Psychiatrists in Saint Lucie County, FL
Shannon Bucciarelli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, B-C
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
Sara Waterbury
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Feeling emotionally or physically disconnected? Your Mental and Emotional well-being is worth fighting for. I’d be honored to help you on your journey. My mission is to improve the lives of my patients everyday through providing consistent mental health care via evidence-based treatment modalities, in a holistic manner. Anxiety / Depression / Grief / End of Life-Family Support / Empty Nest-Role Transitioning PTSD / Growing New Coping Skills / Relationship Issues / Medication Management / LGBTQIA+ Identity. My affirming and empathetic approach can help you gain a sense of normalcy, dig deeper and begin to make the changes you desire.
Feeling emotionally or physically disconnected? Your Mental and Emotional well-being is worth fighting for. I’d be honored to help you on your journey. My mission is to improve the lives of my patients everyday through providing consistent mental health care via evidence-based treatment modalities, in a holistic manner. Anxiety / Depression / Grief / End of Life-Family Support / Empty Nest-Role Transitioning PTSD / Growing New Coping Skills / Relationship Issues / Medication Management / LGBTQIA+ Identity. My affirming and empathetic approach can help you gain a sense of normalcy, dig deeper and begin to make the changes you desire.
Lyssa Brooks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
My ideal client is open-minded and motivated and would like to explore medication as part of their treatment plan. They may struggle with various mental health issues such as anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, depression, or other mood disorders. Their goal is to find relief from their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
My ideal client is open-minded and motivated and would like to explore medication as part of their treatment plan. They may struggle with various mental health issues such as anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, depression, or other mood disorders. Their goal is to find relief from their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
Michelle McCarthy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
I am passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
I am passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
Pathway Of Wellness Psychiatry LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP -, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 (Online Only)
Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, PMHHNP our mission is our comment and dedication to providing quality specialized mental health services to move our clients on their wellness journey and success to achieve their path to mental clarity.
Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, PMHHNP our mission is our comment and dedication to providing quality specialized mental health services to move our clients on their wellness journey and success to achieve their path to mental clarity.
QuBu Health and Management LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, AAPRN, NP-C
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Dr. QueenBourrows is a Nurse Practitioner, board-certified and licensed by the state of Florida and Georgia to provide patient-centered healthcare to patients of all ages. Scope of practice encompasses health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management of common and complex health care problems beginning in childhood and continuing throughout the aging process, with a passion and focus in mental Health and Substance disorder. Dr. QueenBourrows career in health care began 11 years ago working in multiple settings as a nurse in hospitals, Outpatient, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, Residential, correction.
Dr. QueenBourrows is a Nurse Practitioner, board-certified and licensed by the state of Florida and Georgia to provide patient-centered healthcare to patients of all ages. Scope of practice encompasses health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management of common and complex health care problems beginning in childhood and continuing throughout the aging process, with a passion and focus in mental Health and Substance disorder. Dr. QueenBourrows career in health care began 11 years ago working in multiple settings as a nurse in hospitals, Outpatient, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, Residential, correction.
Renata Angelini, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Our philosophy is to take care of mind, body and soul. We strive to achieve positive results and we believe a holistic approach is the best way. Although we can not help everyone, we at least try our best to provide many options for a resolution of many mental health issues. BeWell, BeYoung!
Our philosophy is to take care of mind, body and soul. We strive to achieve positive results and we believe a holistic approach is the best way. Although we can not help everyone, we at least try our best to provide many options for a resolution of many mental health issues. BeWell, BeYoung!
Florida Psychiatry Associates
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Our practice takes a holistic approach to mental health. We work collaboratively with your therapists, school support teams, pediatricians and other medical providers to ensure that you receive quality individualized care. We provide medication management for children, teens, adults and the elderly. We also provide the ADOS-2 autism diagnostic assessment.
Our practice takes a holistic approach to mental health. We work collaboratively with your therapists, school support teams, pediatricians and other medical providers to ensure that you receive quality individualized care. We provide medication management for children, teens, adults and the elderly. We also provide the ADOS-2 autism diagnostic assessment.
Dr. Morgan Alexander
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34984 (Online Only)
Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
Dr. Maryam Davari
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
Dr. Chenhang Zou
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
Dr. Zou is welcoming new patients seeking specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric concerns. As a holistic psychiatrist, Dr. Zou draws from a wide-ranging toolbox of treatment options - including psychotherapy, psycho-education and lifestyle adaptations in addition to medication where appropriate. Consequently, patients benefit from a well-integrated approach to care that is both systematic and thorough.
Dr. Zou is welcoming new patients seeking specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric concerns. As a holistic psychiatrist, Dr. Zou draws from a wide-ranging toolbox of treatment options - including psychotherapy, psycho-education and lifestyle adaptations in addition to medication where appropriate. Consequently, patients benefit from a well-integrated approach to care that is both systematic and thorough.
