Whole -Person Care
Our Care
We look beyond symptoms and diagnoses to understand the larger picture of your mental and physical well-being.
Your care may include:
Psychiatric Evaluation & Medication Management
Comprehensive evaluation and ongoing medication care tailored to your individual needs.
Deprescribing & Medication Reduction
For people who are wondering whether they still need a medication or would like support in reducing medications safely and thoughtfully.
Psychotherapy & Trauma Care
A space to explore what is happening beneath the symptoms and work toward meaningful change.
EMDR & Mindfulness
Evidence-informed approaches that can support healing, self-awareness, and nervous system regulation.
Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
When traditional approaches haven’t been sufficient for healing. We now have an opportunity in NM to….
Integrative Approaches
Attention to sleep, nutrition, movement, relationships, and other aspects of life that influence mental health.
Our Providers
Mindful Psychiatry is a small, collaborative psychiatric practice in New Mexico.
Our providers bring different backgrounds, experiences, and areas of expertise, while sharing a commitment to thoughtful, relationship-based care.
Andrea Ensign
APRN, PMHNP, LCSW
About
With over 30 years of experience providing mental health services across New Mexico, Andrea’s practice combines mindfulness-based psychotherapy with a variety of complementary modalities, tailoring approaches to meet each individual’s needs.
Background & Focus
Andrea holds a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and a Nursing degree from the University of Illinois. Board-certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), she is also trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and EMDR. She has completed a certification program in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy with Naropa University.
Availability
Accepting a limited number of new clients for Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Kate Colovos
APRN, PMHNP
About
Kate’s work blends integrative (holistic + evidence-based), trauma-informed psychiatry with mind-body practices, practical tools, and compassionate exploration of your story
Background & Focus
As a female veteran and healthcare professional who has experienced burnout and deep personal loss, Kate brings both clinical expertise and lived understanding to our work. She holds a deep respect for the resilience of the human spirit and our natural capacity to heal. Kate is certified in Mindful Self Compassion.
Availability
Limited Availability
Blake Pound
APRN, PMHNP
About
With more than a decade of healthcare experience, Blake combines evidence-based psychiatry with psychotherapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, and mind-body practices tailored to each individual.
Background & Focus
Blake is particularly interested in using emerging modalities and integrative approaches to mental health care alongside traditional methods. Blake is currently enrolled in a Mindful Self Compassion certification program and a Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy certification program with the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS).
Availability
Coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer tele-health appointments?
We offer tele-health and in-person appointments Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Where is your office?
Our office is located at 124 Wellesley Dr. SE in the Nob Hill district of Albuquerque. We are an ADA compliant office with 2-3 designated parking spots and plentiful on street parking.
What insurances do you accept?
We accept the following insurances: Optum/United Health Care, Presbyterian, Presbyterian Turquoise Care/Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (Commercial and Turquoise Care/Medicaid).
What if I have a different insurance carrier?
If your insurance is not listed, we are considered an out-of-network provider. A Superbill can be provided at the end of your visit if you’d like to submit it to your insurance for out-of-network benefits.
How much is a self pay appointment?
$175/session
A sliding scale fee may be available. Please ask if you need a reduced fee.
What if I need to cancel?
We set aside this time especially for you. We hope this time is as valuable for you. In the case of an emergency, we ask for a 24-hour notice to not incur a charge. No-show appointments are charged based upon the time set aside for you.
Missed appointments and late cancellations are subject to charges of $175.00.
Do you prescribe Benzodiazepines?
If you are currently taking benzodiazepines, we can work with you to taper off and explore safer alternatives for managing anxiety, panic or sleep. Due to their significant short- and long-term risks, research supports avoiding prolonged use of these medications.