Veterans Psychiatrists in Apopka, FL
Buford is a retired Colonel from the US Army and has experience working with active duty service members, veterans and their families.
Dr. Buford enjoys helping people to live as their authentic selves and move past mental road blocks so that they can live their best lives. He is a staunch advocate for holistic psychological, emotional, social and physical wellness beyond just medication management. Motivational interviewing, CBT, and supportive therapy are provided as needed. Dr. Buford looks forward to partnering with you or a loved one to navigate the current difficulties for a more optimal tomorrow.
Buford is a retired Colonel from the US Army and has experience working with active duty service members, veterans and their families.
Dr. Buford enjoys helping people to live as their authentic selves and move past mental road blocks so that they can live their best lives. He is a staunch advocate for holistic psychological, emotional, social and physical wellness beyond just medication management. Motivational interviewing, CBT, and supportive therapy are provided as needed. Dr. Buford looks forward to partnering with you or a loved one to navigate the current difficulties for a more optimal tomorrow.
Our ideal clients are patients who are seeking comprehensive care for their psychiatric disorder and are open to a patient-centered and holistic approach to their treatment. They want to achieve optimal mental health and are willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. They are looking for a provider who is dedicated to providing high-quality psychiatric treatment and medication management, and who can guide them towards recovery and an improved quality of life. Our ideal clients understands that seeking help is an act of courage and are looking for a provider who can support them with empathy and empowerment.
Our ideal clients are patients who are seeking comprehensive care for their psychiatric disorder and are open to a patient-centered and holistic approach to their treatment. They want to achieve optimal mental health and are willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. They are looking for a provider who is dedicated to providing high-quality psychiatric treatment and medication management, and who can guide them towards recovery and an improved quality of life. Our ideal clients understands that seeking help is an act of courage and are looking for a provider who can support them with empathy and empowerment.
I specialize in clients dedicated to nurturing their mental and physical well-being, navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and a strong desire for relief. I am committed to enhancing mental health for both adults and children. Driven by a profound longing for an improved quality of life, my ideal client is prepared for a comprehensive treatment approach that integrates medication management with accessible therapy strategies.
I specialize in clients dedicated to nurturing their mental and physical well-being, navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and a strong desire for relief. I am committed to enhancing mental health for both adults and children. Driven by a profound longing for an improved quality of life, my ideal client is prepared for a comprehensive treatment approach that integrates medication management with accessible therapy strategies.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Welcoming new patients!
I am Dr. Mottsin Thomas, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente. You may be navigating anxiety, depression, or a complex mood disorder, feeling that past treatments haven't fully addressed your needs. My ideal client is seeking more than just a prescription; you want to feel truly heard, understood, and validated. Whether you are facing trauma, ADHD, or treatment resistant depression, my goal is to offer a safe, culturally sensitive space where we can find stability together.
Welcoming new patients!
I am Dr. Mottsin Thomas, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente. You may be navigating anxiety, depression, or a complex mood disorder, feeling that past treatments haven't fully addressed your needs. My ideal client is seeking more than just a prescription; you want to feel truly heard, understood, and validated. Whether you are facing trauma, ADHD, or treatment resistant depression, my goal is to offer a safe, culturally sensitive space where we can find stability together.
A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
In today's world, we can become depressed and anxious. Helping you improve and resolve your symptoms is my passion. Having trouble focusing and getting things done? I can help you with that. Feeling overwhelmed? Talk to me to get help. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner I can provide medication that can significantly improve your symptoms and teach you how to utilize natural supplements to improve the benefits of your medicine.
With 12 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care, I enjoy helping individuals improve their lives by addressing mental health challenges that may be holding them back.
In today's world, we can become depressed and anxious. Helping you improve and resolve your symptoms is my passion. Having trouble focusing and getting things done? I can help you with that. Feeling overwhelmed? Talk to me to get help. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner I can provide medication that can significantly improve your symptoms and teach you how to utilize natural supplements to improve the benefits of your medicine.
With 12 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care, I enjoy helping individuals improve their lives by addressing mental health challenges that may be holding them back.
A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Ruby is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to across the lifespan. Ruby possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build a trusting relationship with patients and families. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. As a PMHNP, Ruby’s role is multifaceted, providing mentorship integrated with supportive therapy to her clients.
Learning how to navigate anxiety is the defensive aspect of driving. Ruby guides her c
Ruby is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to across the lifespan. Ruby possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build a trusting relationship with patients and families. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. As a PMHNP, Ruby’s role is multifaceted, providing mentorship integrated with supportive therapy to her clients.
Learning how to navigate anxiety is the defensive aspect of driving. Ruby guides her c
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
We are an independent physician-run private psychiatry practice, specializing in medication management and therapy for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism spectrum, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, substance use disorders, opioid addiction & dependence and more.
We are an independent physician-run private psychiatry practice, specializing in medication management and therapy for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism spectrum, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, substance use disorders, opioid addiction & dependence and more.
Welcoming new patients!
I am Dr. Mottsin Thomas, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente. You may be navigating anxiety, depression, or a complex mood disorder, feeling that past treatments haven't fully addressed your needs. My ideal client is seeking more than just a prescription; you want to feel truly heard, understood, and validated. Whether you are facing trauma, ADHD, or treatment resistant depression, my goal is to offer a safe, culturally sensitive space where we can find
Welcoming new patients!
