Autism Psychiatrists in Kissimmee, FL
You don’t have to suffer in silence. I help children, teens, and adults find healing from anxiety, Trauma, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, ADHD, Schizophrenia, and other mental health struggles. With 14 years of experience as a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I combine compassionate care, Christian values, and CBT-based tools to support healing from the inside out.
You don’t have to suffer in silence. I help children, teens, and adults find healing from anxiety, Trauma, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, ADHD, Schizophrenia, and other mental health struggles. With 14 years of experience as a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I combine compassionate care, Christian values, and CBT-based tools to support healing from the inside out.
Kristen is dedicated to creating a comforting, positive experience for her patients. She believes in partnering with each individual to develop cohesive, evidence-based treatment plans that improve their quality of life. A proud Florida native, Kristen enjoys making the most of the outdoors, especially fishing.
Kristen is dedicated to creating a comforting, positive experience for her patients. She believes in partnering with each individual to develop cohesive, evidence-based treatment plans that improve their quality of life. A proud Florida native, Kristen enjoys making the most of the outdoors, especially fishing.
To provide accessible, compassionate, and clinically excellent psychiatric care that supports long-term mental wellness for individuals and families in our community.
At Psychiatric Consultants of Central Florida, we provide compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our experienced team delivers personalized treatment plans for a wide range of mental health needs in a supportive, respectful, and confidential environment. We believe in long-term wellness, not quick fixes — every patient receives thoughtful, attentive care.
To provide accessible, compassionate, and clinically excellent psychiatric care that supports long-term mental wellness for individuals and families in our community.
At Psychiatric Consultants of Central Florida, we provide compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our experienced team delivers personalized treatment plans for a wide range of mental health needs in a supportive, respectful, and confidential environment. We believe in long-term wellness, not quick fixes — every patient receives thoughtful, attentive care.
Mente Suave Psychiatry and Medicine
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
1 Endorsed
Kissimmee, FL 34741
Mente Suave Psychiatry and Medicine takes a comprehensive approach to treating the mind and body, optimizing the advances of evidenced-based research of neurosciences and neurobiology, with a plethora of testing to include genetic, metabolic, nutritional, hormonal, and various other measures creating a unique approach to tailor individual treatment of ones physical and mental wellbeing. Roger is leading a research project at the University of Florida on post-traumatic stress disorder at the Puerto Rico Medical Center Trauma Hospital. His goal is to help implement a PTSD protocol through the aid of precision medicine.
Mente Suave Psychiatry and Medicine takes a comprehensive approach to treating the mind and body, optimizing the advances of evidenced-based research of neurosciences and neurobiology, with a plethora of testing to include genetic, metabolic, nutritional, hormonal, and various other measures creating a unique approach to tailor individual treatment of ones physical and mental wellbeing. Roger is leading a research project at the University of Florida on post-traumatic stress disorder at the Puerto Rico Medical Center Trauma Hospital. His goal is to help implement a PTSD protocol through the aid of precision medicine.
Dr. Gonzalez’s approach to working with patients is deeply rooted in compassion, human connection, and a sincere commitment to seeing each individual as more than their diagnosis. She views every person who walks through the door as a human being first, and strives to create a safe, gentle, and nonjudgmental space where patients feel genuinely seen and heard. Her guiding philosophy is to meet each person where they are, with empathy, patience, and a desire to understand their unique story, and does not reduce individuals to symptoms or labels.
Dr. Gonzalez’s approach to working with patients is deeply rooted in compassion, human connection, and a sincere commitment to seeing each individual as more than their diagnosis. She views every person who walks through the door as a human being first, and strives to create a safe, gentle, and nonjudgmental space where patients feel genuinely seen and heard. Her guiding philosophy is to meet each person where they are, with empathy, patience, and a desire to understand their unique story, and does not reduce individuals to symptoms or labels.
