Jason West, Psychiatrist

Jason West, DO, provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adults and seniors across Colorado, offering expert medication management and substance use treatment through LifeStance Health. He partners with patients to stabilize mood, reduce anxiety, and improve overall functioning using evidence-based psychiatry tailored to each individual’s medical and psychological needs. Serving communities throughout CO, Dr. West treats adults ages 18 and older with conditions such as bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression, helping patients regain clarity, stability, and quality of life. Dr. West has extensive experience in medication management for complex mental health conditions, with particular expertise in bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and anxiety. He also supports individuals facing psychosis, PTSD, sleep disorders, and co-occurring alcohol or drug use issues. His approach integrates careful diagnostic evaluation, thoughtful psychopharmacology, and ongoing monitoring to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes. In addition to psychiatric medication management, he provides substance abuse medication management and medical procedure evaluations when appropriate. He is especially committed to caring for individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. Dr. West understands that the transition from inpatient to outpatient care is a critical period requiring close follow-up, medication stabilization, and coordinated support. He works diligently to reduce the risk of relapse or readmission by creating structured treatment plans, reinforcing coping strategies, and ensuring continuity of psychiatric care during this vulnerable time. Dr. West also has experience working with military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals with head injuries, offering specialized insight into trauma-related and service-connected mental health conditions. Since beginning his practice in 2013, he has remained dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered psychiatry grounded in clinical precision. Outside of his clinical work, Dr. West has a strong interest in flight medicine and aeronautics, reflecting his longstanding connection to aviation and service. He remains committed to improving access to high-quality psychiatric care throughout Colorado.