Find a psychiatrist in Fort Myers, FL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Fort Myers, FL accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Fort Myers across neighborhoods like Downtown, Cape Coral, and Lehigh Acres. Headway connects you with 1,222 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Many clients save up to 75% with insurance coverage, with some paying as little as $0 per session.
Hi there! I'm Eleanor Gillett-Chambers, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, insomnia, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. With over 10 years of experience in psychiatric and behavioral health nursing, I believe effective mental health care begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported.
Clients should know that I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of healthcare experience, including extensive work in inpatient psychiatric stabilization, crisis services, and dual-diagnosis treatment. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan.
My practice is grounded in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. I am deeply committed to helping clients improve their emotional well-being, strengthen resilience, and achieve greater balance and fulfillment in their lives.
Peter Bronstein is a licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) specializing in psychiatric mental health care in South Florida. With a strong academic foundation—holding a Master of Science in Nursing from Florida Atlantic University and a Master of Science from Nova Southeastern University—Peter brings over two decades of dedicated health and clinical expertise to his practice. He provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to adults seeking mental health support in a safe and supportive environment.
I believe that effective mental health care starts with trust, respect, and open communication. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel comfortable discussing your concerns and experiences. I work with individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, and other psychiatric conditions. Together, we'll focus on understanding your unique experiences and developing a treatment plan that aligns with your goals and values.
About our psychiatrists serving Fort Myers, FL
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 85%PTSD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Ascension
- 61%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 27%Spanish
- 9%Haitian Creole
- 5%French
- 2%Hindi
- 83%Online only
- 17%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 92%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 7%Couples therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent 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 Fort Myers
Finding the right psychiatrists in Fort Myers starts with understanding the type of care they provide. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication plans. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners may also provide medication management. Therapists provide talk therapy and can be a strong fit for support with concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Many people start with either a therapist or a prescriber based on what they want help with now.
In a smaller market like Fort Myers, local psychiatric availability may vary across nearby areas like Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, and other parts of Lee County. Virtual appointments can expand your options while keeping care easier to fit into your schedule. Psychiatric medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare profiles, look for availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, appointment format, and listed experience with your specific concerns.
Psychiatric care in Fort Myers can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists and other prescribing clinicians who match your preferences and are accepting new patients, and lets you check whether they accept your plan. You can enter your insurance details, see an estimated session cost before booking, 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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