Mercedes Gibbons is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has over ten years of experience in mental health. Most of her experience is in crisis stabilization management in inpatient settings for adult and children. She also has experience in outpatient settings with medication treatment and management. Over time of working in both hospice care and mental health, she decided to pursue for hidden calling, practicing as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She attended Edison State College (Fort Myers, Florida) where she obtained her Associate of Science in Nursing and Associate of Arts Degree.
Mercedes Gibbons is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has over ten years of experience in mental health. Most of her experience is in crisis stabilization management in inpatient settings for adult and children. She also has experience in outpatient settings with medication treatment and management. Over time of working in both hospice care and mental health, she decided to pursue for hidden calling, practicing as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She attended Edison State College (Fort Myers, Florida) where she obtained her Associate of Science in Nursing and Associate of Arts Degree.
I’m a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with more than ten years of experience helping people improve their mental well-being and overall quality of life. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals facing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, and schizophrenia.
I’m a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with more than ten years of experience helping people improve their mental well-being and overall quality of life. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals facing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, and schizophrenia.
My name is Mara-Joanne Derinor. I am licensed in Florida, Kansas, and Arizona. My approach to mental healthcare is patient centered. My patients and their needs come first, second, and third. I provide evidence-based care for my patients. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and psychotherapy. Mental health has always been a passion of mine. I’ve always known that I wanted to specialize in this field and be the difference I want to see in the world.
My name is Mara-Joanne Derinor. I am licensed in Florida, Kansas, and Arizona. My approach to mental healthcare is patient centered. My patients and their needs come first, second, and third. I provide evidence-based care for my patients. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and psychotherapy. Mental health has always been a passion of mine. I’ve always known that I wanted to specialize in this field and be the difference I want to see in the world.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctoral degree and dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. With over 37 years in healthcare and 7 years focused in psychiatry, I bring a compassionate, holistic approach to mental wellness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and up, helping each client feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctoral degree and dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. With over 37 years in healthcare and 7 years focused in psychiatry, I bring a compassionate, holistic approach to mental wellness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and up, helping each client feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I have experience working with individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of supporting clients during some of their most vulnerable moments while helping them recognize their strength and capacity for change.
I truly believe that at any given moment, we have the ability to move toward the other side of our struggles. Healing is not linear, but growth is always possible with the right support, insight, and commitment.
My professional journey has been rooted in consistently showing up, doing my best, and holding hope for my clients.
I have experience working with individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of supporting clients during some of their most vulnerable moments while helping them recognize their strength and capacity for change.
I truly believe that at any given moment, we have the ability to move toward the other side of our struggles. Healing is not linear, but growth is always possible with the right support, insight, and commitment.
My professional journey has been rooted in consistently showing up, doing my best, and holding hope for my clients.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking thoughtful, comprehensive, and personalized psychiatric care. Patients often seek care after feeling rushed, misunderstood, or unsure of what is truly contributing to their symptoms. Some are looking for diagnostic clarity, some are considering medication for the first time, and others want a more complete treatment plan that looks beyond symptoms alone. Our psychotherapy services are a unique part of our practice.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking thoughtful, comprehensive, and personalized psychiatric care. Patients often seek care after feeling rushed, misunderstood, or unsure of what is truly contributing to their symptoms. Some are looking for diagnostic clarity, some are considering medication for the first time, and others want a more complete treatment plan that looks beyond symptoms alone. Our psychotherapy services are a unique part of our practice.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. We treat depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Affordable out-of-pocket visit rates. Accepting many insurance plans.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. We treat depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Affordable out-of-pocket visit rates. Accepting many insurance plans.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I work with individuals who are struggling with their mental health but are ready to take meaningful steps toward lasting change. My ideal client is motivated to heal, grow, and live more fully — even if the path forward feels uncertain.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I work with individuals who are struggling with their mental health but are ready to take meaningful steps toward lasting change. My ideal client is motivated to heal, grow, and live more fully — even if the path forward feels uncertain.
