Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists in Sun City Center, FL
As a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with over 12 years of experience, I understand that mental health challenges can have a profound impact on physical health, well-being, and relationships. These impairments can significantly affect all aspects of life. This is why I firmly believe that comprehensive access to psychiatry and mental health care is crucial for achieving optimal health, stability, and regaining control of your life.
As a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with over 12 years of experience, I understand that mental health challenges can have a profound impact on physical health, well-being, and relationships. These impairments can significantly affect all aspects of life. This is why I firmly believe that comprehensive access to psychiatry and mental health care is crucial for achieving optimal health, stability, and regaining control of your life.
Great to meet you! My goal is to help you overcome the challenges you are facing in a safe and comfortable environment to help you improve your quality of life. My passion is helping those with substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use disorder, safely detox from the substances and work towards a meaningful and long-lasting recovery. With a decade of experience serving a wide range of patients, I am a dual-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance!
Great to meet you! My goal is to help you overcome the challenges you are facing in a safe and comfortable environment to help you improve your quality of life. My passion is helping those with substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use disorder, safely detox from the substances and work towards a meaningful and long-lasting recovery. With a decade of experience serving a wide range of patients, I am a dual-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance!
Kayla Ginter, PMHNP, is a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional specializing in psychiatric mental health. She possesses a deep understanding of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, and is committed to delivering patient-centered care that promotes holistic wellness.
Kayla Ginter, PMHNP, is a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional specializing in psychiatric mental health. She possesses a deep understanding of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, and is committed to delivering patient-centered care that promotes holistic wellness.
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Dr. Emma is a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional specializing in psychiatric mental health. She possesses a deep understanding of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, and is committed to delivering patient-centered care that promotes holistic wellness. For individuals experiencing treatment-resistant depression or depression that has not adequately responded to traditional medications, Dr. Emma is now offering Spravato treatments at Sun City location!
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Dr. Emma is a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional specializing in psychiatric mental health. She possesses a deep understanding of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, and is committed to delivering patient-centered care that promotes holistic wellness. For individuals experiencing treatment-resistant depression or depression that has not adequately responded to traditional medications, Dr. Emma is now offering Spravato treatments at Sun City location!
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.
For individuals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and innovative psychiatrist, Dr. Khan offers a beacon of hope. His dedication to his patients’ well-being, combined with his comprehensive approach to treatment, makes him a trusted ally in the journey towards mental health and fulfillment. With a commitment to individualized care, he works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment plans that align with their unique needs and life circumstances.
For individuals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and innovative psychiatrist, Dr. Khan offers a beacon of hope. His dedication to his patients’ well-being, combined with his comprehensive approach to treatment, makes him a trusted ally in the journey towards mental health and fulfillment. With a commitment to individualized care, he works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment plans that align with their unique needs and life circumstances.
My ideal client is an adult or young adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or substance use challenges. They often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and seek a safe space to be truly heard. Their needs include understanding, non-judgmental support, and personalized care that honors their body, mind, and spirit. Their goals: regain balance, build resilience, manage symptoms effectively, and live with greater purpose, peace, and fulfillment—especially those from diverse backgrounds or with military/veteran experiences who value cultural sensitivity and shared understanding.
My ideal client is an adult or young adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or substance use challenges. They often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and seek a safe space to be truly heard. Their needs include understanding, non-judgmental support, and personalized care that honors their body, mind, and spirit. Their goals: regain balance, build resilience, manage symptoms effectively, and live with greater purpose, peace, and fulfillment—especially those from diverse backgrounds or with military/veteran experiences who value cultural sensitivity and shared understanding.
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Educated and trained from Harvard, Columbia, and Cornell, my aim is to provide the most professional and respectful treatment for my patients in the Tampa Bay Area. Both medication management and psychotherapy are available in one place. The scope of psychiatric conditions are covered including depression, anxiety, trauma- related conditions, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Thank you for your interest.
Educated and trained from Harvard, Columbia, and Cornell, my aim is to provide the most professional and respectful treatment for my patients in the Tampa Bay Area. Both medication management and psychotherapy are available in one place. The scope of psychiatric conditions are covered including depression, anxiety, trauma- related conditions, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Thank you for your interest.
Accepting New Patients- Hi there! I provide psychiatric therapy and medication management. I have years of experience managing complex patients as part of a treatment team while working in acute psychiatric units and hospital settings in Hampton Roads, VA and Florida.
Accepting New Patients- Hi there! I provide psychiatric therapy and medication management. I have years of experience managing complex patients as part of a treatment team while working in acute psychiatric units and hospital settings in Hampton Roads, VA and Florida.
