Integrative Psychiatry of the Rockies
Kathleen Friend, M.D.
Welcome to Integrative Psychiatry of the Rockies
Connection First. Science-Guided. Beyond Medication.
Are you looking for something beyond traditional psychiatry? Next Generation Diagnosis & Treatment, Rooted in Functional Medicine & Genomics
The focus at Integrative Psychiatry of the Rockies is to diagnose and treat underlying nutritional, metabolic, and genetic contributors to both physical and mental health issues in children and adults to enhance, minimize or avoid psychiatric medications, while providing parent coaching to improve communication, attachment and relationship.
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Biomedical Evaluations
Compassionate, step-by-step guidance to diagnose and treat underlying nutritional, metabolic, and genetic contributors to mental health issues.
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Parent Coaching
Supporting parents with a strength based approach based on the Nurtured Heart Approach™ and the Greatness Chair Solution™
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Genomics (DNA) Testing
Precision, genomics-informed care for children and adults with autism, ADHD, mood disorders, and complex neurodevelopmental conditions.
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Public Speaking
Inspiring audiences with expertise in psychiatry, meditation, and parenting. Available for podcasts, keynotes, workshops or personalized educational events for medical practices.
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Mentoring
Consultation services for psychiatrists, pediatricians or other health providers who want to incorporate functional medicine concepts into their treatment plan for mental health issues.
Now Offering Personalized Genomics Testing
Every brain is different. Care should be too.
I provide precision, genomics-informed care for children and adults with autism, ADHD, mood disorders, and complex neurodevelopmental conditions. Instead of trial and error, we identify what is actually driving symptoms through DNA testing — and create a clear, individualized plan.
Compassionate, science-based guidance. Let’s build a plan that truly fits.
“I have been coming to Colorado since I was a child and my heart is here.”
Meet Kathleen Friend, M.D.
Dr. Friend is board-certified in psychiatry. She trained in Adult and Geriatric psychiatry with Residency and Fellowship training at Cornell University Medical School in NY. She has over 30 years of experience post-residency in Psychiatry including work in outpatient, hospital, community mental health and nursing home settings. Since 2016 she has focused on children and families . She is the former sole proprietor of Integrative Psychiatry of the Berkshires in Massachusetts until she moved to the West.
Her focus is looking for underlying biological contributors to mental health issues and treating these before going the medication route or to optimize current medication treatment.” Often the presenting issue for kids comes down to unacceptable behaviors at home or school that are causing conflict. Although behavioral programs are important, often there are underlying highly individual biochemical issues that need to be addressed.” Traditional psychiatry does not look for these and treatment is guided by symptoms and educated guesses based on evidence based medicine recommendations which do not take individuality into account. Dr Friend believes we can do better and patients deserve solutions which are not mainstream yet.
“Every step toward healing is a step toward healing the world.”Dr. Friend is available for consultation to other psychiatrists, pediatricians or other health providers who want to incorporate functional medicine concepts into their treatment plans for mental health issues.
The Greatness Chair™
In the Greatness Chair, we shower our children with the truth of their uniqueness to help them become their best selves. Experience the magic of The Greatness Chair™ together with your child. These books are available on Amazon and other online retailers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I am not able to reliably provide the comprehensive and innovative treatment within the limits of insurance requirements but will provide a superbill for submission and possible coverage by your insurance or HSA account.
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I am in-person at the Boulder, CO office on a part-time basis but available for telemedicine year round. In Arizona, I am only providing telemedicine services.
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Absolutely! I believe collaboration is key for high quality care and provides a more seamless patient experience.
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I defer this to your current psychiatrist or pediatrician but can provide consultation to them based on the results of your biomedical evaluation. I will recommend non-pharmacologic supplements when appropriate based on individualized testing. I am licensed in Arizona and Colorado and can prescribe medications but unless it is a true emergency, will defer this to your current provider.
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No. Although I have been trained to do this, my evaluations do not depend on a specific diagnosis since we are looking for underlying biochemical, nutritional and genetic issues that cross traditional diagnostic categories. I will provide diagnoses for the purpose of lab testing and insurance bills but not for schools or other agencies that require documentation for specific services.
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Yes. I provide individual and group based services.
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Yes, anyone can get genomics testing! Whether you’re trying to design a treatment plan for Autism, ADHD, or a different neurological condition, or simply want to more deeply understand how your brain and body work, genomics testing can give you some incredibly valuable information that can offer a pathway to long-term, sustainable mental and physical health.
Listen to Dr. Friend as a guest on these podcasts
