Brett Leifson, Nurse Practitioner
Brett Leifson is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner at LifeStance Health, serving patients across Arizona with a focus on providing compassionate, evidence-based care. Brett works with a wide range of age groups, from adolescents to seniors, offering personalized mental health services that include individual therapy, medication management, and substance abuse treatment. His approach is tailored to support patients through life’s most challenging transitions, especially those who have recently been discharged from psychiatric hospitals, helping them to stabilize and regain their footing in everyday life.
Brett is passionate about addressing complex mental health issues, with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, and PTSD. He is skilled in helping individuals navigate midlife and later life transitions, offering guidance and support during these pivotal moments. Brett also specializes in treating sleep disorders and insomnia, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia, among other interventions, to help patients achieve restful sleep and improve their overall quality of life.
In his practice, Brett integrates various therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Christian Counseling, and mindfulness-based techniques. He offers faith-based treatment options for those seeking to incorporate their spiritual beliefs into their mental health journey.
Brett has a strong commitment to serving diverse populations, including first responders, military veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community. His understanding of the unique challenges faced by these groups allows him to offer specialized care that is both inclusive and effective. Brett’s holistic approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive care that addresses both their mental and physical health needs.
Outside of his professional life, Brett enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, hunting, and archery. He values time spent with family and friends, often finding relaxation and renewal in nature. His love for the outdoors reflects his belief in the importance of balance and well-being in all aspects of life.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 6-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Depression/feeling down
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Drug/substance use
- Eating issues: binging
- First responder stress
- Gambling
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Hallucinations
- Intellectual challenges: generally independent
- Intense mood changes
- Men's health/issues
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Phobias
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Religion & spirituality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School behavioral issues
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Sports performance
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
Education
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Northwestern College
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Eastern Kentucky University
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Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Brett Leifson. You can also call 480-701-9873 to have someone assist you.
Brett Leifson generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 480-701-9873 to find out Brett Leifson's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Brett Leifson:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 480-701-9873 to see how we can help.
Yes, Brett Leifson is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Brett Leifson works at:
Yes, Brett Leifson does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Brett Leifson is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: