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Psychiatrists in Fort Myers–Naples, FL

431 listed in Fort Myers–Naples, FL · Listings last verified November 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 431 psychiatry providers in the Fort Myers–Naples area, most of them in Fort Myers, Naples and Cape Coral. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 61 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Ann Hart, APRN

Centerstone

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.7 (30 Google reviews)

Address
4350 Fowler St Ste 15, Fort Myers 33901
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (239) 208-6390 Website Directions

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Anna M. Orshowitz, PMHNP-C

Phoenix Behavioral Group

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (47 Google reviews)

Address
4949 Tamiami Trl N Ste 202, Naples 34103
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (239) 259-1659 Website Directions

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April Caywood, APRN

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.1 (466 Google reviews)

Address
6075 Bathey Ln, Naples 34116
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (612) 245-8790 Website Directions

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Ascend Behavioral Health

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.7 (73 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
6360 Presidential Ct #1, Fort Myers 33919
Telehealth
Offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (786) 373-3027 Website Directions

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Ashley H. Chatigny, DO

New Brittany Behavioral Health Office

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (3 Google reviews)

Address
12550 New Brittany Blvd Ste 100, Fort Myers 33907
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (239) 343-9180 Website Directions

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Barbaro R. Sarosa Cepero, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, APRN

Psychiatry

Address
3501 Del Prado Blvd S Ste 303, Cape Coral 33904
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (239) 317-0265 Directions

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Beatriz M. Hornia, NP

Uniq Mind & Wellness

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (55 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd Ste 113, Naples 34110
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (239) 422-6810 Website Directions

Last verified Nov 2026 Report a correction

Bernardo J. Arias, MD

Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Port Charlotte Harbor

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.1 (357 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
3191 Harbor Blvd Ste A, Port Charlotte 33952
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Practice accepts Medicare
Medicaid
Practice accepts Medicaid
Call (239) 223-2751 Website Directions

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In the Fort Myers–Naples area

Our Fort Myers–Naples listings cover Southwest Florida: Lee County, Collier County, Charlotte County and Sarasota County. That runs from Marco Island and Naples north through Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers and Cape Coral to Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood and North Port.

Fort Myers and Naples hold most of the listings, so many people choose between those two depending on where they live. Cape Coral and Port Charlotte have smaller groups. Lehigh Acres has some psychiatry listings, but fewer specialists overall.

Lee Health and Millennium Physician Group are names you'll see often. So are the Heart Institute cardiology offices in the Fort Myers area and Gastroenterology Associates of S.W. Florida. For mental health care, David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health, SalusCare and Charlotte Behavioral Health Care are among the area's community providers. Because many groups have offices in more than one county, ask which location your doctor works from before you book.

Psychiatry care in Southwest Florida includes community providers such as David Lawrence Centers, SalusCare and Charlotte Behavioral Health Care. Elite DNA has offices in Fort Myers, Port Charlotte and Naples, and New Brittany Behavioral Health and Uniq Mind & Wellness also appear. Fort Myers and Naples have the most listings, followed by Cape Coral.

Nearby: West Palm Beach, FL · Miami–Fort Lauderdale, FL · Tampa–St. Petersburg–Sarasota, FL

How to choose a psychiatrist

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and substance use disorders. Psychiatrists can prescribe medicine, and many focus on finding and adjusting the right medication [2].

Know who does what. Several kinds of professionals treat mental health, and they often work together:

  • Psychiatrists diagnose conditions and prescribe and manage medication. Some also provide therapy.
  • Psychiatric nurse practitioners can also diagnose and prescribe, depending on state rules [2]. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification [3]. We list them alongside psychiatrists, with credentials shown.
  • Psychologists and therapists provide talk therapy and, for psychologists, testing. They are not usually prescribers [2].

If you mainly want talk therapy, a psychologist or therapist may be the better first stop. If you think you may need medication, or your medication isn't working, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner is the right choice. Many people see both.

Check credentials. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certifies psychiatrists. You can check a psychiatrist's certification for free on the ABPN website [1]. Our listings show the credentials providers report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification or licenses.

Match the provider to your needs. Some psychiatrists focus on children and teens, older adults or addiction. Ask whether the practice treats your age group and your condition before you book.

Ask about telehealth. Many psychiatry visits, especially medication follow-ups, happen by video. Ask whether the first visit can be online and whether the provider is licensed in your state.

Confirm insurance and cost. Some psychiatrists don't take insurance, so ask before you book. Call the office or check your insurer's directory. Medicare Part B covers outpatient mental health visits with psychiatrists and nurse practitioners; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [4].

Ask about wait times. New-patient waits can run weeks or months. Ask about a cancellation list, and ask your primary care doctor whether they can start treatment while you wait.

Know when not to wait. If you're thinking about suicide or are in emotional distress, call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. It's free, confidential and open 24/7 [5]. Veterans can call 988 and press 1 [6]. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medicine. A psychologist has a doctoral degree, such as a PhD or PsyD, and provides talk therapy and testing but usually doesn't prescribe. Many people see a psychologist or therapist for therapy and a psychiatrist for medication.

Can a psychiatric nurse practitioner prescribe medication?

Yes, in general. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, though the exact rules depend on your state. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification. Our listings include psychiatric nurse practitioners alongside psychiatrists, with the credentials they report to the NPI registry, so you can see who is who.

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?

It depends on your insurance. Many HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor, while PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Some plans manage mental health benefits through a separate company, so check the back of your insurance card or call your plan to find out what's needed before you book.

Can I see a psychiatrist by telehealth?

Often, yes. Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer video visits, especially for medication follow-ups. The provider usually needs to be licensed in the state where you are during the visit. Medicare and many private plans cover mental health telehealth, but rules vary, so ask the practice and your plan before you book.

What should I do in a mental health crisis?

Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It's free, confidential and open 24 hours a day. Veterans can call 988 and press 1. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Don't wait for a psychiatry appointment in a crisis.

Sources

  1. American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology — Check physician status
  2. SAMHSA — Types of health care providers
  3. American Nurses Credentialing Center — Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification
  4. Medicare.gov — Mental health care (outpatient)
  5. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  6. National Institute of Mental Health — Help for mental illnesses