At Elevate Psychiatry, our dedicated team of mental health professionals is committed to uplifting and transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care.
Meet the passionate people behind our mission, each bringing their unique expertise and empathy to support your journey toward mental wellness.
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Angelique Anselme was born and raised in South Florida and has over six years of healthcare experience in many different facets.
She is an alumna of both Florida International University and Nova Southeastern University, where she completed her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling.
As a mental health counselor, Angelique’s therapeutic orientation lies within the humanistic branch of counseling, and she most comfortably identifies as an existential therapist.
Her areas of strength when working with clients include issues of self-esteem, mindfulness techniques, grief/loss, relationship issues, life transitions/adjustments, establishing life purpose, managing stress, as well as anxiety and depressive disorders.
The current patient population she works with is adults, but she is open to all clients needing assistance.
She enjoys traveling, reading, volunteering for her national sorority, and spending quality time with friends and family.
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Dr. Padam Bhatia is a board-certified psychiatrist and the Chief Executive Officer of Elevate Psychiatry. He specializes in treating patients with a combination of traditional medicine and alternative evidence-based therapies.
He also specializes in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), psychedelic medicine, and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Dr. Bhatia is a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA).
He received his medical doctorate from the Sidney Kimmel Medical College. He received his training from the Zucker Hillside Hospital in New York, one of the most prestigious research psychiatric institutions in the nation.
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Fiorella Castillo is a bilingual (English/ Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She received her Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Florida International University and Master’s degree in mental health counseling from Nova Southeastern University.
Fiorella has over twelve years of experience working in multiple settings, including hospitals, psychosocial rehabilitation centers, and assisted living facilities.
She has worked with diverse people of different ethnic backgrounds, religious affiliations, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds and is passionate about working with older adults.
Her clinical expertise includes anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, and grief. Fiorella has training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and reminiscence therapy.
She utilizes an integrative approach to assist clients in reaching their personal goals. She is empathetic, open-minded, versatile, direct, easy to talk to, and genuine.
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Sused Hidalgo is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She obtained a master's degree in advanced family practice from Miami Regional University and a post-graduate psychiatric mental health certification from Regis College in Weston, Massachusetts.
Her effective communication skills allow her to explain treatment plans and medications clearly. Additionally, she possesses empathy and compassion, allowing her to understand and respond to the emotional needs of her patients.
Her care and understanding have established a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. Ultimately, this enables a mutual approach to mental health care.
She has been part of Elevate Psychiatry since October 2022. She hopes to continue providing the best possible care, such as psychotherapy and medication management. In addition, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
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Deborah Ibarra is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She obtained a master’s degree in advanced family practice from South University and a post-graduate psychiatric mental health certification from Maryville University.
Before joining Elevate Psychiatry, Deborah dedicated many years to providing a wide range of family-focused healthcare services. She served as a professional clinical instructor, demonstrating and teaching patient care in a hospital setting and skill lab.
Deborah’s great passion is bringing hope to those suffering from mental illness by developing a comprehensive treatment plan with empathy and respect.
Outside the practice, Deborah loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, and considers herself a lover of animals.
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Ana Mejia advocates providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental healthcare. She is an accessible and open professional with strong clinical skills who quickly builds rapport with patients and their families.
Ana Mejia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who graduated from the University of Miami in 2022. Before that, she graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2014 with a bachelor of science in nursing and a minor in health sciences.
During the pandemic, she was part of several front-line teams in diverse clinics and hospitals. Later, she got her master's degree in adult gerontology primary care at the University of Miami before engaging in her academic preparation for the mental health field.
She is experienced, knowledgeable, judicious, and bilingual (English and Spanish), as well as a multifaceted educator, mental health advocate, and therapist who is fully committed to serving her patients to achieve the best possible outcome.
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Amalia Nieto is a mental health counselor who graduated from Nova Southeastern University with her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Amalia has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem, and addiction.
Amalia utilizes cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT), a psycho-social intervention that aims to reduce symptoms of various mental health conditions. These focus on how thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes affect your feelings and actions.
Amalia also utilizes solution-focused brief therapy, which is a goal-directed collaborative approach to psychotherapeutic change.
Amalia enjoys spending most of her time with her dog and fiancé. She enjoys traveling, sightseeing, and trying new foods. Amalia is an avid Netflix/Hulu watcher but also enjoys curling up with a good book every now and then.
She has over 30 house plants, a newly found hobby that started during the pandemic but is surely here to stay.
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Dr. Laura Ortega, Ph.D., LMFT, brings fourteen years of mental health experience to Elevate Psychiatry.
She is a graduate of Barry University with a specialized dual degree in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy.
She is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Ortega has been able to work with many diverse ages and populations.
Dr. Ortega enjoys working with different individuals to assist them in seeing a different viewpoint or way to address their concerns and issues. She believes that everyone may need someone to see their situation from a different perspective and guide them through their current path.
Dr. Ortega specializes in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQI, PTSD, and infertility issues and concerns. Her theories and techniques include Gottman Principles, solution-focused therapy, and narrative therapy.
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Dr. Perez is a double board-certified psychiatrist and a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association with extensive training at one of the world's leading institutions.
As the Chief Medical Officer of Elevate Psychiatry, Dr. Kenny Perez has played a pivotal role in transforming the organization into a successful and comprehensive behavioral health practice. Under his leadership, the practice has significantly developed its Psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, and Spravato pipelines, ensuring that patients receive cutting-edge and effective treatments. Dr. Perez is constantly spearheading efforts to expand the service lines of Elevate psychiatry and is overseeing the opening of new locations to broaden the practice's reach and impact in the community. Through these initiatives, he has helped position Elevate Psychiatry as a leader in behavioral health care.