I am Dr. Mottsin Thomas, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente. You may be navigating anxiety, depression, or a complex mood disorder, feeling that past treatments haven't fully addressed your needs. My ideal client is seeking more than just a prescription; you want to feel truly heard, understood, and validated. Whether you are facing trauma, ADHD, or treatment resistant depression, my goal is to offer a safe, culturally sensitive space where we can find
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I am also passionate about serving veterans as my time as the U
Now Accepting Patients! I am fully committed to your mental health journey and ensuring you receive the appropriate care you deserve. My extensive knowledge and clinical expertise are the result of 30 years of dedicated service in the hospital setting. With four years of specialized experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am well-versed in the complexities of mental health care. I provide a holistic approach to care and am truly committed to listening to your story and creating goals and a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
I am also passionate about serving veterans as my time as the U
Now Accepting Patients! I am fully committed to your mental health journey and ensuring you receive the appropriate care you deserve. My extensive knowledge and clinical expertise are the result of 30 years of dedicated service in the hospital setting. With four years of specialized experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am well-versed in the complexities of mental health care. I provide a holistic approach to care and am truly committed to listening to your story and creating goals and a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
I help adults facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, substance use concerns, and work-related stress feel more focused, stable, and in control of their daily lives. Treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, MAT for substance use, supportive strategies, and personalized plans tailored to how you think and function best. Sessions are available through telehealth, in-office appointments, and flexible asynchronous care. I also work closely with therapists, facilities, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, comprehensive treatment for every client.
I help adults facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, substance use concerns, and work-related stress feel more focused, stable, and in control of their daily lives. Treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, MAT for substance use, supportive strategies, and personalized plans tailored to how you think and function best. Sessions are available through telehealth, in-office appointments, and flexible asynchronous care. I also work closely with therapists, facilities, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, comprehensive treatment for every client.
Most recently, I have served the Veterans Affairs population and currently serve as the Lead Psychiatrist for a dual-diagnosis residential treatment program, overseeing care for individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Having worked heavily at the Department of Veterans Affairs during residency, I have a strong foundation in the diagnosis and treatment of depressive disorders, anxiety. Though extensively trained in medication management, I strive to develop a treatment plan addressing illness from all angles to ensure positive patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Most recently, I have served the Veterans Affairs population and currently serve as the Lead Psychiatrist for a dual-diagnosis residential treatment program, overseeing care for individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Having worked heavily at the Department of Veterans Affairs during residency, I have a strong foundation in the diagnosis and treatment of depressive disorders, anxiety. Though extensively trained in medication management, I strive to develop a treatment plan addressing illness from all angles to ensure positive patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore complex emotions and personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Through tailored tools and strategies, clients can develop healthy coping mechanisms, enhance resilience, and foster a deeper understanding of themselves, ultimately promoting emotional balance and growth.
Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore complex emotions and personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Through tailored tools and strategies, clients can develop healthy coping mechanisms, enhance resilience, and foster a deeper understanding of themselves, ultimately promoting emotional balance and growth.
My ideal client is 16 and older and in search of an evaluation to determine whether medication management is needed or they want to continue medications, for their mental health. My ideal client may also just have a hard time understanding their fluctuations in mood or emotions. My client will want to know how to manage their mood or emotions better with the help of medication and therapy- either short term or long term.
My ideal client is 16 and older and in search of an evaluation to determine whether medication management is needed or they want to continue medications, for their mental health. My ideal client may also just have a hard time understanding their fluctuations in mood or emotions. My client will want to know how to manage their mood or emotions better with the help of medication and therapy- either short term or long term.
Welcome to Mental Magic Psychiatry! ! My name is Rhonda and I’m glad you are here. My goal is to help you get to your optimal self – whether that is from a holistic perspective, medication management, therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation evaluation & referral, or a combination of all four modalities, I'm ready to meet you where you are. So, come in-office or do a telemedicine visit so we can get you feeling better. I currently accept select insurance plans in AK, SD, NV, NH, and WY. Self-pay is also available in these states, with WA self-pay coming soon.
Welcome to Mental Magic Psychiatry! ! My name is Rhonda and I’m glad you are here. My goal is to help you get to your optimal self – whether that is from a holistic perspective, medication management, therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation evaluation & referral, or a combination of all four modalities, I'm ready to meet you where you are. So, come in-office or do a telemedicine visit so we can get you feeling better. I currently accept select insurance plans in AK, SD, NV, NH, and WY. Self-pay is also available in these states, with WA self-pay coming soon.
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FAQ - Veterans Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help veterans?
Veterans face many unique mental health challenges that can stem from military service and the difficulties of transitioning back to civilian life. Common mental health conditions among veterans include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and traumatic brain injury (TBI). While some adjustment challenges after military service may be expected, persistent symptoms that interfere with daily functioning, relationships, or work may indicate the need for professional mental health support. Psychiatrists who specialize in veteran mental health understand the unique experiences of veterans and can provide necessary support to address the complex psychological challenges that veterans may face, usually through a combination of both psychotherapy and medication. Psychiatrists can also be essential in helping veterans connect with available community resources, such as referrals to social service agencies that provide care for veterans or connecting clients with VA benefits.
What types of therapy and treatment approaches are used with veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on the mental health challenges they are facing. Therefore, psychiatrists often begin sessions with an assessment of a veteran's medical history and current symptoms. This can help diagnose or confirm any mental health conditions, as well as inform a treatment plan. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how certain thought patterns may contribute to harmful behaviors. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) or exposure therapy. The prescription of any medications also depends on a client's specific symptoms.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in working with veterans?
Because not all psychiatrists have expertise in treating veterans, it's important to find a psychiatrist who is knowledgeable and equipped to treat veterans and the unique mental health challenges they face. The Psychology Today online directory can be used to find a psychiatrist who is a good fit by using the "filter" function to search for professionals with expertise in challenges commonly faced by veterans. When searching for a provider, ask about their specific expertise in treating veterans and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral therapy. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either nearby or via telehealth) and if they accept insurance or VA benefits.


