REPRODUCTIVE PSYCHIATRIST IN DENVER | LUX MENTAL HEALTH
Feeling Like Yourself Again, With a Provider Who Understands Why You Haven't Been
So women can understand what's actually driving their symptoms and leave with a real plan.
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Specialized training in reproductive psychiatry
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Care that considers the full biological context of your mental health
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In-person in Denver and telehealth across CO, CA, MA, NY, and RI
You’ve Been Told It's Normal and to Give It Time, But You’re Still Searching for an Answer
Something has shifted in your mood, your energy, your focus, the way you feel in your own skin. You've brought it up with doctors and been told you're probably just stressed. The connection between hormones and mental health is well-documented and routinely overlooked, and that gap has real consequences for women who spend years cycling through treatments that never address the root of what they're experiencing.
Trained to See What Others Miss
Hi, I’m Dr. Sarah Quaratella. During my residency at the University of Colorado, I pursued specialized training in reproductive psychiatry to understand and treat women's mental health with the depth it deserves. I pull in lab work, a full hormonal history, and evidence-based medicine to get a complete picture of what's going on. What I hear most from patients is that they finally feel like someone looked at the whole picture.
A Complete Picture, Not Just a Prescription
Reproductive psychiatry done properly means looking at everything. Here's what that includes:
Full psychiatric and hormonal history review
Lab work and cycle pattern analysis where relevant
Evaluation of mood, cognition, energy, and sleep
Evidence-based treatment planning specific to your hormonal context
Coordination with OB-GYNs, endocrinologists, and other providers when appropriate
Ongoing medication management and therapy for existing patients
One-Time Reproductive Psychiatry Consultation
(120 minutes)A comprehensive, one-time reproductive psychiatry consultation designed to evaluate how hormones are impacting mental health. We will explore your psychiatric history, physical health, hormonal patterns, and the real-world demands to clarify what’s driving your symptoms and how to address them effectively.
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This consultation is well-suited for women navigating PMDD or cycle-related mood changes, pregnancy and postpartum mental health, perimenopause and menopause, PMOS and hormone-related mood disruption, infertility, IVF, or pregnancy loss.
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Following your session, you’ll receive a detailed written report with a diagnostic impression and clear, evidence-based treatment recommendations that can be shared with you and your current provider to guide ongoing care.
Available via telehealth or in-person in Denver
Fee: $1500The Reproductive Psychiatry Process
Step 1: Book a Discovery Call
A complimentary 15-minute conversation to talk through what you're experiencing and confirm we're a good fit.Step 2: Complete Your Evaluation
A 2 hour appointment reviewing your full psychiatric, physical, and hormonal history, with lab work ordered where relevant.
Step 3: Leave With a Real Answer
You'll receive a clear diagnostic impression and a specific treatment plan, or a written report ready to share with your current provider.
Areas of Focus
PMDD and cycle-related mood changesPregnancy and postpartum mental healthPerimenopause and menopausePMOS and hormonal mood disruptionInfertility, IVF, and pregnancy lossAnxiety and OCDDepression and mood disordersEating disorders and disordered eating
Frequently Asked Questions About Reproductive Psychiatry
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OB-GYNs focus on physical and reproductive health. Therapists focus on psychological support. I sit at the intersection of both, with specialized psychiatric training to evaluate how hormones are directly influencing your mood, cognition, and mental health, and to prescribe and manage treatment accordingly.
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No. The one-time Reproductive Psychiatry Consultation is available to new patients and is designed specifically for women who want expert clarity without committing to ongoing care.
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The answer is nuanced. I will walk you through the current evidence for your specific situation, weigh it against the risks of untreated illness, and help you reach a decision that feels right for you.
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Yes. Preconception is an ideal time to review your psychiatric care. I can help you think through all your options before pregnancy begins.
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No referral needed. You can reach out directly, and Dr. Quaratella is glad to coordinate with your existing care team.
If You've Been Waiting for Someone to Take This Seriously, I’m Ready to Listen
You've spent long enough being told it's stress, or age, or something to manage. Book a complimentary discovery call, or jump straight to a one-time consultation if you're ready for a thorough evaluation with concrete steps to move you forward.