Dr. Elizabeth “Ellie” Stevens

Called to heal the whole person—mind, body, and spirit

I’m a Christian, board-certified psychiatrist, retired U.S. Air Force officer, and trauma survivor. My life’s work is helping people encounter Jesus’ healing while receiving excellent, evidence-based psychiatric care. I’ve learned personally and professionally that God meets us in the deepest valleys and leads us to freedom, purpose, and renewed hope.

My story

For years, I carried heavy responsibility as a physician and officer. Then a severe traumatic brain injury and a cascade of losses brought me to the end of myself. In that season, God rebuilt what pain had fractured and redirected my calling: to walk with others through trauma, moral injury, anxiety, and depression with both clinical wisdom and Christ-centered care. That passion led me to found Advancing Warriors International, a ministry that equips veterans, first responders, and their families to heal in Christ-honoring community.

Training, credentials, and service

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry).
Medical Degree (DO): Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences.
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (Psychiatry).
Additional clinical training/experience: Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Military service: Retired USAF Major, 10 years of service.
Author: Unshackled: Finding God’s Freedom from Trauma

Mission

Empowering Lives Through Therapy

To provide Christ-centered, evidence-based psychiatric care that heals the whole person, mind, body, and spirit, so patients encounter Jesus’ hope, reclaim their God-given identity, and live with restored purpose.

Core commitments

Clinical excellence: Careful diagnosis, trauma-informed treatment, and medication management when appropriate.
Faith first: Prayerful, Scripture-aligned guidance that honors each person’s walk with God.
Whole-person healing: Integrating biological, psychological, relational, and spiritual care.
Steadfast compassion: A safe, unhurried space where hard stories are held with dignity and truth.
Community & discipleship: Connecting patients to Christ-centered groups and practical next steps for lasting transformation.