Transgender Psychiatrists in Orlando, FL
Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life stressors. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking a more personalized approach to care.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space focused on thorough evaluation, medication management when appropriate, and practical strategies to improve daily functioning. My goal is to help clients gain clarity, build resilience, and achieve lasting emotional balance.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life stressors. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking a more personalized approach to care.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space focused on thorough evaluation, medication management when appropriate, and practical strategies to improve daily functioning. My goal is to help clients gain clarity, build resilience, and achieve lasting emotional balance.
Shimi Mathew is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2024. Through active listening and using Therapeutic communication techniques, Shimi develops trust with clients. Shimi provides the best and unique care that meets their needs by being compassionate and empathetic and having long-time experience working in mental health. Outside of work, Shimi enjoys music, enjoying nature, spending time with family, and traveling.
Shimi Mathew is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2024. Through active listening and using Therapeutic communication techniques, Shimi develops trust with clients. Shimi provides the best and unique care that meets their needs by being compassionate and empathetic and having long-time experience working in mental health. Outside of work, Shimi enjoys music, enjoying nature, spending time with family, and traveling.
My ideal clients are those who have not responded to standard psychiatric care, years of partial improvement, unclear diagnoses, or treatment that never fully addressed the problem. I came up through psychiatry from the ground floor, beginning as a mental health technician and building 13 years of clinical experience across settings. That path shapes how I evaluate and treat complexity. I work with adolescents, adults, and perinatal patients, including Spanish-speaking families, who need precise, culturally informed care. At MindSolutions Psychiatry, the focus is not just symptom control, but diagnostic clarity and resolution.
My ideal clients are those who have not responded to standard psychiatric care, years of partial improvement, unclear diagnoses, or treatment that never fully addressed the problem. I came up through psychiatry from the ground floor, beginning as a mental health technician and building 13 years of clinical experience across settings. That path shapes how I evaluate and treat complexity. I work with adolescents, adults, and perinatal patients, including Spanish-speaking families, who need precise, culturally informed care. At MindSolutions Psychiatry, the focus is not just symptom control, but diagnostic clarity and resolution.
I thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I know that the healthcare field is a calling, and one of my life missions is to impact others positively. I went explicitly into psychiatry because, during high school I felt there were only a few subjects I could apply to everyday life. Everything starts with the mind, and as the famous quote states, “I think therefore I am.” First are the thoughts, whether conscious or unconscious, then feelings, i.e., emotions, and then actions. Thoughts, feelings, and actions encompass our daily lives and must be in harmony in order for us to live up to our full potential.
I thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I know that the healthcare field is a calling, and one of my life missions is to impact others positively. I went explicitly into psychiatry because, during high school I felt there were only a few subjects I could apply to everyday life. Everything starts with the mind, and as the famous quote states, “I think therefore I am.” First are the thoughts, whether conscious or unconscious, then feelings, i.e., emotions, and then actions. Thoughts, feelings, and actions encompass our daily lives and must be in harmony in order for us to live up to our full potential.
Amber Jane
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP , PMHNP-C, AGNP-C, EMDRPT, NPT-C
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803
I specialize in medication management and am committed to providing support grounded in confidentiality, compassion, and respect.
I specialize in medication management and am committed to providing support grounded in confidentiality, compassion, and respect.
I support people facing anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma, OCD, eating and substance concerns, grief, relationship stress, and identity-related care, including LGBTQIA+ and transgender support.
You might be dealing with constant anxiety, racing thoughts, ADHD focus struggles, mood swings, panic, sleep problems, or depression that won’t lift. Maybe you’re carrying grief, trauma, relationship stress, substance use concerns, or feeling overwhelmed around parenting or identity. You want relief, steadier emotions, better sleep, and healthier ways to cope, and a place where you don’t have to explain or defend your experience to be understood.
I support people facing anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma, OCD, eating and substance concerns, grief, relationship stress, and identity-related care, including LGBTQIA+ and transgender support.
