INTEGRATED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Pediatric Partners, with the assistance of Rocky Mountain Health Plans, has started an Integrated Behavioral Health program within our office. We have 3 Behavioral Health providers who are present in the office Monday-Friday. They will be able to provide targeted intervention for common behavioral and developmental challenges such as potty training, tantrums, or bedtime; they can help with management of chronic medical conditions, including adherence to treatment; assist with parental transitions (post-partum depression, returning to work, divorce); and they will serve in a critical manner to help with the interface of school and community mental health programs with the medical home.
Specializing in Support and Community Referrals
• Potty Training
• Academic Challenges
• Developmental Delay
• Anxiety
• Sleep Concerns
• Depression
• Post-Partum Adjustment and Depression
Behavioral Health Resources
Local Supports
Child and Adolescent Therapist List updated 7/2024
Adult Therapist List updated 7/2024
Spanish Speaking Providers (telehealth) updated 1/2023
Crisis Support updated 1/2022
Resources List updated 3/2023
Café au Play: Outdoor Play for Young Children
For Love & Babes Postpartum Support Group
Handouts on Development
Reach out and Read Parental Reading Guide
Reach out and Read Tips for Your Family
Handouts for Supporting Children
Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens
Anxiety Coping Skills for Children
Depression Coping Skills for Teens
Big Feelings in Toddlers and Children
Tools for Supporting Emotional Health and Well-Being - With practice, these skills can help children and youth recognize how their feelings are influenced by what they think and what they do. The skills can be useful in dealing with challenges and other everyday stressors now and as they grow into adulthood
Useful Forms
Initial Teacher Assessment: Vanderbilt Assessment for ADHD
Initial Parent Assessment: Vanderbilt Assessment for ADHD
Cuestionario para Padres: Vanderbilt de evaluación para ADHD
Teacher Follow-up: Vanderbilt Assessment for ADHD
Parent Follow-up: Vanderbilt Assessment for ADHD
Helpful Websites
Healthychildren.org: Comprehensive website created by pediatricians to offer information about parenting, development, safety, and overall health.
Ages and Stages: Information regarding developmental stages, free resources for developmental activities and how to get extra developmental support if needed.
Feeding littles: Strategies and supports from a nutritionist and occupational therapist for infants, toddlers, and children regarding nutrition and eating.
Big Little Feelings: Strategies and supports from a licensed marriage and family therapist and mom for toddler and young children regarding tantrums, feelings, discipline, and sleep.
Understood.org: Supportive resources and information for those who learn differently (ADHD, dyslexia, learning disabilities, etc.).
ADDitudemag.com: General information regarding ADHD and support for symptoms.
Aspergerexperts.com: Advice and guidance from people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder regarding parenting, schooling, motivation, and more.
Children's Hospital Colorado: Physical and Mental Health: Great description of the intersection of sleep and physical and mental health.
Quality Data for Behavioral Health
Julie Schaffer, LPCC
Julie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as a behavioral health clinician with over 25 years of experience in human services, counseling and social work field. includes working as a school social worker, care coordinator, medical social worker, and a regional social work supervisor. Julie specializes in the client-centered approach, EMDR, CBT and DBT. I offer a firm understanding of psychoeducational techniques to implement to address the unique needs of each individual client. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, implementing progressive solutions to help clients achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being.
Outside of work, Julie enjoys spending time with my children and grandchildren, cherishing the moments we share together. Her hobbys include traveling, painting and baking. If you're looking for a caring and experienced behavioral health clinician, feel free to reach out to Julie. She is here to support PPSW children and their families on their journey towards healing and growth.
Lisa Sifrit, LSW
Lisa is a social worker who has been working both locally and internationally for the past 15 years to help families overcome challenges that impact their well-being. After competing her undergraduate in Behavioral Science at Metro State University of Denver, Lisa was able to work in countries impacted by natural disasters, and this work with underprivileged populations led her to pursue a master’s in social work. She returned to Durango and worked with families experiencing homelessness, children impacted by abuse and neglect, and spent the last three years working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Lisa is now on her path to becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and uses motivational interviewing, client-centered, solution-focused, and strengths-based techniques to empower children and their caregivers as they navigate life’s many challenges. Lisa is also a Child and Family Investigator for the court and is passionate about helping families navigate divorce and the complex court system. Lisa is a Durango local and loves sharing experiences like mountain biking, skiing, rafting, and camping with her husband and their three children.
Hadley Larsen
Hadley, a native of Durango, Colorado, has always felt a deep connection to the beauty of the southwest. After graduating from Durango High School in 2013, she briefly attended the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs before realizing her true calling. With a background in veterinary medicine spanning over a decade, Hadley has dedicated her early career to helping animals in various capacities, from working in clinics to developing technology solutions for pet parents to better communicate with their veterinarians.
Transitioning from the veterinary field to a new path in mental health advocacy for children, Hadley brings her compassion and dedication to making a positive impact in the community. Her diverse experiences, including building a mobile app, working veterinary conferences around the US, managing social media for a prominent bird nutrition company, and working in emergency vet departments, have shaped her into a versatile and passionate professional.
In her free time, Hadley finds solace in camping in the mountains with her family, savoring iced coffee, indulging in self-care, and cherishing moments with her beloved French bulldog, Hudson. With a love for reading and fresh flowers, she embraces the simple joys of life while making a difference in the lives of both animals and children.
Matt Mlynarczyk, LMFT
Matt Mlynarczyk received his undergraduate degree from Webster University in Psychology and went on to earn his Clinical Master’s degree at Regis University in Marriage and Family Therapy. Matt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working with children, adolescents, families, and individuals on the Western Slope for over 10 years.
Matt’s counseling style is influenced by his past work experiences from musician to dog mushing. He pulls on these experiences through metaphor, curiosity, understanding, and creativity. He strives for a collaborative approach rooted in respect and purposefulness, utilizing a client’s strengths as a catalyst for meaningful outcomes. In his down time, he enjoys fly-fishing, backpacking, picking the guitar on the back porch, and hanging with the family as often as possible. Matt enjoys visits from hummingbirds.
Jason Swick, LPCC
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Hours:
Main Clinic (Horse Gulch)
Monday - Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday Clinic
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bayfield Clinic
Monday - Friday
8:300 am – 5:00 pm
North Main (Durango High School)
Monday - Friday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
(hours vary during the summer and holidays)
After hours nurse on call:
970-375-0100
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Contact us for more information:
Telephone: 970-375-0100
Fax: 970-375-9210
Horse Gulch Health Campus
810 E 3rd St #301
Durango, CO 81301
Satellite Offices:
Bayfield Schools
658 S East St
Bayfield, CO 81122
North Main
School-Based Health Center
2390 Main Ave
Durango, CO 81301
Silverton Public Schools
1160 Snowden St
Silverton, CO 81433
Your PPSW Providers:
Kim Caruso MD
Cecile Fraley MD
Taylor Hayes PA-C
Brenda Huffman MD
Amy Hurley MD
Aimee Jacoby PA-C
Lauren Laqua, CPNP
David MacLaurin MD
Jessica Marsh MD
Kelly Miller MD
Savannah Porter PA-C
Amanda Singh PMHNP
Amanda Stanton DO
Michael Thwing MD
Our Integrated Behavioral Health Providers:
Davis Hoffman, BHC
Lisa Sifrit, LSW