Dr. Steven Mays, MD

Dr. Steven Mays, MD

Psychiatrist
7114 W Jefferson Ave, Lakewood, CO
Dr. Steven Mays helps adults stabilize mood, improve focus, and manage complex mental health conditions through thoughtful psychiatric care and medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, he serves adults across Colorado, offering a balanced approach that integrates clinical expertise, evidence-based treatment, and genuine attention to each patient’s lived experience. His goal is to help patients feel more grounded, functional, and confident as they navigate daily life. Dr. Mays has extensive experience treating ADHD, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. He works closely with patients to develop individualized medication plans while addressing emotional patterns, stress responses, and behavioral habits that impact mental health. His approach emphasizes careful assessment, ongoing collaboration, and adjustments that support both symptom relief and long-term stability. In addition to these core areas, Dr. Mays provides care for anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychotic disorders, grief, and midlife transitions, and offers additional psychiatric support based on individual needs. He treats adults across early adulthood through midlife. He has experience working with populations including first responders, military members and veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals. His clinical approach incorporates medication management alongside therapeutic strategies informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices. Dr. Mays believes effective psychiatric care is collaborative and respectful, combining medical insight with an understanding of each patient’s values, responsibilities, and goals. He prioritizes clarity, safety, and consistency to help patients make informed decisions about their mental health treatment
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Average wait time

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About Dr. Steven Mays

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Transition
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Men's Mental Health Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Steven Mays

Dr. Steven Mays helps adults stabilize mood, improve focus, and manage complex mental health conditions through thoughtful psychiatric care and medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, he serves adults across Colorado, offering a balanced approach that integrates clinical expertise, evidence-based treatment, and genuine attention to each patient’s lived experience. His goal is to help patients feel more grounded, functional, and confident as they navigate daily life. Dr. Mays has extensive experience treating ADHD, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. He works closely with patients to develop individualized medication plans while addressing emotional patterns, stress responses, and behavioral habits that impact mental health. His approach emphasizes careful assessment, ongoing collaboration, and adjustments that support both symptom relief and long-term stability. In addition to these core areas, Dr. Mays provides care for anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychotic disorders, grief, and midlife transitions, and offers additional psychiatric support based on individual needs. He treats adults across early adulthood through midlife. He has experience working with populations including first responders, military members and veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals. His clinical approach incorporates medication management alongside therapeutic strategies informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices. Dr. Mays believes effective psychiatric care is collaborative and respectful, combining medical insight with an understanding of each patient’s values, responsibilities, and goals. He prioritizes clarity, safety, and consistency to help patients make informed decisions about their mental health treatment

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Areas of expertise

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Schizophrenia
Psychoses
Psychological and emotional distress
Schizophrenia
Psychoses
Psychological and emotional distress

Office location

Dr. Steven Mays, MD also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Colorado- 2
7114 W Jefferson Ave, Lakewood, CO 80235

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Indiana University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Colorado Boulder, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1528094216

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Dr. Steven Mays has 2 office locations in Lakewood, view full addresses on Dr. Mays's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Mays have?

Dr. Steven Mays is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Steven Mays?

Dr. Steven Mays frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Steven Mays on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Steven Mays speak?

Dr. Steven Mays speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Steven Mays in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Steven Mays. The overall rating for this doctor is 1/5. They have a 1/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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