Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Psychiatrists in Clearwater, FL
Do you need help with mental health issues? Are you looking to change your life and become the best version of yourself? I work with my patients to identify the underlying issues that are impacting their quality of life and come up with a personalized, evidenced based plan to help them. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental quality care. I treat a wide range of psychiatric issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, alcohol use, PTSD, OCD, opioid use, ADHD, stress, postpartum depression, psychosis, and mood disorders. Spravato now available!
Do you need help with mental health issues? Are you looking to change your life and become the best version of yourself? I work with my patients to identify the underlying issues that are impacting their quality of life and come up with a personalized, evidenced based plan to help them. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental quality care. I treat a wide range of psychiatric issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, alcohol use, PTSD, OCD, opioid use, ADHD, stress, postpartum depression, psychosis, and mood disorders. Spravato now available!
Dr. Zachary Zimko is a Licensed Osteopathic Physician in the state of Florida. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Delaware in 2012 with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Minors in Medical Humanities, Medical Diagnostics, and Biology. He graduated from Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2016 with a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine. He graduated his Psychiatry Residency at Largo Medical Center in 2020 and was Chief Resident in his final year. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry through the AOA. He serves as Medical Director of PEMHS and is an Assistant Professor at USF Health, Morsani College of Medicine’s GME program.
Dr. Zachary Zimko is a Licensed Osteopathic Physician in the state of Florida. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Delaware in 2012 with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Minors in Medical Humanities, Medical Diagnostics, and Biology. He graduated from Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2016 with a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine. He graduated his Psychiatry Residency at Largo Medical Center in 2020 and was Chief Resident in his final year. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry through the AOA. He serves as Medical Director of PEMHS and is an Assistant Professor at USF Health, Morsani College of Medicine’s GME program.
I understand the struggle with feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress. These issues could manifest in difficulty concentrating at work, withdrawing from social interactions, or experiencing changes in sleep patterns and appetite. Additionally, they might have a history of feeling misunderstood by previous mental health providers, leading to doubts.Ultimately, my ideal client desires genuine connection and understanding, both from their Medication therapy and their support system. They want tools to help them manage their symptoms and to feel empowered in their own healing journey.
I understand the struggle with feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress. These issues could manifest in difficulty concentrating at work, withdrawing from social interactions, or experiencing changes in sleep patterns and appetite. Additionally, they might have a history of feeling misunderstood by previous mental health providers, leading to doubts.Ultimately, my ideal client desires genuine connection and understanding, both from their Medication therapy and their support system. They want tools to help them manage their symptoms and to feel empowered in their own healing journey.
Donna Dempsey MS APRN, with Insightful Care Psychiatry, is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience treating adults at all levels of care. I graduated from Ohio State University with a Master's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing and started my career as Head Nurse of Adult Psychiatry at Cleveland Clinic. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and have worked in private practice gaining extensive experience in the treatment of a wide variety of mental health disorders, particularly anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Donna Dempsey MS APRN, with Insightful Care Psychiatry, is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience treating adults at all levels of care. I graduated from Ohio State University with a Master's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing and started my career as Head Nurse of Adult Psychiatry at Cleveland Clinic. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and have worked in private practice gaining extensive experience in the treatment of a wide variety of mental health disorders, particularly anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Hi! I'm Dr. Miller, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness care. My journey has taken me from earning my BSN at Barry University to my MSN and FNP at the University of Miami, a Post-Master's as a Psych NP from the University of Alabama, and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from FIU. That depth of training means I bring both clinical expertise and genuine, hard-earned wisdom to every person I work with.
Hi! I'm Dr. Miller, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness care. My journey has taken me from earning my BSN at Barry University to my MSN and FNP at the University of Miami, a Post-Master's as a Psych NP from the University of Alabama, and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from FIU. That depth of training means I bring both clinical expertise and genuine, hard-earned wisdom to every person I work with.
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I am double boarded, holding certifications in General Adult Psychiatry and Brain Injury Medicine.
