Meet Liz Connor | Integrative Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Provider

We had the good fortune of connecting with Liz Connor and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Liz, what principle do you value most?
The value that matters most to me is human connection.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I’ve been trained in many tools—medications, supplements, integrative approaches, and psychedelics—but again and again, I return to the power of relationship. In my work, connection is not just therapeutic—it’s essential.

We’re living in a time of unprecedented digital access, yet so many people feel deeply alone. Social media and AI give the appearance of connection, but not the felt sense of being known or understood. Our culture doesn’t prioritize authentic social bonds, and I see the cost of that every day in my practice. Many of my clients arrive feeling isolated, and in need of real, sustained connection.

Psychedelics like ketamine and psilocybin can be powerful in this process—not just because they open up emotional access, but because they help people reconnect to their capacity for relationship. These medicines can soften rigid defenses, invite vulnerability, and awaken a sense of belonging. Clients often come out of these experiences with a deeper understanding of how they show up in the world, and a renewed desire to connect—with partners, family, friends, and community—in more intentional and meaningful ways.

Ultimately, the medicine is an adjunct. The core of the work is relational. Through presence, deep listening, and co-creating a safe space, I help clients remember that they are not alone. I try to meet each person with authenticity and care, because that’s where real healing begins—and where the possibility of reconnection with the world starts to come alive.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I’m most excited about working in the natural medicine space under Colorado’s new regulated model.

It’s meaningful to be part of something so forward-thinking. As a licensed clinical facilitator and psychiatric nurse practitioner, I will be able to offer care that’s both safe and rooted in tradition. I’m especially inspired by the philosophy of Mexican healer María Sabina, who taught that we are each our own medicine. The work is about helping people reconnect with that truth by gently removing what’s in the way.

I came to this path through my own healing journey with postpartum anxiety. Discovering integrative psychiatry changed everything—it offered a whole-person approach that felt right.

Before becoming a RN and then a nurse practitioner, I worked in international education, guiding U.S. teens through immersive programs around the world. That work was relational and perspective-shifting, and it mirrors what I do now—creating space for reflection, connection, and transformation.

I’ve worked hard to get where I am, but it’s felt more like a natural unfolding than a struggle. When we take time to look inward and get honest with ourselves about our gifts, I believe our purpose starts to reveal itself.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I love Fort Collins! We jump in the river frequently. There are dozens of places to take a walk and connect with nature within the city. Fox meadows, Riverbend ponds are my favorite in town. We often drive up to State Forest State Park or Red Feather Lakes on the weekends with our camper . In my opinion the best part of this city is that it provides easy access to nature. There are dozens of great places to get a meal or drink in this town, and it always feels laid back and fun. Fort Collins is truly an amazing place to live.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
My team at the Wholeness Center in Fort Collins has been the foundation of my growth as a provider.

The mentorship I’ve received—especially from Dr. Scott Shannon, Dr. Mary Rondeau, and Dr. Kylie House—has deeply shaped how I practice. They’ve modeled what true relationship-based care looks like: collaborative, heart-centered, and rooted in integrity. At Wholeness, that care starts with how we show up for each other. We prioritize shared learning, connection, and a culture of trust that extends beyond the clinic walls.

Together, we’ve also been building something truly visionary—our work on developing a natural medicine healing center, as well as our continued evolution of ketamine-assisted therapy. These projects reflect our shared belief in integrative, consciousness-expanding care that’s grounded in strong relationships and clinical excellence.

I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a brilliant, compassionate, and forward-thinking team.

Website: https://jadepsychiatry.com/

Other: wholeness.com

you can find me at either website

Image Credits
Edina Clagett