
Abirami Krishna, MD
Dr. Abirami Krishna is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine after completing undergraduate studies at the University of Kentucky. She completed her psychiatry residency and a community psychiatry fellowship at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville, where she was recognized with the Leon L. Hailey Jr. Leadership and Inclusive Excellence Award.
Dr. Krishna values honest communication and collaboration, working closely with patients to define goals and build effective treatment plans. She fosters a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard and empowered to actively participate in their care.
Dr. Krishna begins with a comprehensive evaluation of each patient’s history, concerns, and preferences. She uses a holistic, patient-centered approach to develop individualized, evidence-based plans, incorporating medication management and supportive therapy as appropriate to support each patient’s unique path to wellness.

Absar Tahir, MD
I am an adult psychiatrist double-boarded in psychiatry and internal medicine who specializes in evidence-based, holistic, and individualized care. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and I am also highly experienced in treating psychiatric problems in patients with medical comorbidities.
I graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where I earned both my undergraduate and medical degrees. I completed sequential residency training in internal medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, followed by psychiatry at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. I integrate my knowledge of psychiatry and internal medicine to address the complex interplay between mental and physical health, ensuring a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to diagnosis and treatment.
Throughout my career, I have helped patients from all walks of life, from diverse backgrounds, with a compassionate and empathetic treatment style. I strive to ensure my patients feel their voice is heard while working collaboratively towards achieving their treatment goals.

Agnes Tolentino, MD
I am an empathic listener and collaborative clinician, focused on treating the whole person. I emphasize the need to use healthy coping mechanisms as well as lifestyle changes to complement medication management. In keeping with this whole-person focus, the role of physical well-being is important. I have a strong background in psychotherapy as an adjunct to medication management, and extensive experience in treating PTSD, medically ill patients, elderly patients, and those with terminal illnesses.
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of practice experience. I obtained my undergraduate degree at the University of the Philippines and completed medical school at the University of the East. I finished my psychiatry residency at the Harvard South Shore program as chief resident in my final year. I spent the last 15 years treating the geriatric population and those adjusting to co-morbid medical problems.
A thorough medical history will be obtained at your initial appointment. Gathering a thorough psychiatric and medical history is paramount in a successful therapeutic relationship, and with time, a trusting therapeutic environment should be fostered.
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Ahmed Valdes, MD
I employ empathic listening, supportive psychotherapy techniques, and a comprehensive and methodological approach to my visits. Given my broad and diverse training experiences, I enjoy problem solving and working collaboratively with patients to navigate their complex issues and jointly focusing on simple solutions to work towards improving their mental health. I have experience working with adults of all ages, particularly those with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, PTSD, and more.
I am a board certified adult psychiatrist and burgeoning Geriatric Psychiatrist. After completing my undergraduate education at Florida State University, I attended medical school at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, where I graduated with a combined M.D./M.S. in Genomic Medicine. I subsequently completed psychiatry residency at Jackson Health System/University of Miami and further subspecialized with a fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry.
I have had the opportunity of working with a diverse array of patients including veterans, inmates, the severely mentally ill, geriatric, and cancer patients across three distinct hospital systems. My clinical experiences have spanned specialty inpatient psychiatry units (detox, geriatric, mood disorder), emergency psychiatry, consultation liaison psychiatry, psycho-oncology, and outpatient specialty clinics (HIV, dementia, integrative and collaborative care) via telemedicine and face to face interactions.

Albert Fernandez, MD
I am a board-certified physician who specializes in adult psychiatry, with expertise in medication management and psychotherapy. My practice emphasizes a holistic approach to treatment, and my style is empathic, insight-oriented, and flexible. I have particular interests in helping individuals struggling with depression, difficulty functioning at work or school, life transitions, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship struggles, anxiety disorders, sleep disturbances, low self-esteem, and more.
I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Princeton University with a certificate in neuroscience. I earned my M.D. from Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed my residency training in psychiatry at the Mount Sinai Morningside and West Hospitals. I have supervised junior residents and medical students, and I also worked as a staff psychiatrist at Fordham University. I published a review article on the effects of residential relocation on mental health. I am currently a Post-Doctoral Candidate in the Adult Analytic Training Program at the New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute.

