offer the same treatment interventions as our psychiatrist colleagues. Our providers have extensive training in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders and enjoy spending time with clients to help them heal.

Lavender offers a range of modern mental health services from the comfort of home. All our providers offer both prescriptions & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money. Pairing therapy and medication to treat depression and anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 60% improved chance of recovery.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 13 years


Frontier Nursing University, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate, 2025

Licensure

Colorado: APN.1001284-NP

Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Burnout - Managing and recovering from stressors that lead to feelings of decreased motivation and disconnection from the self; practicing effective self-care and finding ways to relax both physically and mentally




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Scott Nelson

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$150 (20min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Credit Card

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