Teecee Hailey-Fulfer, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Teecee Hailey-Fulfer is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who is dedicated to providing compassionate mental health care to patients of all ages, including children and adolescents.

A Strong Foundation in Care

Teecee began her journey in healthcare after completing her bachelor’s degree in 2007. She worked as a Registered Nurse before pursuing advanced studies at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine, where she earned her master's degree in 2014. Since then, she has accrued extensive experience as an APRN, PMHNP-BC in various settings, including both inpatient hospital units and private practice.

The Philosophy of Kintsugi Psychiatry

In 2019, Teecee founded Kintsugi Psychiatry, naming her practice after the beautiful traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi, which translates to "golden joinery." This practice involves repairing broken pottery with lacquer dusted with precious metals like gold, treating the breakage and repair as a valuable part of an object’s history, rather than something to conceal. This philosophy is central to Teecee’s approach: she believes that by conquering our challenges, wounds, and traumas, we emerge as an even better and stronger version of ourselves than we were before. As the ancient poet Rumi said, "The wound is the place where the light gets in."

Comprehensive and Individualized Treatment

Teecee treats a wide spectrum of mental health concerns, ranging from common conditions like depression and anxiety to more complex challenges such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. While she provides medication management for all age groups, she firmly believes in a truly holistic approach. Some of her additional certifications and specific training include:

Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider

Certified in Nutritional Psychiatry

Certified in Functional Medicine Psychiatry

Teecee understands that therapy is not one-size-fits-all, so she takes into account your genetic history, family of origin, and overall health background when creating a highly individualized treatment plan that also incorporates changing thought patterns, behavioral modifications, and proper nutrition/supplementation.

A Trustworthy Partner in Healing

Patients, particularly her large number of children and adolescent clients, find Teecee incredibly easy to open up to. She achieves this through her special brand of warmth, patience, and non-judgement, recognizing that establishing trust and comfort is the most critical first step. She advocates assertively for her patients, always protecting their privacy and confidentiality. Her attentive nature helps her attune to details that others might miss, making her highly sought after, especially by those seeking care for trauma and addiction. Teecee is committed to ensuring her patients have a right to understand their treatment protocols and end goals, maintaining clear and optimal communication throughout the healing process.