Hi there! My name is Dr. Eloy Franco, MD and I am a board certified psychiatrist with 16 years of experience in treating and managing a wide range of mental health conditions. I completed my training at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, and then moved to Tampa in 2010. I enjoy caring for patients of all walks of life in a way that is warm, empathic, inquisitive and empowering! If you would like to join my diverse group of patients, please feel free to give us a call. You can find more information about my practice and myself at my website: dreloyfranco.com I look forward to helping and knowing you! Se Habla Español.
I am double boarded, holding certifications in General Adult Psychiatry and Brain Injury Medicine.
Hi there! My name is Dr. Eloy Franco, MD and I am a board certified psychiatrist with 16 years of experience in treating and managing a wide range of mental health conditions. I completed my training at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, and then moved to Tampa in 2010. I enjoy caring for patients of all walks of life in a way that is warm, empathic, inquisitive and empowering! If you would like to join my diverse group of patients, please feel free to give us a call. You can find more information about my practice and myself at my website: dreloyfranco.com I look forward to helping and knowing you! Se Habla Español.
Young’s clinical interests encompass cognitive disorders, traumatic brain injury, and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
Dr. John Young is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience in patient care. Raised in the Pittsburgh area, he earned his BA from Washington and Jefferson College before completing his medical school education and psychiatry residency at West Virginia University (WVU). After finishing his residency, he received a faculty appointment at WVU, where he played a pivotal role in training and supervising medical students and psychiatry residents, ultimately earning the title of Associate Professor.
Young’s clinical interests encompass cognitive disorders, traumatic brain injury, and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
Dr. John Young is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience in patient care. Raised in the Pittsburgh area, he earned his BA from Washington and Jefferson College before completing his medical school education and psychiatry residency at West Virginia University (WVU). After finishing his residency, he received a faculty appointment at WVU, where he played a pivotal role in training and supervising medical students and psychiatry residents, ultimately earning the title of Associate Professor.
I now practice psychiatry exclusively, drawing on my background in these fields to treat psychiatric and cognitive changes associated with neurologic disorders such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia and memory disorders, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and related conditions.
I offer medication management, psychotherapy, and support related to sleep, stress, and day-to-day functioning. I work with patients—and family members or caregivers when helpful—to understand symptoms and goals and to make treatment decisions together. I am happy to coordinate care with neurologists, primary care clinicians, and other care team members.
I now practice psychiatry exclusively, drawing on my background in these fields to treat psychiatric and cognitive changes associated with neurologic disorders such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia and memory disorders, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and related conditions.
I offer medication management, psychotherapy, and support related to sleep, stress, and day-to-day functioning. I work with patients—and family members or caregivers when helpful—to understand symptoms and goals and to make treatment decisions together. I am happy to coordinate care with neurologists, primary care clinicians, and other care team members.
Are you looking for answers about neurodivergence? Tired of your only option being pharmeceuticals? You have come to the right place. We offer a thorough evaluation and treatment plan to empower your super powers! I am a holistic provider who uses plants, fungus and modern medicines. I aspire to spend the extra time with my clients and ensure their success, rather than toss medications out and run to the next appointment. You will find a caring, curious, professional with me. Let's support you, together.
Are you looking for answers about neurodivergence? Tired of your only option being pharmeceuticals? You have come to the right place. We offer a thorough evaluation and treatment plan to empower your super powers! I am a holistic provider who uses plants, fungus and modern medicines. I aspire to spend the extra time with my clients and ensure their success, rather than toss medications out and run to the next appointment. You will find a caring, curious, professional with me. Let's support you, together.
"Your privacy is our priority" at Holistic Medical Care Clinic Psychiatry. I endeavour to help my clients manage their stressors, mood or anxiety disorders, or lack of focus/attention through medication management. I evaluate each patient holistically with an agreed upon treatment care at the end of the session. I prescribe appropriate medication or supplements based on patient's preference and depth of disorder.
"Your privacy is our priority" at Holistic Medical Care Clinic Psychiatry. I endeavour to help my clients manage their stressors, mood or anxiety disorders, or lack of focus/attention through medication management. I evaluate each patient holistically with an agreed upon treatment care at the end of the session. I prescribe appropriate medication or supplements based on patient's preference and depth of disorder.