You might be dealing with constant anxiety, racing thoughts, ADHD focus struggles, mood swings, panic, sleep problems, or depression that won’t lift. Maybe you’re carrying grief, trauma, relationship stress, substance use concerns, or feeling overwhelmed around parenting or identity. You want relief, steadier emotions, better sleep, and healthier ways to cope, and a place where you don’t have to explain or defend your experience to be understood.
January 2025, accepting new clients. As a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health, I combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to support individuals on their journey toward wellness. My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
January 2025, accepting new clients. As a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health, I combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to support individuals on their journey toward wellness. My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
My approach to mental health care goes beyond medication management—I am passionate about delivering integrated, personalized treatment that supports an optimal quality of life. I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric care for individuals aged 6 and older, focusing on ADHD evaluations, trauma-informed treatment, and a wide range of mental health conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, and Paranoia.
My approach to mental health care goes beyond medication management—I am passionate about delivering integrated, personalized treatment that supports an optimal quality of life. I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric care for individuals aged 6 and older, focusing on ADHD evaluations, trauma-informed treatment, and a wide range of mental health conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, and Paranoia.
Positive mental health occurs when every aspect of one’s life is in balance. It incorporates emotional and physical health. This balance requires learning the necessary skills to cope with stress and react appropriately to life’s uncertainties. At Sunshine Premier Wellness Center, we are dedicated to helping adults, teens, and kids overcome the challenges of mental health conditions and move forward toward their goals. We offer psychiatric and psychological evaluations, neuropsychological testing, medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) services.
Positive mental health occurs when every aspect of one’s life is in balance. It incorporates emotional and physical health. This balance requires learning the necessary skills to cope with stress and react appropriately to life’s uncertainties. At Sunshine Premier Wellness Center, we are dedicated to helping adults, teens, and kids overcome the challenges of mental health conditions and move forward toward their goals. We offer psychiatric and psychological evaluations, neuropsychological testing, medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) services.
In addition, Dr. Murillo has a strong passion for helping individuals who have not responded adequately to traditional medication treatments. This interest has led him to explore and incorporate alternative and advanced treatment modalities, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Electroconvulsive Therapy, and Spravato. Currently, he is actively assisting in the initiation and coordination of Spravato treatment for patients in the Orlando area, expanding access to innovative care for treatment-resistant conditions. Outside of work, Dr.
In addition, Dr. Murillo has a strong passion for helping individuals who have not responded adequately to traditional medication treatments. This interest has led him to explore and incorporate alternative and advanced treatment modalities, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Electroconvulsive Therapy, and Spravato. Currently, he is actively assisting in the initiation and coordination of Spravato treatment for patients in the Orlando area, expanding access to innovative care for treatment-resistant conditions. Outside of work, Dr.
Spark Wellness Group works to provide compassionate and personalized care for all of our patients. We conduct psychiatric evaluations and offer medication management services for children, adolescents, and adult patients.
Spark Wellness Group works to provide compassionate and personalized care for all of our patients. We conduct psychiatric evaluations and offer medication management services for children, adolescents, and adult patients.
Kelly Walker is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kelly offers clients experienced, empathetic, and compassionate care. When she is not working, Kelly enjoys solo traveling, reading, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and hanging out with her dogs.Kelly Walker is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kelly offers clients experienced, empathetic, and compassionate care. When she is not working, Kelly enjoys solo traveling, reading, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and hanging out with her dogs.
Kelly Walker is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kelly offers clients experienced, empathetic, and compassionate care. When she is not working, Kelly enjoys solo traveling, reading, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and hanging out with her dogs.Kelly Walker is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. Kelly offers clients experienced, empathetic, and compassionate care. When she is not working, Kelly enjoys solo traveling, reading, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and hanging out with her dogs.
I don’t want to see anyone who needs this service to be denied because of cost. I provide an initial one hour assessment followed by a briefer medication check every 3 to 6 months, depending on your need. I am also available within hours by text for any questions.
I also recommend wholistic remedies. I especially want to serve the uninsured or unemployed.
