Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Colorado Springs
Psychiatric evaluations and treatments are available for children and teens ages 3-18, both in person and via telehealth. Families working with Dr. Bowers will benefit from knowledge and experience gained from fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and subspecialty training in early childhood mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD and ASD. Her approach to the use of medications in children is carefully considered and collaborative. In addition, mindfulness-based interventions may be offered to older children and teens.
Diagnostic evaluations and treatment is available for ADHD, ASD, anxiety disorders, including school anxiety/school avoidance, impulse control disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, and trauma and stressor-related disorders.
Services for Children and Adolescents
What to Expect at Your Child's First Visit
Before your child's first appointment, a free 15-minute introductory call with Dr. Bowers is required. This call gives you a chance to share your concerns, ask questions, and determine if the practice is the right fit for your family.
Initial appointments for children and adolescents are typically 90 minutes. This time is split between parents and child, allowing Dr. Bowers to gather a thorough developmental history from caregivers while also meeting directly with your child. During this visit, Dr. Bowers will review developmental history, current symptoms, school and social functioning, and any prior evaluations or treatments.
Following the initial evaluation, Dr. Bowers will discuss her findings and work with your family to develop a collaborative, individualized treatment plan. This may include medication management, mindfulness-based interventions for older children and teens, nutritional supplementation, or lifestyle adjustments. Follow-up appointments are typically 25 or 50 minutes depending on your child's needs and level of complexity.
Free Introductory Call
Discuss your concerns and learn about the practice to determine if it is the right fit for your family.
Initial Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment with both parent and child, including developmental history, symptoms, and prior evaluations.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Collaborative, integrative approach tailored to your child, combining medication, mindfulness, and lifestyle strategies.
Rates for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Bowers Integrative Psychiatry is a private-pay practice and does not bill insurance directly. A superbill can be provided for submission to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Initial Appointments
Children and adolescent intakes are typically 90 min. Time is split between parents and child.
Follow-Up Appointments
Visit length is determined by individual needs and level of complexity.
Other Services
Second opinions include record review, clinician coordination, and documentation.
For complete pricing details, visit the Rates & Fees page.
Frequently Asked Questions About Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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Dr. Bowers treats children as young as 3 years old, teenagers, and adults of all ages. Her fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Georgetown University Hospital and subspecialty training in early childhood mental health make her especially equipped to work with young children.
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Diagnostic evaluations and treatment are available for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety disorders including school anxiety and school avoidance, impulse control disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, OCD, and trauma and stressor-related disorders.
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When appropriate, yes. Dr. Bowers takes a carefully considered and collaborative approach to medication use in children, involving shared decision-making and informed consent. Medication may be combined with non-medication options such as mindfulness-based interventions for older children and teens, nutritional supplementation, or lifestyle optimization.
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Yes. Dr. Bowers has completed specialized training in diagnosing autism in children, teens, and adults. Autism diagnostic assessments are comprehensive and involve discussions with family members, teachers, therapists, and spouses, along with research-validated screening tools including the SRS-2 combined with a structured interview based on the ADI-R.
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A free 15-minute introductory call with Dr. Bowers is required before the first appointment. During this call, you can discuss your child's needs and determine if the practice is the right fit for your family. If you would like to move forward, you will receive an invitation to book an initial appointment via email.
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The practice is private-pay and does not bill insurance directly. A superbill can be provided for you to submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
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Yes. Telehealth appointments are available throughout Colorado and in the states of Maryland, Montana, New York, Oregon and Washington. Patients must be located in one of these states during their appointment. However, in-person appointments may be better suited for young children, individuals seeking autism evaluations, and those interested in yoga therapy.
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The practice is not designed for and does not accept patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, methamphetamines, kratom, or cannabis. Dr. Bowers does not routinely prescribe benzodiazepines, Ambien, Lunesta, or Sonata, and does not prescribe opioids.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in Colorado Springs
Colorado consistently ranks among the states with the highest prevalence of mental illness, and 47 out of 64 Colorado counties do not have a single practicing child and adolescent psychiatrist. Families in the Colorado Springs area often face long wait times to access specialized psychiatric care for their children.
Dr. Bowers is one of the few dual board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrists serving the greater Colorado Springs region with in-person availability. Her office in Downtown in the Wells Fargo Tower at 90 S Cascade Ave provides convenient access for families across El Paso County and surrounding communities including Fountain, Monument, Castle Rock, Black Forest, Falcon, Woodland Park, and Palmer Lake.
For families outside the Colorado Springs area, telehealth appointments extend access throughout Colorado and across five additional states: Maryland, Montana, New York, Oregon, and Washington. Regardless of location, every patient receives the same comprehensive, integrative approach to care.
If your child is struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, book a free introductory call to learn how Bowers Integrative Psychiatry can help.
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