While at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Perez trained under world-renowned experts in psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), addictions, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. He held leadership positions both at the University and in regional academic organizations, all while maintaining a balance of professional, empathetic care. Dr. Perez further specialized in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami and has remained as Voluntary Faculty at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine since completing his fellowship, where he is responsible for training the next generation of psychiatrists.
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Dolores Rexach is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She obtained a master's in advanced family practice from Barry University and a post-graduate psychiatric mental health certification from the University of Miami.
Dolores is an American Psychiatric Nurses Association suicide prevention provider, and a member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
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Margaret Reyes is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who is wholeheartedly striving to serve the diverse community of South Florida.
She currently holds a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialty in psychiatric mental health nursing.
She is on track to complete her Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing by the end of 2023.
Margaret has advanced practice nursing experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental healthcare settings.
She cares for people with a wide variety of mental health disorders, such as:
She also has acute care nursing experience in areas such as oncology, medical-surgical, telemetry/cardiac step-down, intensive care, and nursing research.
Margaret strives to provide a warm, patient-centered, integrative, and collaborative approach to care, respecting the interconnection and balance of mind, body, and spirit. Margaret currently provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive therapy.
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Ayme Rodriguez, PMHNP-BC, is originally from Cienfuegos, Cuba, and became board-certified in psychiatry after completing her master’s degree in nursing.
She is licensed by the state of Florida to diagnose mental illness, prescribe psychiatric medication, and provide psychotherapy.
Ayme is fascinated by the brain, the psyche, and the power of human healing despite all the adversities patients may face.
She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to the community. Ayme possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by her natural ability to build rapport with patients and families.
Ayme enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and reading books.
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Jessica Van Schaick, a native of South Florida, was born and raised in the vibrant community of West Kendall, Miami.
She completed her medical training at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine, Physician Associate (PA) Studies.
During this time, she wrote her graduate paper on using Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in treating PTSD.
Jessica is deeply passionate about mental health advocacy and is dedicated to empowering her patients. Creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for healing and growth is at the heart of her approach to mental healthcare.
Her role at Elevate is diagnosing and treating various psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma. She also prescribes and monitors medication regimens when needed.
Jessica's style of practice is centered around individualized and holistic care. She strongly believes in addressing not just the symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to mental health challenges.
She advocates for the integration of various forms of therapy, such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR, and the use of natural supplements, lifestyle adjustments, mindfulness meditations, and wellness practices to support and enhance treatment plans.
Jessica listens to concerns through open and honest dialogue and collaborative work with patients to empower them to take an active role in their own mental health journey.
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Ryan Walker is a board-certified physician assistant (PA-C) with a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in psychiatry.
He received his master of science in physician assistant studies from Westfield State University located in Westfield, Massachusetts.
His clinical physician assistant training included rotations in psychiatry, addiction medicine, emergency medicine, wilderness medicine, and surgery.
Ryan believes in taking a patient-centered approach to care and decision-making.
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Daniel Abes is an experienced Master's-level social worker specializing in individual psychotherapy with adults experiencing trauma-related disorders, anxiety, and depression.
His philosophy is to help clients develop a more hopeful outlook and cultivate mindfulness practices in their everyday lives.
As a therapist, his goal is to assist you in living a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
He has specialized training in motivational interviewing, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral Therapy, and rational emotive Behavioral therapy.
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Jamie Williams is a graduate of Capella University with a master’s degree in counseling psychology and a bachelor of science in psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
She has been working in the mental health field for over ten years, and she has experience in numerous mental health focuses. This includes, but is not limited to, outpatient services (individual, group, and family therapy), inpatient services (acute and residential), in-school therapy, and aftercare/after-school programs.
She uses techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral modifications, patient-centered approaches, grounding techniques, techniques aimed at anxiety and depression, focusing techniques for ADHD, and trauma-informed therapy.
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Carla Garcia has worked in mental health care for almost two years. She has a background in nursing practice and has worked with adults and geriatric patients across multiple settings, including adult outpatient services and long-term care services.
Her main role is to provide diagnostic assessment and medication management to patients who suffer from chronic mental health conditions. She also provides brief psychotherapy since treatment effectiveness improves with both the use of psychotropics and therapy. She is fluent in Spanish and English.
She attended Florida International University and earned a Master of Science in Nursing. She is currently doing her Doctorate Degree in Nursing at the same institution.
Her theoretical knowledge combined with her training and exposure to the care of mentally ill patients, have given her the tools to provide patient-centered, empathic, quality care. She utilizes a holistic approach to care, considering that patients have different cultural backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, ages, and other characteristics that make every person unique.
She resides in Hialeah Gardens, Florida with her husband and two beautiful children, as well as her cute dog Lola Garcia. When she is not helping patients deal with her mental health issues, she is most likely making her favorite Peruvian dish.
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Lucnise (Lulu) is a Florida native who has over 10 years of experience in the healthcare field which has given her experience in numerous areas, including outpatient services, residential treatment, and telehealth services. She is a Graduate of Nova Southeastern University with a master's degree in mental health counseling and a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Florida International University.
Lulu is passionate about helping people from all walks of life become the best version of themselves. As an empathetic supporter of personal advancement, she firmly believes that every individual possesses the potential to grow beyond their accrued limitations and conditioning. Throughout her career, she has worked with a variety of people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious affiliations, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Dialectical behavior therapy emphasizes balancing acceptance and changing self-validation and acceptance to help patients manage their unstable emotions and relationships. Humanistic therapy leans towards an emphasis on self-actualization and the freedom to grow. Utilizing both these approaches, Lulu aims to create a supportive environment that allows for the exploration of a person’s individual feelings, thoughts, and behavior with a focus on their present and future circumstances.
At Elevate Psychiatry, our dedicated team of mental health experts is committed to providing exceptional care and assisting you on your journey towards improved mental health and wellness.
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