I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority. Graduate degrees and extensive experience in both psychiatric nursing and social work enable me to assess your mental health needs from a whole-person perspective for enhanced diagnostic  accuracy and improved outcomes. I can provide either psychotherapy or medication management or both, depending on your need and preference. 

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EDUCATION

• University of Colorado, Master of Science in Psychiatric Nursing, 2007

• Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Master of Science in Social Work, 2001

• Pikes Peak Community College, Associates in Nursing, 1996

• University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, Bachelor of Science (psychology), 1980

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EXPERIENCE

• While serving the college student population, I specialized in the treatment of ADHD, performance anxiety, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, and OCD.

• As the psychiatric prescriber for a small acute treatment unit, my practice focused primarily on those with serious and persistent psychiatric illness including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and depression. 

• As a counselor and prescriber for the VA, I specialized in treatment of PTSD due to combat or military sexual trauma. As a Veteran of the U.S. Army, I understand the issues unique to military culture.

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THERAPEUTIC APPROACH: 

 Drawing from training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement and           Desensitization Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness skills, I will craft an approach specifically suited   to achieving your goals. 

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MY PRACTICE

Consultations are available on Thursdays and Fridays, either in person or via telehealth for your convenience.  I use Simple Practice electronic health record, a  secure, HIPAA-compliant, cloud-based platform.  For reduced cost medications, Colorado Springs options for urgent care, or local community support, please see the Resources tab. 

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​​​PAYMENT OPTIONS​

 I  contract with SonderMind , https://www.sondermind.com/providers/m494r9eh/cindy-allen, where I am credentialled with 33 different insurance companies as well as self-pay.  To request care, click on the link above to set up an account with SonderMind. 

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Office is conveniently located near Academy and North Carefree, at The Atrium, 3585 Van Teylingen Drive, Suite C, at Seed of Change Counseling and Neurotherapy.