Pragnesh Patel, MD, is a Florida licensed Board-certified General/Adult Psychiatrist. He served as lead resident in department of Medicine at East Tennessee State University in 2015. He serves as a Medical Director at Instic Health. Dr Patel has developed standards to offer better care to patients. Instic Health is an outpatient psychiatric practice providing outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment across FL.
Pragnesh Patel, MD, is a Florida licensed Board-certified General/Adult Psychiatrist. He served as lead resident in department of Medicine at East Tennessee State University in 2015. He serves as a Medical Director at Instic Health. Dr Patel has developed standards to offer better care to patients. Instic Health is an outpatient psychiatric practice providing outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment across FL.
I work with individuals throughout the lifespan who are facing various mental health challenges, including:
ADD/ ADHD,
Mood symptoms: depression, irritability, low motivation
Anxiety and panic, including social anxiety and excessive worry
Stress after major life changes
Difficult to manage emotional reactivity
Difficulty concentrating, sleep issues, and fatigue
Medication-related concerns: side effects and adherence
Interpersonal or occupational impairments
supportive guidance throughout treatment with a focus on holistic care
I work with individuals throughout the lifespan who are facing various mental health challenges, including:
ADD/ ADHD,
Mood symptoms: depression, irritability, low motivation
Anxiety and panic, including social anxiety and excessive worry
Stress after major life changes
Difficult to manage emotional reactivity
Difficulty concentrating, sleep issues, and fatigue
Medication-related concerns: side effects and adherence
Interpersonal or occupational impairments
supportive guidance throughout treatment with a focus on holistic care
"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.
Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over it became a butterfly." -Chuang Tzu
Hi! My name is Dr. Jaclyn Bellassai, DNP. I am a nurse practitioner board-certified in psychiatry and in family health. I have a genuine love for people, and I consider myself a sensitive and compassionate person. I find working in my field a privilege, and I am in awe every day of how people choose to confide in me and trust in me to help them. I never take this for granted. I always try to see my patients through their eyes and take their history, culture, and belief systems into consideration when formulating a treatment plan.
Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over it became a butterfly." -Chuang Tzu
Hi! My name is Dr. Jaclyn Bellassai, DNP. I am a nurse practitioner board-certified in psychiatry and in family health. I have a genuine love for people, and I consider myself a sensitive and compassionate person. I find working in my field a privilege, and I am in awe every day of how people choose to confide in me and trust in me to help them. I never take this for granted. I always try to see my patients through their eyes and take their history, culture, and belief systems into consideration when formulating a treatment plan.
I am a triple board-certified (ABPN) psychiatrist working with children, adolescents, and adults (ages 4–64) from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ communities.
I provide individualized care integrating psychotherapy and medication management. My work draws from psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and family therapy. I focus on understanding the deeper patterns behind symptoms while also addressing present-day challenges.
I also offer IV ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for treatment resistant depression, trauma, and related conditions..
Voted Tampa Bay's Top Doctor in 2024 & 2025 for general, child & adolescent psychiatry.
I am a triple board-certified (ABPN) psychiatrist working with children, adolescents, and adults (ages 4–64) from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ communities.
I provide individualized care integrating psychotherapy and medication management. My work draws from psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and family therapy. I focus on understanding the deeper patterns behind symptoms while also addressing present-day challenges.
I also offer IV ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for treatment resistant depression, trauma, and related conditions..
Voted Tampa Bay's Top Doctor in 2024 & 2025 for general, child & adolescent psychiatry.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric services to residents of California, Nevada, and Florida. My approach integrates medical expertise with a supportive, confidential environment to help patients develop insight and understanding. Care is highly individualized and tailored to each patient’s unique needs. As a psychiatrist who incorporates psychotherapy into treatment, I offer a thoughtful, patient-centered approach. In-person services are available in Las Vegas and Reno.. I am licensed to practice medicine in California and Nevada and provide telemedicine psychiatry in Florida. I am a psychiatrist who does talk therapy.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric services to residents of California, Nevada, and Florida. My approach integrates medical expertise with a supportive, confidential environment to help patients develop insight and understanding. Care is highly individualized and tailored to each patient’s unique needs. As a psychiatrist who incorporates psychotherapy into treatment, I offer a thoughtful, patient-centered approach. In-person services are available in Las Vegas and Reno.. I am licensed to practice medicine in California and Nevada and provide telemedicine psychiatry in Florida. I am a psychiatrist who does talk therapy.
I love working with patients from all backgrounds to help them find a sense of normalcy & peace in their daily lives. The patient & I will devise a plan of care together to help the you feel your best mentally and emotionally. I believe in treating the whole person: evaluating labs to rule out medical conditions, identifying stressors that contribute to your mood, and working on ways to improve your quality of life overall. We deprescribe and use holistic treatments as interventions when warranted. We offer an array of services weight loss, hormone replacement, supplementation, and lens neurofeedback to ensure the best outcomes.
