Overview
Professional Summary: Maria is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with specialized expertise in integrative psychiatric care. Combining a deep understanding of traditional mental health treatments with holistic and alternative approaches, she offers a comprehensive, individualized approach to mental wellness. Maria is passionate about providing personalized, compassionate care that addresses the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—ensuring that clients feel supported in every aspect of their mental health journey.
With training in both conventional psychiatric treatments and integrative modalities, Maria works with patients to create balanced treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based therapies, mindfulness practices, nutrition counseling, and lifestyle interventions. A firm believer in the mind-body connection, she will incorporate techniques such as meditation, yoga, acupuncture, hormone balance/restoration, and nutrition adjustments alongside psychiatric medications, tailoring each plan to fit the unique needs and preferences of the individual.
Key Areas of Expertise:
• Mood disorders (e.g., depression, bipolar disorder)
• Anxiety and stress management
• Holistic approaches to mental health
• Integrative treatment planning (medications, therapies, mindfulness, nutrition, deficiencies, genetic testing, lab testing)
• Chronic mental health conditions (e.g., PTSD, OCD)
• Patient-centered care and advocacy
• Mindfulness-based interventi.
Her top areas of expertise are Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Insomnia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
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Locations
355 S Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226
Additional Areas of Focus
Pontiero has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maria Pontiero, NP
How do I make an appointment with Maria Pontiero, NP?
You can book an appointment with Maria Pontiero, NP by calling their office at 720-702-4889. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Maria Pontiero, NP a top-rated expert for Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Maria Pontiero, NP is classified as an Experienced expert for Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Maria Pontiero, NP specialize in?
While Maria Pontiero, NP is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Insomnia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Maria Pontiero, NP accept my insurance?
Maria Pontiero, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 720-702-4889 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Ms. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Ms. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- InsomniaMs. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Major DepressionMs. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Ms. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Ms. Pontiero isExperienced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).