Online Psychiatry in Florida

Comprehensive Evaluations & Medication Management

Our care goes beyond a quick prescription. We take the time to understand your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, previous treatments, and personal goals. From initial evaluations to ongoing medication management, we provide comprehensive psychiatric services tailored to your individual needs..

Personalized, Integrative Treatment

Mental health is influenced by more than brain chemistry alone. We consider the connections between mental health, physical health, hormones, nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle. Our approach combines evidence-based psychiatric treatment with a broader understanding of the factors affecting your well-being..

Accessible Care Without Compromising Quality

Whether you’re balancing a busy career, managing family responsibilities, or living in an area with limited access to psychiatric providers, virtual appointments make it easier to prioritize your mental health. Receive consistent, personalized care from a dedicated provider without the commute, while maintaining the continuity and therapeutic relationship that are essential to effective treatment..

Do you offer online psychiatry throughout Florida?

Yes! Wellness Psychiatry offers convenient virtual psychiatric care to patients throughout Florida. Brittany Palfi, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in Florida and Colorado.

What conditions can be treated through telepsychiatry?

Our virtual psychiatric services address a wide range of mental health concerns, including:

Can psychiatric medications be prescribed during virtual appointments?

Yes! Brittany Palfi, PMHNP-BC, provides psychiatric medication management through virtual appointments throughout Florida, including prescribing controlled substances when clinically appropriate and legally permitted.

This may include stimulant medications commonly used to treat ADHD, such as Adderall and Vyvanse, as well as benzodiazepines used for certain anxiety disorders.  All medication recommendations are based on a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, individual treatment needs, and ongoing monitoring. Controlled substances are prescribed only when clinically indicated and in accordance with applicable federal and Florida regulations. Our goal is to provide safe, effective, and individualized treatment while ensuring patients have access to appropriate psychiatric care.

Do you accept insurance in Florida?

Yes! Wellness Psychiatry accepts insurance for virtual psychiatric services in Florida.  We work with several major insurance providers to help make quality mental healthcare more accessible. Coverage varies by insurance plan, so we encourage you to contact our office to verify your benefits and confirm that your specific plan is accepted.  We also offer private-pay options for patients who prefer not to use insurance.

What should I expect during my first virtual psychiatry appointment?

Your first appointment is an opportunity for us to get to know you and understand your concerns.  During your comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, Brittany will review your current symptoms, psychiatric and medical history, previous treatments, medications, lifestyle factors, and personal goals.  Together, you’ll discuss a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication management, lifestyle recommendations, and collaboration with your therapist or other healthcare providers.  All you’ll need is a reliable internet connection and a private, comfortable location for your appointment.

How is a psychiatric nurse practitioner different from a psychiatrist?

Both psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) and psychiatrists are qualified healthcare professionals who specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, including prescribing psychiatric medications.  The primary difference is their educational background and training. Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs or DOs) who complete medical school and specialized residency training in psychiatry. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who complete graduate-level education and specialized clinical training in psychiatric mental healthcare.  Both provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage psychiatric medications, including controlled substances when clinically appropriate and legally permitted.

At Wellness Psychiatry, our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners provide the same core psychiatric evaluation and medication management services patients commonly seek from a psychiatrist. Our approach emphasizes personalized, collaborative care that considers the whole person, including mental health, physical health, nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle.