Male Psychiatrists in Pensacola, FL
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
Anton Dragonetti
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Pensacola, FL 32501 (Online Only)
I listen to the individual’s needs and consider myself part of a team when working with clients. Our mission is to bridge the gap between patients and mental health services in the state of Florida through telehealth services. Anton Dragonetti believes in using evidence-based treatment modalities. He takes the time to complete prior authorizations so clients have access to the newest medications needed. He strives to look at each individual as a whole person and focuses on holistic treatment, which includes medication management, nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene practices.
I listen to the individual’s needs and consider myself part of a team when working with clients. Our mission is to bridge the gap between patients and mental health services in the state of Florida through telehealth services. Anton Dragonetti believes in using evidence-based treatment modalities. He takes the time to complete prior authorizations so clients have access to the newest medications needed. He strives to look at each individual as a whole person and focuses on holistic treatment, which includes medication management, nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene practices.
I thoroughly enjoy working with adults whether it be medication management or more from the psychotherapeutic aspect.
Board Certified provider accepting Tricare, Florida Blue, Cigna Insurance patients. As a Medical Doctor (MD), my goal is working with individuals and helping them 'moving forward'. We are often limited by by own beliefs and sometimes achieve only a fraction of what we are capable because of the "old story" we tell ourselves. When it come to medications, I will ask "what is your long term goal" and work from there... Let's have the tough conversation on front end - This is NOT a practice prescribing benzodiazepines long term. If you feel it might be a good fit, then you can go to website and fill out patient intake form.
I thoroughly enjoy working with adults whether it be medication management or more from the psychotherapeutic aspect.
Board Certified provider accepting Tricare, Florida Blue, Cigna Insurance patients. As a Medical Doctor (MD), my goal is working with individuals and helping them 'moving forward'. We are often limited by by own beliefs and sometimes achieve only a fraction of what we are capable because of the "old story" we tell ourselves. When it come to medications, I will ask "what is your long term goal" and work from there... Let's have the tough conversation on front end - This is NOT a practice prescribing benzodiazepines long term. If you feel it might be a good fit, then you can go to website and fill out patient intake form.
Online Psychiatrists
Joe Mertes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARPN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Panama City, FL 32401
Through proper medication management, my goal is to work closely with my patients to alleviate any fears they may have about medications, working with them to develop a treatment plan that they feel comfortable following.
With over 14 years of experience in the healthcare field, I have always felt drawn to the mental health community. From my time spent working for an inpatient psychiatric facility, to the time spent on an acute care medical floor, I have always been fortunate to have the opportunity to be a voice and advocate for these patients. As I embark on this new journey as a clinician in a private office, my goal is to continue to be the advocate and voice for my patients. Through compassionate care, my goal is to give my patients back the life that they feel their mental illness has taken from them.
Through proper medication management, my goal is to work closely with my patients to alleviate any fears they may have about medications, working with them to develop a treatment plan that they feel comfortable following.
With over 14 years of experience in the healthcare field, I have always felt drawn to the mental health community. From my time spent working for an inpatient psychiatric facility, to the time spent on an acute care medical floor, I have always been fortunate to have the opportunity to be a voice and advocate for these patients. As I embark on this new journey as a clinician in a private office, my goal is to continue to be the advocate and voice for my patients. Through compassionate care, my goal is to give my patients back the life that they feel their mental illness has taken from them.
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Male Psychiatrists
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.