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Dr. Michael Rosen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
Debra Hain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Pierce, FL 34951
Hello, I am so happy you are taking the time to read this. I am here to partner with you in your mental healthcare. As a nurse practitioner for over 20 years, I have provided care for persons living with chronic health conditions and more recently those with mental health conditions.
Hello, I am so happy you are taking the time to read this. I am here to partner with you in your mental healthcare. As a nurse practitioner for over 20 years, I have provided care for persons living with chronic health conditions and more recently those with mental health conditions.
Patrick Sassoon
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient’s cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient’s cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
Andrea J Briner-Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
We treat Depression, Anxiety, Mood disorders, ADHD, Insomnia, Substance abuse, Weight loss, PTSD, and many other areas to make you feel the best you can be. Our focus is the patient as a whole mind, body, and spirit. We will work closely to achieve your ideal self. We offer individual, children, women, family, and group therapy. We also offer group therapy of special interest. We have in office services and telemedicine -over the internet for individuals who are unable to come to our office in east Port Saint Lucie just North of Jensen Beach.
We treat Depression, Anxiety, Mood disorders, ADHD, Insomnia, Substance abuse, Weight loss, PTSD, and many other areas to make you feel the best you can be. Our focus is the patient as a whole mind, body, and spirit. We will work closely to achieve your ideal self. We offer individual, children, women, family, and group therapy. We also offer group therapy of special interest. We have in office services and telemedicine -over the internet for individuals who are unable to come to our office in east Port Saint Lucie just North of Jensen Beach.
Dr. Arif Noorbaksh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or bipolar and related disorders? I strongly believe in meeting patients where they are in their individual journeys. The ideal client is the one who attends their initial evaluation to talk through their experience and potential treatment options. I approach patient care holistically and attempt to develop an understanding of the patient’s lived experience and current symptoms.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or bipolar and related disorders? I strongly believe in meeting patients where they are in their individual journeys. The ideal client is the one who attends their initial evaluation to talk through their experience and potential treatment options. I approach patient care holistically and attempt to develop an understanding of the patient’s lived experience and current symptoms.
Rahonie Persaud Evans
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP , FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
I am a Dual Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice licensed to practice in Florida. As a doctoral-prepared nurse practitioner with over thirteen years of experience, I am empowered to take a holistic and individualized approach to every client, knowing that mental health can affect multiple areas of one's life. So, if you are feeling overwhelmed and seeking to live a well-balanced life, you have come to the right place.
I am a Dual Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice licensed to practice in Florida. As a doctoral-prepared nurse practitioner with over thirteen years of experience, I am empowered to take a holistic and individualized approach to every client, knowing that mental health can affect multiple areas of one's life. So, if you are feeling overwhelmed and seeking to live a well-balanced life, you have come to the right place.
MindSet & Recovery Diversified LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Khatriena Johnson. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing care in Port St Lucie, FL. My training and experience has given me the opportunity to work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, mood, and behavioral disorders. I provide services to Adolescents, Adults, Veterans, and previously incarcerated individuals.
Welcome! My name is Khatriena Johnson. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing care in Port St Lucie, FL. My training and experience has given me the opportunity to work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, mood, and behavioral disorders. I provide services to Adolescents, Adults, Veterans, and previously incarcerated individuals.
Charles A. Buscema, MD. Addiction Alternatives LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
I have noted with great concern the explosion of prescription opiate drug abuse in south Florida and subsequently the number of addicted and disfunctional persons who suffer from this terrible disorder. My practice is oriented towards substitution of Suboxone for prescription opiates. You will receive careful monitoring and medical management with individual evaluation, urine screening, program and group referrals with a reasonable tapering of the Suboxone over a period of weeks or months in accordance with federal oversight guidelines.
I have noted with great concern the explosion of prescription opiate drug abuse in south Florida and subsequently the number of addicted and disfunctional persons who suffer from this terrible disorder. My practice is oriented towards substitution of Suboxone for prescription opiates. You will receive careful monitoring and medical management with individual evaluation, urine screening, program and group referrals with a reasonable tapering of the Suboxone over a period of weeks or months in accordance with federal oversight guidelines.
Brence Brooks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953 (Online Only)
Brence Brooks is a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center in 2020. He received his bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Louisville and his master’s degree in Nursing from Walden University. Specialty areas include medication management for major depressive disorder, bipolar I and II disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, childhood behavioral disorders, psychotic disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Brence Brooks is a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center in 2020. He received his bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Louisville and his master’s degree in Nursing from Walden University. Specialty areas include medication management for major depressive disorder, bipolar I and II disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, childhood behavioral disorders, psychotic disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in Saint Lucie County, FL
40+
Average cost per session
$187
Psychiatrists in Saint Lucie County, FL who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
70% | ADHD |
70% | Medication Management |
68% | Bipolar Disorder |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
59% | Addiction |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
92% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
89% | Optum |
86% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Psychiatrists in Saint Lucie County, FL see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Saint Lucie County?
The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?
Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.
Do psychiatrists offer therapy?
Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations. While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.