My name is Dr. Josh Waddell DNP, MA, PMHNP-BC. I am an integrative psychiatric provider that focuses on treating mental health issues through root cause analysis. Whether it's issues of mood, thought or behavior; I truly believe there is a biological and psychological why. I believe the goal in treatment is not to manage these issues but understand them and restore wellness. To guide treatment I create an individualized plan that may use conventional medications, psychotherapy, and/or alternative treatments.
To learn more about the work I do you can check out my podcast Mental Maps, streaming on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
My name is Dr. Josh Waddell DNP, MA, PMHNP-BC. I am an integrative psychiatric provider that focuses on treating mental health issues through root cause analysis. Whether it's issues of mood, thought or behavior; I truly believe there is a biological and psychological why. I believe the goal in treatment is not to manage these issues but understand them and restore wellness. To guide treatment I create an individualized plan that may use conventional medications, psychotherapy, and/or alternative treatments.
To learn more about the work I do you can check out my podcast Mental Maps, streaming on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
Our mission is to enhance wellness and motivate self-improvement by strengthening minds. We offer high quality health care for patients seeking a trustworthy long-term psychiatric provider who can provide medication management and supportive counseling. The providers at Carative Psychiatry (CP) provide care to their patients using medical and mental health care models in order to treat the whole individual. The providers at CP are passionate about serving the community and helping others achieve their goals by using the Carative theory. Telepsychiatry practice serving Florida.
Our mission is to enhance wellness and motivate self-improvement by strengthening minds. We offer high quality health care for patients seeking a trustworthy long-term psychiatric provider who can provide medication management and supportive counseling. The providers at Carative Psychiatry (CP) provide care to their patients using medical and mental health care models in order to treat the whole individual. The providers at CP are passionate about serving the community and helping others achieve their goals by using the Carative theory. Telepsychiatry practice serving Florida.
I am physician assistant with specialty certification in psychiatry and prescribing privileges. I have over 17 years experience performing psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
I am physician assistant with specialty certification in psychiatry and prescribing privileges. I have over 17 years experience performing psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
I’m a Harvard-trained psychiatrist who works with children, adolescents, and adults—especially teens and young adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next step.
My approach blends insight-oriented and pragmatic psychotherapy with thoughtful, evidence-based medication management. Many of my patients are navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, or big life transitions. Whether you're just starting your mental health journey or continuing work with a trusted therapist, I’m here to support you with compassion and clarity.
I’m a Harvard-trained psychiatrist who works with children, adolescents, and adults—especially teens and young adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next step.
My approach blends insight-oriented and pragmatic psychotherapy with thoughtful, evidence-based medication management. Many of my patients are navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, or big life transitions. Whether you're just starting your mental health journey or continuing work with a trusted therapist, I’m here to support you with compassion and clarity.
I specialize in interventional Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. We provided compassionate care utilizing a whole person approach integrating nutrition, nutraceuticals, psychotherapy, traditional medications, as well as, advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and ketamine therapies. Please call TWA Psychiatry to be scheduled today!
I specialize in interventional Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. We provided compassionate care utilizing a whole person approach integrating nutrition, nutraceuticals, psychotherapy, traditional medications, as well as, advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and ketamine therapies. Please call TWA Psychiatry to be scheduled today!
Accepting new patient in person and online. About my practice, many of my clients have struggled with diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and depression most often a combination. I work with my clients to find the best treatment plan suited to the individual, not the diagnosis. I listen to what has not worked in the past and adjust the plan. I incorporate not only a medication plan but also therapy, lifestyle modifications, and dietary adjustments. I am OK with supplements only if that is your comfort level. I meet my clients at their comfort level and carve a path toward optimal results.
Accepting new patient in person and online. About my practice, many of my clients have struggled with diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and depression most often a combination. I work with my clients to find the best treatment plan suited to the individual, not the diagnosis. I listen to what has not worked in the past and adjust the plan. I incorporate not only a medication plan but also therapy, lifestyle modifications, and dietary adjustments. I am OK with supplements only if that is your comfort level. I meet my clients at their comfort level and carve a path toward optimal results.
