Kyle Faulkner, Physician Assistant
I am a board-certified Physician Assistant and received my PA degree from Jefferson College of Health Sciences in Roanoke, Virginia. I have spent the last three years working as a Physician Assistant in Pain Management, both in Colorado and Virginia.
I first gained interest in Psychiatry while taking college courses, this interest was further peaked during my Psychiatric rotation in PA school. I spent 6 weeks working both in outpatient and inpatient settings at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. Working in Pain Management has helped me gain further knowledge in mental health as there is often crossover between the two fields. What I enjoy most about working in Psychiatry is getting the opportunity to build long lasting and collaborative relationships with my patients in a judgement-free environment. I offer medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation, ADHD evaluations and genetic testing.
Location: Broomfield, CO
Dr. Anita Kumar, Psychiatrist
Dr. Anita Kumar [she/her] is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with a certificate in psychedelic assisted therapy (PAT) and 25 years’ clinical and administrative experience. Dr. Kumar earned her medical degree with distinction from Northwestern University Medical School. Her psychiatry training and departmental chief residency were completed at the University of Michigan. Dr. Kumar’s experience lies in the interface between psychedelics and psychiatry, severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), and eating disorders (ED). She was trained by the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Science (MAPS) in MDMA assisted therapy and by the Integrative Psychiatry Institute in ketamine (FDA approved) and psilocybin assisted therapy.
Dr. Kumar is the former medical director of a Community Mental Health and was on faculty at Virginia Tech and the University of Michigan medical schools. She has experience in Nurse Practitioner supervision, psychiatry resident training, and medical student education. She has practiced at many levels of care, including hospital psychiatry consultation/liaison, inpatient hospitalization, acute treatment unit, crisis stabilization unit, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient.
Dr. Kumar currently assesses for and manages traditional psychiatric medications, FDA approved psychedelics (Ketamine), and starting February 2024 – transcranial magnetic stimulation. She is comfortable treating a wide array of psychiatric conditions including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma disorders, and bipolar mood disorder. She welcomes the LGBTQIA+ population. She sees adult patients (18 years and older) who reside in the state of Colorado. From the perspective of a second-generation Asian-Indian in the US, she has led DEI trainings in the past and currently aspires to serve the BIPOC diaspora in Northern Colorado.
Location: Broomfield, CO
Lauren Wheeland, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I recently moved from Upstate New York to Colorado with my family. I earned my master of science degree from Binghamton University in New York and received my nursing degree from Gannon University. I have almost ten years of experience in healthcare. I have worked in various nursing settings, with most of my time spent in medical and inpatient psychiatric nursing. Recently, I worked as a PMHNP for a telehealth provider.
I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds while building a therapeutic and trusting relationship with each client. I have always had a passion for psychiatry and helping those in need. I have a holistic approach to care, focusing on overall wellness for both the mind and body. I offer medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ADHD testing, and genetic testing.
Location: Broomfield, CO
Diane Friedman, Physician Assistant
I am a certified Physician Assistant dedicated to providing mental health care that is individualized and evidence-based. I have a passion for helping people to optimize their mental, emotional, and physical health in their own unique way. I believe it is essential that my patients feel heard and important that they are involved in creating a treatment plan that may include medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes.
I completed my PA master's degree at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL. My interest in psychiatry began while working as a PA with patients living with chronic migraine. I experienced the healing power of strong therapeutic relationships built on empathy and trust. I gained an understanding of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and insomnia. I believe that by easing the struggle of mental health conditions people can regain control of their life.
Location: Broomfield, CO
David Blumberg, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Medical Science
My name is David Blumberg and I am a board-certified physician assistant. I received my Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, and subsequently attained a Doctor of Medical Science degree from Shenandoah University. I initially became interested in psychiatry while earning my Bachelor of Science degree in psychology at Virginia Tech. My interest in psychiatry furthered during my time in my clinical rotations, as I had first-hand experience with psychiatry and learned more about the necessity of high quality mental health care. After completing my education in Virginia, I returned back to Colorado where I spent my childh ood.
I strive to foster a safe and open environment with my patients, and work to develop a strong patient-provider relationship built on trust. I enjoy building a collaborative relationship where my patients know that they have a say in their personal health.
Location: Broomfield, CO