A leading LGBTQIA+ psychiatrist joins Chroma’s executive team to advance integrated, identity-affirming mental health and addiction recovery services in Colorado and beyond.
DENVER, Colorado, January 12, 2026 — Chroma Wellness Center today announced that Robert Davies, MD, a nationally respected psychiatrist and long-standing leader in LGBTQIA+ mental health, has joined the organization as Medical Director.
Dr. Davies brings more than 30 years of clinical expertise, academic leadership, and program innovation, along with a career dedicated to expanding access to affirming, high-quality mental health care for LGBTQIA+ communities.
Professional Background and Training
Dr. Davies earned his MD from the University of Colorado School of Medicine after completing a BA with distinction at the University of Colorado Boulder. He completed his General Adult Psychiatry Residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Resident.
These early roles laid the foundation for a career that blends clinical excellence with academic leadership.
Clinical and Academic Leadership
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Davies has helped shape the evolution of LGBTQIA+ mental health care in Colorado and nationally.
He is co-founder and former clinician of the UCHealth Integrated Transgender Program and previously served as director of the UCHealth LGBTQ Mental Health Clinic on the Anschutz Medical Campus.
At the University of Colorado School of Medicine, he served as vice chair for education in the Department of Psychiatry and director of the Psychiatry Residency Training Program. He has previously directed medical student education, served as associate director of psychiatry residency training, and led multiple programs supporting the training and development of future clinicians.
His earlier leadership includes directing the Anxiety and Mood Disorders Clinic and the Adult Psychiatry Clinic at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Recognition and Community Impact
Dr. Davies has received numerous recognitions for excellence and community service, including the UCHealth Excellence in Clinical Innovation Award for the Integrated Transgender Program, the One Colorado Ally Award, and the Power Award from Out Front Magazine and the Denver LGBT Chamber of Commerce.
Together, these recognitions reflect his long-standing commitment to affirming, community-centered care.
Clinical Philosophy
His clinical philosophy integrates Buddhist psychology with contemporary psychological science, helping individuals cultivate compassion, loving kindness, and mindful responses to life’s challenges. Dr. Davies’s approach reflects his belief that while individuals cannot control everything that occurs in their lives, they can develop practices that support resilience, presence, and emotional well-being.
Leadership at Chroma Wellness Center
“Dr. Davies is one of the most respected LGBTQIA+ mental health clinicians and educators in the country, and we are honored to welcome him to Chroma Wellness Center,” said Ryan Sturdevant, CEO and Founder.
“His leadership, clinical depth, and passionate dedication to identity-affirming care will strengthen Chroma’s integrated model and advance our mission to provide whole-person support for every client who walks through our doors.”
As Medical Director, Dr. Davies will guide clinical strategy, oversee psychiatric services, and support the continued development of Chroma’s integrated model of LGBTQIA+ mental health, addiction recovery, and wellness care.
Getting Started
Appointments and intake interviews are now being scheduled.
For information about services, availability, or insurance, please contact Chroma Wellness in Denver. Chroma Wellness works with most insurance plans to reduce barriers to care.
To learn more, go to www.chromawellnesscenter.com or call 720-734-7642.
About Chroma Wellness
Chroma Wellness Center provides a full spectrum of evidence-based, identity-affirming mental health and addiction recovery services tailored to the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
As Colorado’s first fully integrated model of LGBTQIA+ mental health, addiction recovery, and wellness care, Chroma unites clinical excellence, holistic practices, and community connection under one roof. It is an intentionally created space grounded in queer joy, safety, and liberation, where healing, authenticity, and belonging are nurtured every day. Guided by support without judgment and care without compromise, Chroma delivers compassionate, whole-person treatment across therapy, psychiatric services, recovery support, wellness offerings, and affirming housing.
Contact Chroma Wellness to learn more.
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Steven Haden
Ripple Effect Partners