Elecia Trowers is a Board-Certified Adult, Child, and, Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree at The University of South Florida in 2016, she then went on to completing her Master of Science Nursing Degree at The University of Alabama Birmingham in 2019. She completed her psychiatric internship at Florida Behavioral Medicine, Lakeland Regional Health, and, Yantra Psychiatric Services. Elecia?s professional background includes surgical transplant nursing, cardio thoracic nursing, she is also a proud nurse leader and continues to practice cardio thoracic nursing at the bedside.Elec
Elecia Trowers is a Board-Certified Adult, Child, and, Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree at The University of South Florida in 2016, she then went on to completing her Master of Science Nursing Degree at The University of Alabama Birmingham in 2019. She completed her psychiatric internship at Florida Behavioral Medicine, Lakeland Regional Health, and, Yantra Psychiatric Services. Elecia?s professional background includes surgical transplant nursing, cardio thoracic nursing, she is also a proud nurse leader and continues to practice cardio thoracic nursing at the bedside.Elec
Help people gain, re-gain, or improve coping abilities, living skills, and managing symptoms; maximize their strengths; and prevent further disability. PMH-RNs with advanced degrees often focus on design, implementation, evaluation, and operations of psychiatric-mental health care delivery.
Help people gain, re-gain, or improve coping abilities, living skills, and managing symptoms; maximize their strengths; and prevent further disability. PMH-RNs with advanced degrees often focus on design, implementation, evaluation, and operations of psychiatric-mental health care delivery.
Specialties include working with clients who struggle with ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Personality Disorders, and more.
Accepting new Patients! If you are seeking a mental health professional extensively trained in the treatment of depression, grief, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, Bipolar disorders and need to begin or continue care, look no further. Now offering care in Apopka, Orlando, Longwood, and Altamonte Springs.
Hola! Si está buscando un profesional de la salud mental ampliamente capacitado en el tratamiento de la depresión, el duelo, la ansiedad, el ADHD, los trastornos alimentarios, los trastornos bipolares y necesita comenzar o continuar con la atención, no busque más. Aceptando pacientes en Apopka, Orlando, Longwood, y Altamonte.
Specialties include working with clients who struggle with ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Personality Disorders, and more.
Accepting new Patients! If you are seeking a mental health professional extensively trained in the treatment of depression, grief, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, Bipolar disorders and need to begin or continue care, look no further. Now offering care in Apopka, Orlando, Longwood, and Altamonte Springs.
Hola! Si está buscando un profesional de la salud mental ampliamente capacitado en el tratamiento de la depresión, el duelo, la ansiedad, el ADHD, los trastornos alimentarios, los trastornos bipolares y necesita comenzar o continuar con la atención, no busque más. Aceptando pacientes en Apopka, Orlando, Longwood, y Altamonte.
OPA Behavioral Health was established in 2005. Our ultimate goal is to ensure we do everything possible to help our patients maintain happy, productive and successful lives. Please visit one of our 6 beautiful locations in Central FL: Lakeland, Lake Mary, Ocoee, Kissimmee, Orlando, and Jacksonville. OPA prides itself on having Providers (MD, PMHNP, APRN, PA-C) and Mental Health Counselors and FL Registered Interns that are dedicated, compassionate, and innovative. Our excellent reputation is a reflection of our commitment to actively support continuous quality improvement and providing exceptional care via proven treatments.
OPA Behavioral Health was established in 2005. Our ultimate goal is to ensure we do everything possible to help our patients maintain happy, productive and successful lives. Please visit one of our 6 beautiful locations in Central FL: Lakeland, Lake Mary, Ocoee, Kissimmee, Orlando, and Jacksonville. OPA prides itself on having Providers (MD, PMHNP, APRN, PA-C) and Mental Health Counselors and FL Registered Interns that are dedicated, compassionate, and innovative. Our excellent reputation is a reflection of our commitment to actively support continuous quality improvement and providing exceptional care via proven treatments.
