Find a psychiatrist in Winter Haven, FL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Winter Haven, FL accepting new patients
Winter Haven residents can connect with 1,120 empowering providers in neighborhoods like Downtown, South Lake, and Auburndale. Headway offers free consultations, virtual and in-person sessions, and works directly with your insurance to maximize affordability and access to care.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in both California and Florida. I work with children, adolescents, and adults across a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, sleep disorders, and substance use concerns.
I have a particular interest in supporting individuals with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, panic symptoms, trauma-related conditions, and LGBTQ+ mental health. My approach is thoughtful, inclusive, and individualized—focused on helping each person find the treatment plan that works best for them.
I’m a warm and charismatic PMHNP who takes a holistic and participatory approach to care. I specialize in treating depression and anxiety, helping clients feel empowered and supported throughout their healing journey.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your mental health journey.
I believe that every person's story is unique, so I take the time to understand your concerns, symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals before developing an individualized care plan. I incorporate medication management with supportive counseling and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and Motivational Interviewing, to help you build practical coping skills and achieve lasting improvement.
Whether you're struggling with difficulty focusing, persistent worry, overwhelming stress, low mood, emotional challenges, or life transitions, I work collaboratively with you to help you regain balance and improve your overall well-being. My focus is on delivering personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful, long-term success in both your mental health and daily life.
Diana Lankenau has a Master of Science in Nursing from Florida State University and Chamberlain University. She has a Bachelor's in nursing from University of Miami. BA in Psychology from Florida International University. She is Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC).
I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care for adults throughout Florida. With over 8 years of nursing experience, I offer supportive and personalized care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, with bilingual services available in English and Spanish.
About our psychiatrists serving Winter Haven, FL
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 86%PTSD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 71%Ascension
- 62%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 27%Spanish
- 9%Haitian Creole
- 5%French
- 1%Hindi
- 81%Online only
- 19%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
- 20%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 Psychiatrist in Winter Haven, FL
Finding psychiatrists in Winter Haven starts with knowing what type of mental health care you want to search for. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Medication management can include an initial evaluation, follow-up visits, and changes based on your response to care. People often look for psychiatric support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or related concerns. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and care approach match what you want to address.
Winter Haven is a smaller city, so the number of nearby psychiatric offices may be more limited than in larger Florida markets. Virtual appointments can help expand your options while still letting you search for in-person care near Winter Haven, Auburndale, or nearby parts of Polk County. Psychiatric appointments, especially medication management visits, 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. Before booking, read each profile to review availability, appointment format, areas of focus, and how the psychiatrist describes their approach.
Psychiatric care in Winter Haven 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance details. You can compare bios, review virtual and in-person options, see estimated costs before booking, 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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