Find a psychiatrist in Fort Lauderdale, FL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepting new patients
Mental health support is accessible in Fort Lauderdale through Headway's 1,120 provider network serving neighborhoods like Coachman Cove, Victoria Park, and Las Olas. Access talk therapy and medication management with free consultations, virtual or in-person availability, and insurance plans accepted.
Bertha Osorio-Campbell
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Oakland Park, FL
Insight Mental Health & Recovery Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Plantation, FL
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I believe in prioritizing mental health for all persons as s key to happiness and stability. Congratulations in taking the first and hardest step in seeking mental health treatment. I’ve been practicing for 30 years, but in the last decade, I have been focusing both on med management and individual therapy.
Hi, I’m Maikel Echemendia, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving patients in Florida through both in-person and telehealth appointments. I specialize in helping adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, insomnia, panic symptoms, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, and life stressors. My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I believe patients should feel heard, respected, and understood—not judged. Many people come to treatment feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, or stuck, and my goal is to help them regain stability, clarity, and confidence in their daily lives.
Michael Seropyan
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Hallandale Beach, FL
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier-Orelus
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Hollywood, FL
I have over 15 years years of experience working with children, adults, and older adults. I help people with suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, addiction, PTSD and more. I also have experience with advanced treatments such as TMS, ECT, and Spravato.
Most importantly, I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly heard, respected, and empowered as we work together toward feeling better.
Hi!
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner fluent in English and Spanish. Prior to working in healthcare, I served 4 years in the Marine Corps as a military police officer, which helped shape me into the person I am today
I treat young children to adults and specialize in ADHD, sleep disorders, anxiety/panic disorders, depression, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions.
My goal is to connect with all my patients, using an honest, warm, and relatable approach. Let's take this journey toward mental wellness hand in hand. Please visit my website at www.calvinopsych.com to find my office availabilities in Florida and North Carolina
Sofia Miranda-Pasqualini
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL
Lina Wilches-Karrat
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL
Dr. Catalina Aragon
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL
Dr. Katina Davis-Kennedy
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Coral Springs, FL
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Fort Lauderdale, FL
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 92%Bipolar disorder
- 90%PTSD
- 85%OCD
- 98%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%United Healthcare
- 75%Oscar
- 96%English
- 35%Spanish
- 13%Haitian Creole
- 8%French
- 6%Portuguese
- 100%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 92%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 2%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 6%Family therapy
- 2%Couples 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 Psychiatrist in Fort Lauderdale
Finding psychiatrists in Fort Lauderdale starts with understanding the kind of care you want to access. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of mental health care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you separately or alongside a prescriber. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, approach, and background to see how their training matches your needs.
Fort Lauderdale has a mix of in-person and virtual psychiatry options, including care near areas like Victoria Park, Las Olas, and nearby communities such as Plantation and Pembroke Pines. Medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so availability, appointment format, and scheduling fit can make a meaningful difference. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Reading psychiatrist bios before booking can help you understand session structure, communication style, and whether a free phone consultation is available.
Psychiatric care in Fort Lauderdale 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 find psychiatrists who match your preferences, are accepting new patients, and take your plan. You can enter your insurance details, compare estimated session costs, review bios, 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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