Aimee Sullivan, PhD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Philosphy
Specialty:
- Psychology
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
CU Anschutz Helen and Arthur E Johnson Depression Center
Anschutz Health Sciences Building
1890 N Revere Ct
Anschutz Health Sciences Bldg, Suite 5240
Aurora, CO 80045
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Phone: (303) 724-3300 (303) 724-3300
Fax: (303) 724-4698
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- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
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- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
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- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
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- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
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Clinic Information:
The CU Anschutz Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center is dedicated to helping patients and families by providing transformative treatment of depression and bipolar disorders and other related mood disorders. As part of the National Network of Depression Centers, the Johnson Depression Center’s innovative team-based and integrated care models are revolutionizing the mental and behavioral health landscape.
Our mission is to improve the lives of people with depression and mood disorders through clinical excellence, innovative research, community programs and education.
The nationally recognized CU Anschutz Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center specializes in evidence-based, innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating patients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders and related conditions. We are dedicated to helping patients and families by providing state-of-the-art, personalized and compassionate mental health care.
Team-Based Care
Our experienced providers use a multidisciplinary team-based care model to deliver coordinated psychotherapy and medication management to adults, children and adolescents. This approach provides patients with a full team of professionals who have diverse skills and expertise and helps ensure that patient care is personalized and is of the highest quality possible.
All regular providers are faculty from the department of Psychiatry and include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers and licensed professional counselors.
Conditions Treated:
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Stress-related disorders
- Trauma
- ADHD
- Difficulty coping with major life changes and stressors (e.g. relationship changes, relocations, job stress)
- Related mood disorders and psychological problems
Intensive Outpatient Program:
The Mood Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides intensive treatment for people struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, other mood disorders and/or suicidal ideation by utilizing Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Behavioral Activation.
Services are offered at the CU Anschutz Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center in an in-person group therapy setting. This 6-week program meets 3 times per week for 3 hours per day.
More information about the Mood Disorder IOP can be found in our informative flyer. To enroll, call our front desk at 303-724-3300 and ask to schedule an IOP intake.
Click here to access additional Depression Center information
Providers
Alexandra Yannacone, MS
Provider Credentials:
- Master of Science
Specialty:
- Psychology
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Alexes Czerpak, PMHNP
Provider Credentials:
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Amy Lopez, PhD, LCSW
Provider Credentials:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Doctor of Philosphy
Specialty:
- Psychology
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Andrew Novick, MD, PhD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Medicine
- Doctor of Philosphy
Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Male
Language:
- English
Annaliese Scheer, MSW
Provider Credentials:
- Master of Social Work
Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Anne Penner, MD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Medicine
Specialty:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Chris Schneck, MD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Medicine
Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Male
Language:
- English
Dana Steidtmann, PhD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Philosphy
Specialty:
- Psychology
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Daren Norris, PsyD
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Psychology
Specialty:
- Psychology
Gender:
Male
Language:
- English
David Brown, DO
Provider Credentials:
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Gender:
Male
Language:
- English
Eleanor Todd, MSW
Provider Credentials:
- Master of Social Work
Specialty:
- Clinical Social Worker
Gender:
Female
Language:
- English
Specialties
Conditions
- Mental Health and Behavior
- Mental Health and Behavior - Depression
- Mental Health and Behavior - Bipolar Disorder
- Mental Health and Behavior - Mood and Anxiety
- Mental Health and Behavior - Anxiety / Worry / Panic Attacks
- Mental Health and Behavior - Caregiver stress
- Mental Health and Behavior - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Mental Health and Behavior - Bereavement
- Mental Health and Behavior - Stress
- Mental Health and Behavior - LGBTQ+ related issues
- Mental Health and Behavior - Anxiety
- Mental Health and Behavior - Trauma / PTSD
- Mental Health and Behavior - Panic Disorder
- Mental Health and Behavior - Grief and loss
- Mental Health and Behavior - Relationship problems
- Women's Health
- Mental Health and Behavior - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Mental Health and Behavior - Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Wellness and Prevention
- Stress Management
- Mental Health and Behavior - Phobias
- Mental Health and Behavior - Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
- Mental Health and Behavior - Postpartum Depression
- Mental Health and Behavior - Eating Disorders
- Mental Health and Behavior - Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mental Health and Behavior - Gender identity for Adults
- Mental Health and Behavior - Attention / Motivation / ADHD
- Mental Health and Behavior - Sleep problems
- Mental Health and Behavior - Mental Health and Behavior
- Mental Health and Behavior - Insomnia
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Clinic InformationPolicies and Procedures
How to Make an Appointment
Our clinics can see you in-person or via virtual visits. To schedule, call our clinics directly or visit our patient portal, My Health Connection, offered in partnership with UCHealth. Our Make an Appointment page has additional information and scheduling resources.
Canceling or Rescheduling an Appointment
If you need to cancel or reschedule, call your clinic at least 24 hours in advance.
Preparing for Your Visit
Plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early and bring:
- A valid photo ID
- Your current insurance card(s) and payment for your co-pay
- A list of your current medications
- Any questions or concerns you want to discuss with your provider
Patients arriving more than 10 minutes late may be asked to reschedule their appointment.
Our Plan Your Visit page has more details on what to expect before, during and after your appointment.
Billing and Insurance
Our Billing and Insurance Information page has helpful information on paying your bill online, payment options and billing estimates.
If you have billing questions, contact CU Medicine’s billing department:
Phone: 303-493-7700
Email: BillingQuestions@cumedicine.us
CU Medicine accepts a wide range of insurance plans to help patients access care. Our Accepted Insurance page provides a full list of the plans CU Medicine accepts.
Check with your insurance provider before your appointment. This way, you can confirm your benefits and coverage, as they can change.
If you do not have health insurance, contact our billing department at 303-493-7700 before your visit to discuss payment options and estimate your costs.
Our Common Clinical Fees page lists fees for common clinical services provided at CU Medicine clinics.
Patient Responsibilities
Patients are responsible for:
- Providing accurate and complete health and insurance information
- Bringing required documents and insurance information to appointments
- Meeting financial obligations related to their care
- Treating staff and providers with respect, including not using threatening or foul language
- Not smoking, vaping or using e-cigarettes inside the clinic or on clinic property
- Not bringing guns, knives or other weapons into the clinic or onto clinic property – this prohibition includes individuals with concealed weapons permits
Accessibility and Language Services
CU Medicine offers accommodations for patients with disabilities and free language assistance services. Auxiliary aids and accessible formats are available at no cost. Speak with clinic staff if you need assistance.