Women's Issues Psychiatrists in Tampa, FL
I, personally know there is this stigma around mental health, why yet no one knows why. What I do know, sometimes we need help taking our lives back. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and other mental health disorders if not properly treated can result in adverse behaviors such as difficulty sleeping, unhealthy eating habits, negative coping skills and sometimes substance abuse. I’m here to help you with those problems, by treating from a holistic style we work on modification to behaviors, lifestyle changes, and possible medication management. The goal is to always become the best version of ourself.
I, personally know there is this stigma around mental health, why yet no one knows why. What I do know, sometimes we need help taking our lives back. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and other mental health disorders if not properly treated can result in adverse behaviors such as difficulty sleeping, unhealthy eating habits, negative coping skills and sometimes substance abuse. I’m here to help you with those problems, by treating from a holistic style we work on modification to behaviors, lifestyle changes, and possible medication management. The goal is to always become the best version of ourself.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 1 year of experience supporting individuals on their mental wellness journey. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use. My approach blends medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, empathetic space. I focus on building rapport, empowering clients through education, and tailoring treatment plans to meet unique goals.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 1 year of experience supporting individuals on their mental wellness journey. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use. My approach blends medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, empathetic space. I focus on building rapport, empowering clients through education, and tailoring treatment plans to meet unique goals.
Stephanie Sweeny @ Women's MH Specialists
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNM
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I built Women’s Mental Health Specialists because I know what it feels like to be unheard, misdiagnosed, or stuck in a treatment that just isn’t working. Women’s mental health is complex, and too often, it’s treated with guesswork. I refuse to let that happen here. My mission is to get the diagnosis right, build a team that actually supports you, and create a plan that gets real results. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, or the impact of hormonal shifts, I’m here to help you understand what’s happening, regain control, and move forward with confidence.
I built Women’s Mental Health Specialists because I know what it feels like to be unheard, misdiagnosed, or stuck in a treatment that just isn’t working. Women’s mental health is complex, and too often, it’s treated with guesswork. I refuse to let that happen here. My mission is to get the diagnosis right, build a team that actually supports you, and create a plan that gets real results. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, or the impact of hormonal shifts, I’m here to help you understand what’s happening, regain control, and move forward with confidence.
Are you the one everyone relies on, yet privately feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? I work with busy professionals, leaders, and high-functioning adults navigating life transitions, relationship strain, spiritual concerns, self-worth struggles, and emotional patterns that no longer shift with insight alone. Through holistic, trauma-informed concierge therapy, intensive therapy, and Mental and Emotional Release-based work, I help clients create deeper clarity, confidence, and meaningful forward movement.
Are you the one everyone relies on, yet privately feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? I work with busy professionals, leaders, and high-functioning adults navigating life transitions, relationship strain, spiritual concerns, self-worth struggles, and emotional patterns that no longer shift with insight alone. Through holistic, trauma-informed concierge therapy, intensive therapy, and Mental and Emotional Release-based work, I help clients create deeper clarity, confidence, and meaningful forward movement.
Welcome! I am a dual-board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in providing compassionate care to a diverse range of adolescents and adults. I take a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring each individual receives the support they need.
Welcome! I am a dual-board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in providing compassionate care to a diverse range of adolescents and adults. I take a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring each individual receives the support they need.
I have been a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for 30 years in a variety of settings including 10 years in the VA in a Dual Diagnosis program. No matter what role I am in, I bring my compassion for the human spirit, my commitment to helping people, acceptance of diversity, and my sense of humor. My treatment focus is utilization of therapy and medication management for persons with depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, dual diagnosis, and addictions. I see us as a team, working together to explore challenges, and problem-solve for the future.
I have been a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for 30 years in a variety of settings including 10 years in the VA in a Dual Diagnosis program. No matter what role I am in, I bring my compassion for the human spirit, my commitment to helping people, acceptance of diversity, and my sense of humor. My treatment focus is utilization of therapy and medication management for persons with depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, dual diagnosis, and addictions. I see us as a team, working together to explore challenges, and problem-solve for the future.
I welcome children, adolescents, adults, and older adults from all walks of life who are seeking support for their mental and emotional well-being. My clients may be navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, grief, relationship challenges, caregiver burnout, behavioral concerns, or major life transitions. Others seek support during significant life changes such as becoming a parent, caring for a loved one, navigating fertility or IVF journeys, adjusting to pregnancy or postpartum life, or managing the challenges that come with aging. No matter where you are in your journey, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space.
I welcome children, adolescents, adults, and older adults from all walks of life who are seeking support for their mental and emotional well-being. My clients may be navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, grief, relationship challenges, caregiver burnout, behavioral concerns, or major life transitions. Others seek support during significant life changes such as becoming a parent, caring for a loved one, navigating fertility or IVF journeys, adjusting to pregnancy or postpartum life, or managing the challenges that come with aging. No matter where you are in your journey, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space.