Albert Luong, MD
I am a Board Certified adult psychiatrist who integrates a friendly and collaborative approach to treating psychiatric conditions. For me, building strong therapeutic relationships is key to helping patients achieve their goals. In line with holistic treatment, I utilize psychotherapy and medication management to implement a safe, empathic, and individualistic framework that allows for healing and wellness. I work primarily with patients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress management, and lack of fulfillment, among other life challenges.
I completed undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, majoring in biological sciences and graduating with the highest distinction. I received my medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed an adult psychiatry residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. As part of my training, I was the Chief Resident of the Adult Outpatient Psychiatry Department, supervising trainees and treating patients with various psychiatric illnesses.

Alejandra Cattan, MD
I believe in a biopsychosocial model to address my patients' issues. I provide supportive psychotherapy and apply psychodynamic psychotherapy skills to discover the root of their suffering, in conjunction with medication management resources. My areas of expertise include medication management, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I am a bilingual psychiatrist who delivers care in English and Spanish. I went to medical school in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and completed my psychiatry residency at Bronx Care Health System. I then completed additional training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at NY Medical College Psychoanalytic Institute. After completing residency, I worked as an attending psychiatrist in New York and later transitioned to dedicated outpatient work.

Alejandra Vivas Carbo, MD
I foster a warm, respectful, and professional space where patients feel seen and empowered. I value open communication and build collaborative relationships to align treatment with each person's values, goals, and lifestyle. My approach is integrative and flexible, grounded in evidence-based methods to support lasting, meaningful change. I begin with a thorough evaluation to understand each patient's history and goals, then create customized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication, or both. Drawing on CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy, I adapt care to meet evolving needs, aiming to relieve symptoms, foster resilience, and support long-term well-being.
I am board-certified in adult psychiatry and board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry. I completed my general psychiatry residency at Montefiore Medical Center and a child and adolescent fellowship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. I bring extensive experience from outpatient, emergency, and telepsychiatry settings, and I have advanced training in CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Fluent in English and Spanish, I am committed to culturally sensitive, individualized care.

Alexandra Dodd, MD
I foster a comfortable environment for patients at any stage of treatment. As a passionate educator, I enjoy providing psychoeducation and supportive therapy to help patients understand themselves, their relationships, and their motivations. I tailor treatment to each individual's goals, preferences, and strengths, and I use my expertise in diagnosis and pharmacology to optimize care, monitor treatment success, and maintain progress, with the ultimate goal of helping patients feel and function at their best.
I am a Board-Certified psychiatrist. I graduated from the University of Georgia Honors Program with a B.S. in Chemistry and earned my M.D. from the Medical College of Georgia. During my psychiatry residency in Greenville, SC, I served as chief resident and gained extensive experience through moonlighting. I joined the faculty of Gateway's Savannah residency program in 2021, where I served as Assistant Program Director, and I continue to teach residents and students as an Assistant Professor at Mercer University and the Medical College of Georgia. In my community psychiatry practice, I specialized in Assertive Community Treatment, worked with First Episode Psychosis programs, a forensic Diversion-Reentry clinic, telehealth, and outpatient psychiatry, particularly serving graduate students, professionals, and their families in the Savannah area.

Alexandra Hamlyn, MD
My primary focus is on medication management, though I also have experience working in four different outpatient clinics where I have gained expertise in multiple different therapy modalities. If appropriate, I will refer you for psychotherapy and collaborate with your therapist to support your care. I appreciate the importance of fostering a meaningful therapeutic relationship, and my goal is to make every patient feel welcomed in a non-judgmental treatment environment. I also take a holistic approach, as I understand that good health creates a sense of overall well-being and improved mental health. I strongly emphasize the importance of mindfulness, self-compassion, exercise, nutrition, and interpersonal relationships throughout treatment.
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist and board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. I completed my medical education at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, then completed my residency in adult psychiatry at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, and went on to complete my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at NYU Langone and Bellevue Hospital. During this time, I also taught a course titled Love Actually at NYU School of Arts and Science. During training, I gained extensive clinical experience in psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings, allowing me the opportunity to treat patients of all ages and backgrounds in numerous busy hospitals in New York City.

Alexandra Held, MD
My clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, and OCD. I am passionate about incorporating psychotherapeutic tools into my practice, including supportive psychotherapy. I take a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental approach to care, and my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where patients feel heard and empowered to take an active role in their treatment, using a combination of supportive psychotherapy and medication management.
I am a general psychiatrist who holds a bachelor's degree in psychology. I completed my psychiatry training at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
During the first few sessions, I will take time to get to know the patient, their history, current concerns, and what they hope to achieve through treatment. Together, we will develop a comprehensive plan that may include psychiatric medications and supportive therapy. Follow-up visits are typically focused on checking in, adjusting treatments if necessary, and continuing to build on progress.

