Find a psychiatrist in Brandon, FL — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Brandon, FL accepting new patients
Seeking mental health support in Brandon? Headway's network of 1,223 providers offers virtual and in-person sessions across neighborhoods like Westshore, Carrollwood, and Valrico. Experience compassionate care with average savings of 75% through insurance, free consultations, and providers available as soon as tomorrow.
Dual board-certified PMHNP & FNP with 25 years of nursing experience in women's health and obstetrics. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, insomnia, and perinatal mental health — offering medication management and CBT therapy. You'll feel heard, understood, and clear on what's been driving how you feel.
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, seen, and understood. My goal is to provide compassionate, individualized care in a welcoming and judgment-free environment.
Great to Meet you!!! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient centered care in a safe and supportive environment. I work collaboratively with each individual to understand their unique experiences, goals, and challenges.
I want you to know that my role is to support you with compassion, respect, and evidence‐based care. I take the time to listen closely so I can understand what you’re experiencing and what matters most to you. My approach is collaborative—I believe treatment works best when we make decisions together. I’m here to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly and feel heard. My goal is to help you move toward stability, confidence, and a better quality of life.
Meredith Brainard is a double Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience and providing care of patients and varied settings. Meredith has experience in working with all ages across the lifespan, including children, adolescence, adults, and geriatrics.
My approach to mental health care is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based. I believe in treating the whole person — not just symptoms. Every patient receives individualized care tailored to their personal goals, medical history, and life circumstances.
I’m a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who brings both learned and lived experience into the room. I’ve spent years in healthcare, particularly oncology, sitting with people through some of the hardest, messiest, most uncertain seasons of their lives. I also know that understanding mental health from a textbook and actually living through hard things are two very different kinds of education. I bring both. I’m what I like to call a two in one provider. I combine medication management and therapy because I don’t believe mental health care should stop at a prescription. Medication can absolutely be part of the answer, but so can your sleep, relationships, stress, trauma, physical health, environment, habits, and the life you’re actually living. I want the whole picture. And I keep it real. I’m warm, direct, honest, and yes, there will probably be humor. You don’t need the perfect words or a polished version of yourself with me. We figure out what’s actually going on, what isn’t working, and what makes sense for you. Because the goal isn’t just to feel “less bad.” It’s to help you feel more like yourself again.
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Felicie's been known for her authenticity, nonjudgmental, caring, and devoted provider. She has been in the healthcare industry for over 14 years. She is a family and mental health nurse practitioner. Her patients are always her priority. She holds a master's and post-master's in family and psychiatric nursing. She is currently practicing at Evoke Wellness. Additionally, she is an adjunct clinical faculty at of Miami. She believes in safe and patient-centered care.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Brandon, FL



- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%PTSD
- 89%Bipolar disorder
- 85%ADD/ADHD

- 100%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 78%Ascension
- 67%Providence Health Plan

- 100%English
- 15%Spanish
- 7%Arabic
- 4%Vietnamese

- 100%In-person or online

- 81%Woman
- 19%Man

- 89%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 4%Medical Doctor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 4%Family therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Brandon
Finding psychiatrists in Brandon starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want to explore. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management may involve discussing symptoms, tracking how care is working over time, and adjusting the care plan with a qualified clinician. People often look for psychiatric support for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. As you compare Brandon psychiatric care options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match your needs.
Brandon is a smaller market, so local appointment options may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual psychiatry can expand your search beyond nearby offices while still letting you meet with a licensed psychiatrist from home. Psychiatric medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber, depending on the type of support they’re looking for. Before booking, read each psychiatrist’s profile to review their specialties, appointment format, availability, and communication style.
Psychiatric care in Brandon can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance plan, schedule, and care preferences. You can compare bios, see estimated costs after entering your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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