Mercyhealth welcomes board certified psychiatrist

Mercyhealth is pleased to welcome José Colón-Godén, MD, board certified psychiatrist, to Mercyhealth Behavioral Health Clinic, 903 Mineral Point Ave., Janesville.

"I believe every patient deserves to feel heard, respected and actively involved in their treatment," said Dr. Colón-Godén. "My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while developing treatment plans that are tailored to each patient's unique needs, goals and life circumstances. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where patients and families feel comfortable asking questions, working collaboratively, and making meaningful progress toward improved mental health."

After earning his medical degree at Ponce Health Sciences University, Puerto Rico, Dr. Colón-Godén served a psychiatry residency at Hackensack Meridian Health's Ocean University Medical Center, Brick Township, NJ. He then completed a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Hackensack Meridian Health's Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune City, NJ. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Dr. Colón-Godén's special interests include:

• Psychiatric care for children, adolescents and adults
• ADHD
• Adjustment-related concerns
• Anxiety disorders
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Depression
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

To make an appointment with Dr. Colón-Godén, call (608) 756-5555.