About Me

Cheena Dahal Garner

Meet Your Provider

Hello, and welcome to Inner Path Mental Health.

I’m China Garner, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults throughout Colorado.

My approach begins with listening. I believe every person has a unique story, and understanding that story is essential to providing thoughtful, effective mental healthcare.

Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, or another mental health concern, my goal is to create a safe, respectful, and judgment-free space where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences.

Before becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I spent more than a decade as a registered nurse caring for critically ill patients in intensive care settings. That experience taught me the importance of treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis. I learned that healing requires compassion, trust, and collaboration, values that continue to guide my practice today.

At Inner Path Mental Health, I believe psychiatric care should never feel rushed or impersonal. I take time to understand your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, strengths, and personal goals so we can develop a treatment plan that truly fits your needs. Together, we’ll explore evidence-based treatment options, which may include medication management, supportive therapy, lifestyle recommendations, and collaboration with your other healthcare providers.

I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming. My hope is that from your very first visit, you’ll feel heard, respected, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward improved mental health and a more fulfilling life.

It is a privilege to walk alongside my patients on their journey toward healing, resilience, and lasting emotional wellness.

I look forward to meeting you.

INTEGRATED APPROACH

How We Walk Your Healing Journey Together

Combining medical science with human empathy to provide comprehensive, lasting emotional wellness.

  • Medication Management

    Thoughtful, conservative psychotropic medication evaluation and ongoing management tailored to minimize side effects and optimize outcomes.

  • Supportive Therapy

    Integrating psychotherapeutic techniques, psychoeducation, coping skills, and mindfulness strategies during visits.

  • Lifestyle Guidance

    Addressing sleep hygiene, stress reduction, nutrition, movement, and environmental factors to bolster neurobiological health.

  • Provider Collaboration

    Partnering with your primary care doctors, therapists, and specialists to ensure cohesive, unified healthcare.


QUALIFICATIONS & FOCUS

Clinical Specialties & Professional Background

China Dahal Garner brings rigorous clinical training and board certification to provide evidence-based care across a wide range of psychiatric conditions.

ANCC Board Certified

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Conditions & Concerns Evaluated:

Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Depression & Mood Disorders
ADHD (Pediatric & Adult)
Bipolar Spectrum Disorders
Trauma & PTSD
Life Transitions & Stress

Board Certification & Education:

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

    Board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

  • 10+ Years Intensive Care Registered Nurse (RN)

    Extensive experience in high-acuity medical and ICU patient care

  • Licensed in the State of Colorado

    Providing in-person and telehealth psychiatric care statewide

Who We Treat:

Children

Compassionate, family-centered psychiatric support.

Adolescents

Navigating school, mood, ADHD, and youth stress.

Adults

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation & care.

Ready to take the first step?

Your Journey Begins Here

You don't have to navigate mental health alone. Reach out today to schedule an evaluation, medication management, or ongoing psychiatric care.