Find a psychiatrist in Palm Harbor, FL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Palm Harbor, FL accepting new patients
Palm Harbor residents can access quality mental healthcare through Headway's extensive provider network serving Carrollwood, Clearview, Tarpon Springs, and beyond. With 1,223 licensed professionals available, you'll find a provider suited to your needs. Sessions conducted virtually or in-person are covered by insurance, with the average client saving 75% on care.
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 Palm Harbor, FL
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%PTSD
- 93%Bipolar disorder
- 89%Panic disorders
- 100%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 96%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 79%Curative
- 75%Ascension
- 100%English
- 21%Spanish
- 4%Arabic
- 4%Vietnamese
- 100%In-person or online
- 71%Woman
- 29%Man
- 86%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 11%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 4%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 14%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%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 Therapist in Palm Harbor
Finding psychiatrists in Palm Harbor starts with knowing what type of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and support medication management. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on related goals. People often look for psychiatric care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. As you compare options, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and approach so you can choose someone whose background matches what you want to address.
In a smaller city like Palm Harbor, the number of local psychiatry offices may be more limited than in nearby larger areas. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you search for care that fits your schedule. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so appointment availability, follow-up cadence, and format can matter when choosing a psychiatrist. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Reading bios before booking can help you understand communication style, areas of focus, and whether a free phone consultation is available.
Psychiatric care in Palm Harbor can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details, and see an estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. From there, you can compare psychiatrists by specialty, availability, appointment format, and insurance fit, then 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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