Welcome! I am a dual-board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in providing compassionate care to a diverse range of adolescents and adults. I take a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring each individual receives the support they need.
Welcome! I am a dual-board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in providing compassionate care to a diverse range of adolescents and adults. I take a personalized approach to treatment, ensuring each individual receives the support they need.
My ideal client is high-functioning yet struggling internally with anxiety, mood changes, burnout, sleep issues, or difficulty focusing. They are often navigating life transitions or hormonal changes and want care that looks beyond a diagnosis. They value thoughtful, unrushed care that considers lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, stress, and overall health. Their goal is sustainable improvement—not quick fixes—through collaborative care that may include medication, supportive therapy, and practical tools. They want to feel understood, empowered, and supported in building long-term emotional wellness.
My ideal client is high-functioning yet struggling internally with anxiety, mood changes, burnout, sleep issues, or difficulty focusing. They are often navigating life transitions or hormonal changes and want care that looks beyond a diagnosis. They value thoughtful, unrushed care that considers lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, stress, and overall health. Their goal is sustainable improvement—not quick fixes—through collaborative care that may include medication, supportive therapy, and practical tools. They want to feel understood, empowered, and supported in building long-term emotional wellness.
My ideal clients are those who are experiencing hormone-related mood changes- PMDD, postpartum depression, perimenopause, or symptoms their doctors call "normal" but feel anything but. I also support children, teens, and adults (ages 10–65) with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and OCD. Many clients come to me after trying other approaches without lasting results. At Hive Mental Health & Wellness, we take a holistic view, connecting hormones, biology, and life experience, to build care that actually works. If you're ready to feel like yourself again, I'd love to connect.
My ideal clients are those who are experiencing hormone-related mood changes- PMDD, postpartum depression, perimenopause, or symptoms their doctors call "normal" but feel anything but. I also support children, teens, and adults (ages 10–65) with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and OCD. Many clients come to me after trying other approaches without lasting results. At Hive Mental Health & Wellness, we take a holistic view, connecting hormones, biology, and life experience, to build care that actually works. If you're ready to feel like yourself again, I'd love to connect.
Many of my patients are individuals struggling with some sort of undesirable symptoms related to their mental health and find me to see if medication may be something that can help them. Taking this step can feel vulnerable and intimidating. The work that I do comes from an innate passion to empower individuals to take control of their quality of life by giving attention to their mental health. I partner with my patients to discover and create a plan for their mental health that feels comfortable, doable and sustainable.
Many of my patients are individuals struggling with some sort of undesirable symptoms related to their mental health and find me to see if medication may be something that can help them. Taking this step can feel vulnerable and intimidating. The work that I do comes from an innate passion to empower individuals to take control of their quality of life by giving attention to their mental health. I partner with my patients to discover and create a plan for their mental health that feels comfortable, doable and sustainable.
Tabitha enjoys working with adults that may be experiencing symptoms consistent with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, sleep issues, OCD, ADHD, and/or trauma—ready for real change. They want care that feels personal, where they’re heard, understood, and valued. They embrace a holistic path, blending medication, new skills, and lifestyle shifts to fuel growth. Together, we’ll create a plan to reclaim control, strengthen relationships, and build a life filled with confidence, purpose, and peace.
Tabitha enjoys working with adults that may be experiencing symptoms consistent with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, sleep issues, OCD, ADHD, and/or trauma—ready for real change. They want care that feels personal, where they’re heard, understood, and valued. They embrace a holistic path, blending medication, new skills, and lifestyle shifts to fuel growth. Together, we’ll create a plan to reclaim control, strengthen relationships, and build a life filled with confidence, purpose, and peace.
I chose to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner because I am passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Mental health challenges can significantly affect every aspect of a person’s well-being, relationships, and daily functioning, and I believe compassionate, patient-centered care can make a meaningful difference.
I chose to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner because I am passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Mental health challenges can significantly affect every aspect of a person’s well-being, relationships, and daily functioning, and I believe compassionate, patient-centered care can make a meaningful difference.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14+ years of experience providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for adults. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your needs, helping you manage anxiety, depression, mood challenges, and life stressors while building resilience and lasting well-being.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14+ years of experience providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for adults. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your needs, helping you manage anxiety, depression, mood challenges, and life stressors while building resilience and lasting well-being.
Helen Lancy, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a doctorate from the University of Missouri. With multiple years of adult-gerontology psychiatry experience, she specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma in adults 18 and older. Passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care, Helen is dedicated to serving patients from diverse backgrounds, particularly those in underserved communities. Helen champions patient empowerment, guiding her patients to take control of their health and emotional wellbeing.
Helen Lancy, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a doctorate from the University of Missouri. With multiple years of adult-gerontology psychiatry experience, she specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma in adults 18 and older. Passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care, Helen is dedicated to serving patients from diverse backgrounds, particularly those in underserved communities. Helen champions patient empowerment, guiding her patients to take control of their health and emotional wellbeing.