My ideal client is someone seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health support to navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. They desire a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their experiences, gain coping strategies, and work toward lasting emotional wellness. Their goals include improving resilience, achieving personal balance, and enhancing their overall quality of life.
My ideal client is someone seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health support to navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. They desire a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their experiences, gain coping strategies, and work toward lasting emotional wellness. Their goals include improving resilience, achieving personal balance, and enhancing their overall quality of life.
My ideal patients are motivated, self-reliant individuals seeking long-lasting changes in their lives. My patients are seriously committed to making positive life-changes. I look forward to the opportunity to guide you to your optimal life.
My ideal patients are motivated, self-reliant individuals seeking long-lasting changes in their lives. My patients are seriously committed to making positive life-changes. I look forward to the opportunity to guide you to your optimal life.
Do you lie awake running through mental checklists for work, home, and everyone who depends on you? Maybe your energy comes in unpredictable waves, or your mind feels constantly overloaded. You show up where you need to, but it's starting to cost more than it used to. Whether you're navigating burnout, irritability, emotional crashes, or a sense that you're falling short, despite doing everything you can. I'm here to help you sort through it. I support adults dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and high-functioning distress that often goes unnoticed.
Do you lie awake running through mental checklists for work, home, and everyone who depends on you? Maybe your energy comes in unpredictable waves, or your mind feels constantly overloaded. You show up where you need to, but it's starting to cost more than it used to. Whether you're navigating burnout, irritability, emotional crashes, or a sense that you're falling short, despite doing everything you can. I'm here to help you sort through it. I support adults dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and high-functioning distress that often goes unnoticed.
I approach each client with open-minded and positive regard put my clients at ease. I evaluate the strengths, needs, and goals of each individual. My treatment plans incorporate wholistic physical, emotional, and cognitive health in addition to diagnostic and prescriptive practice. My treatment plans incorporate affirming motivation for change as well as specific goals and solutions for each individual. Clients can expect to come away with a better understanding of their concerns, tools and strategies for improvement, and medication where necessary.
I approach each client with open-minded and positive regard put my clients at ease. I evaluate the strengths, needs, and goals of each individual. My treatment plans incorporate wholistic physical, emotional, and cognitive health in addition to diagnostic and prescriptive practice. My treatment plans incorporate affirming motivation for change as well as specific goals and solutions for each individual. Clients can expect to come away with a better understanding of their concerns, tools and strategies for improvement, and medication where necessary.
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How can psychiatrists help with traumatic brain injuries?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a broad range of brain injuries resulting from physical trauma to the head, ranging from mild concussions to severe damage caused by penetrating wounds or serious accidents. These injuries typically lead to a combination of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms, often requiring specialized psychiatric care. Psychiatrists play a critical role in the recovery process from TBIs addressing both the direct effects of the brain injury and the psychological challenges associated with adapting to a disability. In addition to managing the primary symptoms of TBI, they help patients cope with related complications, such as chronic pain, persistent headaches, and emotional strain that may accompany major life changes.
What does psychiatric treatment for traumatic brain injuries involve?
TBI management is often complex, and psychiatrists with expertise in this area possess specific knowledge of how various medications to manage TBI symptoms—such as anticonvulsants to prevent seizures—can be used effectively. They also prescribe treatments for the emotional aspects of TBI, such as antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications. However, medication is only one part of comprehensive care, and behavioral therapies are also central to psychiatric treatment for TBI. Psychiatrists may recommend or provide evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps patients reframe negative thoughts, develop coping strategies, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. In addition, psychiatrists frequently work alongside neurologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other mental health professionals as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in traumatic brain injuries?
Not all psychiatrists are equipped to treat TBIs, so finding a psychiatrist knowledgeable about TBIs specifically is essential. The Psychology Today directory is a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists with a TBI specialization. Using its search filters, individuals can identify professionals with relevant expertise and, if preferred, refine their search by selecting providers who share similar identities—such as gender, religion, or cultural background. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, consider asking about their experience in treating TBIs and their approach to both medication and behavioral interventions. It's also important to confirm the accessibility of their services—whether they are available in-person, via telehealth, or both—and whether they accept your insurance plan.