Alicia Garcete Guaps, MD
Dr. Alicia Garcete is a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist in practice for over 12 years. Her practice focuses on medication management, recognizing family involvement is extremely important and is an integral part of treatment. Dr Garcete has treated a wide variety of patients. Her primary focus is treating depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, PTSD and OCD. Additionally, she can provide supportive therapy and elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy but on occasions more therapy support may be needed, and the recommendation to bring a psychotherapist on the care team may occur to provide an optimal outcome. Dr. Garcete is bilingual and provides care in both Spanish and English.
Prior to Talkiatry, Dr Garcete treated children, adolescents, and adults was at the intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization levels of care with focus on behavioral approaches in the Depression recovery and Anxiety/OCD programs.
Dr. Garcete earned her Medical Degree from the Universidad Nacional de Asuncion, Facultad de Ciencias Medicas in Paraguay. She completed her general psychiatrist residency at Maimonides Medical Center in New York. She was also a Fellow in Psychoanalysis at the Psychoanalytic Institute, Affiliate to New York University School of Medicine, and completed her child and adolescent psychiatrist fellowship at Elmhurst Hospital Center, affiliate to Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Garcete also held a clinical assistant professor appointment from the department of psychiatry at SUNY Downstate Medical Center.
Talkiatry connects you with a psychiatrist in Miami through video visits, so you can start care from anywhere in the Miami area. Our psychiatrists are licensed in Florida and see Florida residents online, with no commute and no local waitlist. Because care is virtual, you are not limited to the psychiatrists who happen to have an office nearby.
Online psychiatry for Miami residents
Here is how it works if you live in Miami. You answer a few questions online, then get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in Florida. Visits happen by video from home. Your first visit is 60 minutes, and follow-ups are usually around 30 minutes. There is no office to travel to, so "near me" really means "from anywhere in Miami."
A psychiatrist must be licensed in the state where you are located during the visit. That is why these pages are organized by state and city.
What a psychiatrist can help with
Talkiatry psychiatrists licensed in Florida treat a range of conditions by video, including:
Psychiatrists are medical doctors. They can diagnose, prescribe, and manage medication. Therapy is available too, and your psychiatrist can help you decide what fits your needs.
Does insurance cover a psychiatrist in Miami?
If you are looking for a psychiatrist in Miami that takes insurance, Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers. Your coverage is checked during the free assessment. Costs vary by plan, so contact your insurance company to confirm any co-pay or deductible.
Mental health care in Miami
Access to psychiatry is limited across Florida. The state has 239 federally designated mental health professional shortage areas. Only about 24.9% of the state's need for mental health practitioners is met, and an estimated 545 more psychiatrists would be needed to remove those shortage designations, according to KFF. Online care with a Florida-licensed psychiatrist helps close that gap.
Psychiatry across Florida
For the full list of psychiatrists licensed statewide, visit our Florida psychiatrist page. You can also see care options in Orlando and Tampa.
Start with a free assessment
Take the free online assessment, get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in Florida, and schedule a video visit, often within days. Take our free online assessment.
This page is for general information and is not medical advice. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988, or call 911.
How much does a psychiatrist cost in Florida?

Costs depend on your insurance plan, so there is not one set price. Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and your coverage is checked during the free assessment. Contact your insurance company for a detailed estimate of any co-pay or deductible.
Can I just go straight to a psychiatrist?

In most cases, yes. You can start directly by taking the online assessment, with no referral needed to begin. Some insurance plans may still ask for a referral, so check with your insurer.
What is the three month rule in mental health?

There is no single official "three-month rule" in mental health care. People sometimes use the phrase for how long it can take to notice change or for a plan to review progress. Your psychiatrist sets a timeline based on your needs.
Do you need a referral to see a psychiatrist in Florida?

Usually not to begin. You can start the Talkiatry assessment on your own, without a referral. Some Florida insurance plans may still require one, so check with your insurer to be sure.
Can I get a prescription from an online psychiatrist in Miami?

If medication is part of your treatment plan, your Talkiatry psychiatrist can prescribe it. Medication is prescribed when clinically appropriate and legally permissible; a prescription is never guaranteed, and some medications may not be available for online prescribing. Your psychiatrist will discuss options.