Kajessa D. Joseph is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kajessa started working as a certified pharmacy technician at Aspire Health Partners which solidify her desire into mental health. She also worked there as a licensed practical nurse and a registered nurse. She acquired experience as a registered nurse in the progressive care unit, postpartum and newborn nursery at Advent Health hospitals.
Kajessa D. Joseph is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kajessa started working as a certified pharmacy technician at Aspire Health Partners which solidify her desire into mental health. She also worked there as a licensed practical nurse and a registered nurse. She acquired experience as a registered nurse in the progressive care unit, postpartum and newborn nursery at Advent Health hospitals.
Finding the 'why' behind each patient’s story is at the heart of Dr. Saherwala’s approach. To achieve this, she expertly blends psychodynamic therapy with a strategic use of medication management. Board-certified and dedicated, Dr. Saherwala looks beyond surface-level symptoms to find the root of challenges. With a patient-first approach, she thoroughly explores each case from social, medical, and psychological angles. You will feel truly seen and supported throughout your journey.
Finding the 'why' behind each patient’s story is at the heart of Dr. Saherwala’s approach. To achieve this, she expertly blends psychodynamic therapy with a strategic use of medication management. Board-certified and dedicated, Dr. Saherwala looks beyond surface-level symptoms to find the root of challenges. With a patient-first approach, she thoroughly explores each case from social, medical, and psychological angles. You will feel truly seen and supported throughout your journey.
A board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, Ms. Carolann Brooks is humble and caring. She is currently employed at Life Stance Health Celebration, FL location. Patients visit her for a variety of concerns involving mood disorders, anxiety, adhd, psychiatry consultations, and medication management. Ms. Brooks earned her bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida. She pursued her master's degree in counselor education from Florida Polytechnic University and another master's degree in nursing from Vanderbilt University. Ms.
A board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, Ms. Carolann Brooks is humble and caring. She is currently employed at Life Stance Health Celebration, FL location. Patients visit her for a variety of concerns involving mood disorders, anxiety, adhd, psychiatry consultations, and medication management. Ms. Brooks earned her bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida. She pursued her master's degree in counselor education from Florida Polytechnic University and another master's degree in nursing from Vanderbilt University. Ms.
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FAQ - Autism Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with autism spectrum disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder, often referred to simply as autism, is a developmental condition defined by social, communication, and behavioral differences. These challenges can make it difficult for individuals with autism to form and maintain relationships, adapt to changing environments, or thrive in traditional school settings. Symptoms of autism typically emerge in early childhood and are often first noticed by caregivers who observe difficulties in social interactions, the presence of repetitive behaviors, or unusually intense interests in specific topics. Children with autism may also show heightened sensitivity to certain sensory experiences, such as loud noises, bright lights, or specific textures in food or clothing.
How do psychiatrists diagnose and support children with autism?
Psychiatrists, often working in partnership with a pediatrician or developmental specialist, can play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment planning for children with autism. Diagnosis usually begins with an evaluation to assess the child's development, behavior, and overall functioning. Psychiatrists with expertise in autism are skilled at distinguishing the condition from other developmental or behavioral conditions that may share overlapping features, such as learning disorders. After diagnosis, psychiatrists may recommend a variety of supports, including behavioral interventions like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), occupational therapy, and/or family counseling. While there is no medication specific to autism, psychiatrists may prescribe medication to help manage co-occurring conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or anxiety.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in autism?
Because autism presents differently in each individual and is typically identified in childhood, it is especially important to find a psychiatrist with experience working with young children and families. The Psychology Today online directory can help identify providers who specialize in autism and allows for filters based on treatment approaches, age group, and other preferences. When selecting a provider, it is helpful to ask about their specific experience with autism, their philosophy on therapy and medication use, and how they coordinate care with therapists, educators, and other members of a child's care team. Practical factors—such as appointment availability, insurance acceptance, and whether the provider offers in-person or telehealth visits—should also be taken into account to ensure a good fit.