I also provide psychotherapy/life-coaching for anxiety, grief, depression or any other issue which keeps you from enjoying your life.
I don’t want to see anyone who needs this service to be denied because of cost. I provide an initial one hour assessment followed by a briefer medication check every 3 to 6 months, depending on your need. I am also available within hours by text for any questions.
I also recommend wholistic remedies. I especially want to serve the uninsured or unemployed.
I also provide psychotherapy/life-coaching for anxiety, grief, depression or any other issue which keeps you from enjoying your life.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Dr. Sherin Parvez is an experienced psychiatrist who specializes in adult mental health diagnosis & treatment. She is up to date with the current cutting edge advancements in the medical field of Psychiatry. She seamlessly combines her training & experience into her practice. Dr. Parvez has more than 10 years of experience in the medical field, which includes her work in Internal Medicine, ObGyn, NeuroPsych, and General Psychiatry. She finished her residency at the University of Missouri, School of Medicine, Columbia.
Dr. Sherin Parvez is an experienced psychiatrist who specializes in adult mental health diagnosis & treatment. She is up to date with the current cutting edge advancements in the medical field of Psychiatry. She seamlessly combines her training & experience into her practice. Dr. Parvez has more than 10 years of experience in the medical field, which includes her work in Internal Medicine, ObGyn, NeuroPsych, and General Psychiatry. She finished her residency at the University of Missouri, School of Medicine, Columbia.
I enjoy caring for a diverse population, including women, adolescents, young adults, veterans, and members of the Hispanic community. My clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related conditions, and I strive to provide care that is individualized, evidence-based, and grounded in respect for each person’s unique experiences and goals.
I enjoy caring for a diverse population, including women, adolescents, young adults, veterans, and members of the Hispanic community. My clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related conditions, and I strive to provide care that is individualized, evidence-based, and grounded in respect for each person’s unique experiences and goals.
Brightsoul Behavioral & Medical Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32835
Hello, I am Esther L. Pelissier. I am a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse and family nurse practitioner, and a foreign physician. During my time in the healthcare field, I've had experience with clients aged 10 - 80 years who are struggling with adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and much more.
Hello, I am Esther L. Pelissier. I am a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse and family nurse practitioner, and a foreign physician. During my time in the healthcare field, I've had experience with clients aged 10 - 80 years who are struggling with adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and much more.
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How can psychiatrists help transgender individuals?
Transgender individuals experience significantly higher rates of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. These disparities may be rooted in systemic issues such as barriers to accessing supportive healthcare. Many transgender people also experience gender dysphoria—emotional distress arising from a mismatch between their gender identity and the sex assigned at birth—which can impact mental health as well. These unique challenges often require care from mental health professionals who are knowledgeable and experienced in working with transgender clients. Supportive treatment is crucial for improving psychological well-being and fostering resilience in the face of ongoing stressors.
What does treatment look like for transgender clients?
Psychiatrists with expertise in transgender mental health possess a deep understanding of gender identity, the emotional and social aspects of transitioning, and how marginalization affects psychological health. They may prescribe medication for psychiatric conditions if necessary and ensure that such medications are compatible with any concurrent hormone treatment. Many psychiatrists also integrate or recommend evidence-based behavioral therapies to transgender clients. Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other trauma-informed care interventions can help transgender individuals process trauma, manage dysphoria, and develop coping strategies to navigate life challenges. Therapy may also support identity development, improve self-esteem, and strengthen social support systems.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in transgender mental health?
The Psychology Today directory is a valuable tool for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in transgender mental health. The platform allows users to filter by clinical focus and provider identity. When reviewing provider profiles, look for inclusive language and explicit mention of transgender-specific experience. It may also be helpful to ask potential providers about their experience supporting transition-related care, whether they can assist with letters for gender-affirming treatments, and how they collaborate with other members of a care team. Practical considerations—such as appointment availability, telehealth options, and insurance acceptance—are also important when choosing a provider.