Dr. Rosario Hidalgo is a board certified psychiatrist with expertise in the diagnosis and psychopharmacological treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adult patients. She received her medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1991 and completed psychiatry training in 1996. She subsequently completed her general psychiatry residency and fellowship in psychopharmacology at Duke University in 2005. Dr. Hidalgo sees patients that prefer to be seen in a private setting without using their insurance and with direct contact with a physician/psychiatrist. This allows privacy and quality of care.
Dr. Rosario Hidalgo is a board certified psychiatrist with expertise in the diagnosis and psychopharmacological treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adult patients. She received her medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1991 and completed psychiatry training in 1996. She subsequently completed her general psychiatry residency and fellowship in psychopharmacology at Duke University in 2005. Dr. Hidalgo sees patients that prefer to be seen in a private setting without using their insurance and with direct contact with a physician/psychiatrist. This allows privacy and quality of care.
When you are suffering, you want help now, not three weeks from now! I keep appointments open for new patients, so you can be seen quickly, usually within a few days. Imagine waking up feeling refreshed and ready for the day. Imagine going to bed at night and falling asleep easily, not dreading the next day. Do you want to feel less depressed, and start enjoying life again? Are you suffering from anxiety and want relief? There is help, and you can feel better.
When you are suffering, you want help now, not three weeks from now! I keep appointments open for new patients, so you can be seen quickly, usually within a few days. Imagine waking up feeling refreshed and ready for the day. Imagine going to bed at night and falling asleep easily, not dreading the next day. Do you want to feel less depressed, and start enjoying life again? Are you suffering from anxiety and want relief? There is help, and you can feel better.
You don't have to have it ALL figured out to start feeling better! Maybe you're exhausted from trying to hold everything together, or maybe you’ve just hit a point where something needs to change. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to meet you there.
I’m JoJo, and I support people in feeling more connected, balanced, and in control of their mental health. My work combines individualized medication management with open, honest conversation and realistic lifestyle support. We’ll look at the full picture: stress, sleep, nutrition, relationships, and meaning. Then we decide together what deserves focus.
You don't have to have it ALL figured out to start feeling better! Maybe you're exhausted from trying to hold everything together, or maybe you’ve just hit a point where something needs to change. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to meet you there.
I’m JoJo, and I support people in feeling more connected, balanced, and in control of their mental health. My work combines individualized medication management with open, honest conversation and realistic lifestyle support. We’ll look at the full picture: stress, sleep, nutrition, relationships, and meaning. Then we decide together what deserves focus.
There is no greater feeling in life, than the relief of being listened and understood. We do not take insurance, it is a private practice in which the care is completely directed towards the patient's need. Book online https://square.site/book/452HC6CB74ADX/child-and-adolescent-tampa-bay-psychiatry-hyde-park-fl
There is no greater feeling in life, than the relief of being listened and understood. We do not take insurance, it is a private practice in which the care is completely directed towards the patient's need. Book online https://square.site/book/452HC6CB74ADX/child-and-adolescent-tampa-bay-psychiatry-hyde-park-fl
Dr. Megan Toufexis is a board certified physician in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. Her office is now taking new patients. The office has skilled and compassionate doctors and medical providers. They provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, CBT, ADHD testing, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy, women's mental health care, and treatment for OCD, and eating disorders.
We partner with TMS of S. Tampa.
Dr. Megan Toufexis is a board certified physician in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. Her office is now taking new patients. The office has skilled and compassionate doctors and medical providers. They provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, CBT, ADHD testing, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy, women's mental health care, and treatment for OCD, and eating disorders.
We partner with TMS of S. Tampa.
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FAQ - Psychiatrists for Women's Issues
How can psychiatrists help women with gender-specific mental health challenges?
Women can face a variety of unique mental health challenges that they may seek psychiatric support for, such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause, body image concerns, and other conditions that intersect with gender-based experiences. Psychiatrists with specific expertise in working with women can offer treatment for these conditions, often through medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. While not all psychiatrists who specialize in women's issues are female, some women find that they are most comfortable seeing a female psychiatrist, as they may feel more supported by someone who has shared life experiences and perspectives.
What does psychiatric treatment for women's issues involve?
Because women's issues encompass a variety of concerns, the course of treatment recommended by a psychiatrist will vary. However, psychiatrists will often begin treatment with an assessment of a client's current symptoms and recommend a treatment plan according to the assessment findings. Treatment often includes a combination of psychotherapy and medication, depending on the nature of the concern and the individual's goals. For example, a psychiatrist might use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, or interpersonal therapy (IPT) to help clients explore and address challenges related to identity, relationships, parenting, or past trauma. For those experiencing mood changes related to hormonal fluctuations—such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or perinatal depression—medication may also be considered to help stabilize mood. In many cases, psychiatrists will coordinate with other healthcare providers, such as OB-GYNs or primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive care.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in women's issues?
Psychology Today's online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists by treatment specialty and gender, making it easy to find psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who treat women's issues and identify as female. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees.