Patricia Lawrence (She)

Patricia has over 35 years of experience in healthcare, during which she has honed her skills and mastered the delivery of care in a variety of settings and under diverse circumstances. Her extensive background allows her to offer individualized, patient-centered care tailored to the unique needs of each person she works with. She has worked across multiple healthcare environments, giving her a broad understanding of the complexities of patient care. Patricia’s professional journey includes working in forensic psychiatry within the Colorado Corrections system, where she completed a post-master’s certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She also holds a Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner practice from the University of Colorado. Her experience working with psychiatric geriatric patients at the Eastern Colorado Veteran’s Health Care System further deepened her expertise, earning her national certification as a Geriatric

Patricia’s personal beliefs are the cornerstone of her approach to healthcare. She believes in treating each patient as an individual, recognizing that everyone’s journey to wellness is unique. With over 35 years of experience in the field, she understands that effective care goes beyond just managing symptoms; it involves understanding the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Patricia is deeply committed to empowering her patients to take an active role in their health. She believes in the power of education, teaching her patients how to incorporate both non-pharmacological skills and psychiatric medications into their treatment plans. This balance helps her patients not only manage their conditions but thrive in their daily lives. Her holistic approach reflects her belief that a combination of therapeutic interventions, lifestyle changes, and medication, when used correctly, can lead to long-term wellness. Patricia also believes that mental health care should be accessible and comp