I love working with patients from all backgrounds to help them find a sense of normalcy & peace in their daily lives. The patient & I will devise a plan of care together to help the you feel your best mentally and emotionally. I believe in treating the whole person: evaluating labs to rule out medical conditions, identifying stressors that contribute to your mood, and working on ways to improve your quality of life overall. We deprescribe and use holistic treatments as interventions when warranted. We offer an array of services weight loss, hormone replacement, supplementation, and lens neurofeedback to ensure the best outcomes.
I am a double board-certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician with added qualification in child and adolescent psychiatry. With over 17 years of experience as a clinician and educator, with specialties in Addiction Medicine, Mental Health, Detox, Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) , Pain Management, Military Mental Health, and Harm Reduction. My overall mission is to help clients regain control of their life, and in that way, they can live to the fullest with their loved ones.
I am a double board-certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician with added qualification in child and adolescent psychiatry. With over 17 years of experience as a clinician and educator, with specialties in Addiction Medicine, Mental Health, Detox, Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) , Pain Management, Military Mental Health, and Harm Reduction. My overall mission is to help clients regain control of their life, and in that way, they can live to the fullest with their loved ones.
Adults, couples, and families seeking hope and healing for emotional, behavioral, or relationship concerns. Our clients include those facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood and sleep issues, severe mental illness, and those struggling with life transitions. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to a compassionate space focused on personalized care and long-term growth.
Adults, couples, and families seeking hope and healing for emotional, behavioral, or relationship concerns. Our clients include those facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood and sleep issues, severe mental illness, and those struggling with life transitions. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to a compassionate space focused on personalized care and long-term growth.
Hi! My name is Katie. I am a board certified family nurse practitioner. I have a background working in the hospital with patients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries as well as other neurological events such as seizures and strokes. I also have a strong background working with the pediatric population after years of bedside experience at a children's hospital. My passion is to help individuals while utilizing a holistic approach alongside modern medicine and coming up with a treatment plan that suits individuals while working as a team.
Hi! My name is Katie. I am a board certified family nurse practitioner. I have a background working in the hospital with patients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries as well as other neurological events such as seizures and strokes. I also have a strong background working with the pediatric population after years of bedside experience at a children's hospital. My passion is to help individuals while utilizing a holistic approach alongside modern medicine and coming up with a treatment plan that suits individuals while working as a team.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! I am a dual-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner, originally from Haiti, and I am proud to offer care in English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish. Having a background in both family medicine and psychiatric care allows me to support your mental health while keeping your overall physical well-being in mind.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! I am a dual-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner, originally from Haiti, and I am proud to offer care in English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish. Having a background in both family medicine and psychiatric care allows me to support your mental health while keeping your overall physical well-being in mind.
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How can psychiatrists help with dissociative disorders?
Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions—including dissociative identity disorder (DID), dissociative amnesia, and depersonalization-derealization disorder—that are characterized by a disruption or disconnection from reality. While occasional moments of disconnection, such as daydreaming or becoming immersed in a movie, are common and typically harmless, dissociative disorders are diagnosed when these experiences become distressing, chronic, or interfere with daily functioning. Symptoms of dissociation can include feeling detached from one's body, experiencing a sense of unreality, memory loss (amnesia), or a general disconnection from one's surroundings. These symptoms can range in intensity from mild to severe and may occur episodically or persist for longer periods of time.
How do psychiatrists evaluate and treat dissociative disorders?
Psychiatrists play a critical role in identifying and treating dissociative disorders, often focusing on the underlying causes of dissociation—most commonly a history of trauma. Initial psychiatric sessions typically begin with an evaluation to assess current symptoms and understand a client's medical and psychological history. This process helps determine potential triggers for dissociation and rules out any medical or substance-related causes. Evaluations often include questions about trauma exposure, co-occurring mental health conditions (such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD), substance use, and the frequency, duration, and nature of dissociative episodes. Ongoing psychiatric care is usually individualized and may involve a combination of therapeutic approaches depending on the type and severity of the dissociative disorder. Treatment can include trauma-informed therapy, psychoeducation, medication management for co-occurring conditions, and supportive psychotherapy to help clients develop grounding techniques and better manage their dissociative symptoms.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in dissociative disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in dissociative disorders and trauma-related conditions. The platform offers search filters to narrow results by clinical specialty—such as dissociative disorders, trauma, or PTSD—as well as by insurance coverage, session cost, location, and provider identity preferences. When seeking care, it's important to ask potential providers about their specific experience with dissociative disorders and their approach to trauma-informed care, as these conditions often require specialized knowledge and are not treated by all psychiatrists.