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Psychiatrists in Miami–Fort Lauderdale, FL

2,426 listed in Miami–Fort Lauderdale, FL · Listings last verified November 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 2426 psychiatry providers in the Miami–Fort Lauderdale area, most of them in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Hialeah. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 290 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Bernadette Ranieri, NP

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Psychiatry

Address
1806 N Flamingo Rd Ste 331, Pembroke Pines 33028
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (917) 913-3884 Directions

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Better Life Community Mental Health Inc.

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (8 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
4896 NW 7th St Unit S, Miami 33126
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (786) 534-2023 Directions

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Beverley A. Griffiths, ARNP

Therapeutic Resilience LLC

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (10 Google reviews)

Address
8910 Miramar Pkwy Suite 204, Miramar 33025
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (305) 609-6754 Website Directions

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Billy Lesperance, NP

Bedas Mental Health

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (17 Google reviews)

Address
7100 W 20th Ave, Hialeah 33016
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (954) 856-4567 Website Directions

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Blanca M. Lopez Hernandez, NP

South Florida Psychiatry

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.8 (513 Google reviews)

Address
8950 SW 74th Ct Ste 1906, Miami 33156
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (305) 842-2283 Website Directions

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In the Miami–Fort Lauderdale area

Our Miami–Fort Lauderdale listings cover the southeast tip of Florida: Miami-Dade County, Broward County and Monroe County. That runs from the Keys and Homestead north through Miami and Fort Lauderdale to Coral Springs.

Miami has the largest group of listings, but you don't have to go downtown for care. Hollywood, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Weston, Coral Gables, Aventura and Doral all have their own offices. South Miami and Miami Beach have many offices too.

You'll see Baptist Health, Jackson Memorial, Mount Sinai Medical Center and HCA Florida often. Henderson Behavioral Health and Compass Health Systems are among the mental health providers. Independent groups practice alongside them, such as Gastro Health, GastroMed and Florida Heart Rhythm Specialists.

Traffic can make a short distance feel long here, so check which office is closest before you book. Many practices have more than one location. If you live in the Keys, expect fewer local choices and ask whether follow-up visits can be done by telehealth.

Psychiatry is the largest group in our Miami–Fort Lauderdale listings. It includes private practices, Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital, Southern Winds Hospital, South Florida Psychiatry and Elevate Psychiatry, plus community providers such as Henderson Behavioral Health and Compass Health Systems. Hialeah, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale and Pembroke Pines each have sizable groups.

Nearby: West Palm Beach, FL · Fort Myers–Naples, 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