Our Team

The people behind your care.

Compassionate mental health care for Colorado Springs — where healing happens in community. Meet the dedicated professionals committed to your mental health.

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Mary Sturgis, PMHNP-BC

Mary Sturgis

PMHNP-BC

Medication Management

As a PMHNP, Mary provides holistic, person-centered care integrating evidence-based practices like CBT, motivational interviewing, and medication management. She believes in a whole-person approach that includes lifestyle habits like nutrition, physical activity, and mindfulness. In sessions, you can expect a safe space to develop personalized, goal-oriented care plans with compassionate support.

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Autumn Knox, PMHNP-BC

Autumn Knox

PMHNP-BC

Medication Management

As a board-certified PMHNP with degrees from UTEP and Purdue Global, Autumn brings a unique perspective as a nurse, mother, and combat veteran. She offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic services, and medication management. Her holistic approach addresses not only symptoms but also emotional, physical, and environmental factors to promote lasting mental wellness.

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Lauren Hood, PMHNP-BC

Lauren Hood

PMHNP-BC

Medication Management

Lauren is a dedicated PMHNP-BC with extensive experience in psychiatric emergency services, addiction treatment, and inpatient mental health throughout Colorado. She specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders using evidence-based approaches. Her philosophy focuses on meeting clients where they are and empowering them to take an active role in their treatment.

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Paul Folk, PMHNP-BC

Paul Folk

PMHNP-BC

Medication Management

Paul is a board-certified PMHNP specializing in ADHD, PTSD, addiction, mood disorders, anxiety, and depression across all age groups. His patient-centered approach integrates therapy, medication management, and holistic strategies. Committed to mental health advocacy and breaking down barriers to care, Paul creates a safe, welcoming environment where patients feel heard and empowered.

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Dean Gainey, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Dean Gainey

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Medication Management

Dr. Dean Gainey is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a DNP from Michigan State University and significant experience as a Psychiatric Nurse in the U.S. Army. He specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and PTSD across all ages. His integrative, patient-centered approach emphasizes therapeutic relationships and is tailored to each patient's unique needs for effective, long-term recovery.

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Natalie Molnar, PA-C

Natalie Molnar

PA-C

Medication Management

Natalie is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and mood related conditions across the lifespan. She takes a whole-person approach, combining evidence-based psychiatric medication management with practical therapeutic strategies while considering sleep, lifestyle, stress, and daily functioning. Her style is compassionate, structured, and solution-focused, empowering patients to take an active role in their care and supporting long-term stability and growth.

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Alex Theisen, LPCC

Alex Theisen

LPCC

Therapy

As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Candidate, Alex provides culturally-sensitive therapy with curiosity, collaboration, and empowerment. Life's challenges often require new perspectives and solutions. Together, you'll gain clarity and confidence in who you are, drawing upon your identity, relationships, emotions, and unique strengths to create meaningful change.

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Karen Jensen, M.S., LPC

Karen Jensen

M.S., LPC

Therapy

Karen Jensen, M.S., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Colorado Springs, CO, with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in emotionally focused therapy, trauma informed care, and family systems therapy, offering a warm, supportive approach that integrates cognitive, somatic, and relational techniques to help clients heal from past trauma and build stronger, healthier relationships. Clients often share that they feel deeply seen, understood, and supported in a space grounded in trust, emotional safety, and professional expertise.

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Why Choose Circle Psychiatry?

Breaking down the barriers to mental health care

From experienced providers and flexible telehealth to accepted insurance and truly personalized plans, every part of our practice is built to make expert psychiatric care easier to reach — and easier to stay with.

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