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About Us

With an expert team of psychiatrists, Orlando Psychiatric Associates has earned a reputation for providing their patients with compassionate and holistic care for a wide range of psychiatric challenges. At their five convenient locations in Lake Mary, Kissimmee, Ocoee, Lakeland, and Orlando, Florida, getting the help you need has never been easier.

At Orlando Psychiatric Associates, each provider brings their unique skills and approach to patients, ensuring that every person receives the care that is right for them. The team specializes in a range of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as numerous treatments, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation, medication management, and medical marijuana.

The doctors at Orlando Psychiatric Associates see patients from age 3 years and up. The friendly staff and providers at each location offer a caring, individualized approach tailored to each patient to ensure that every person receives the full support they need.

To learn how you can get the psychiatric care that you deserve, call the closest office today or use the online booking feature to schedule your first appointment with the team at Orlando Psychiatric Associates.

Our Mission

Uncompromised Caring. We believe that comprehensive care is most effective when it is partnered with uncompromised caring. Our staff and providers truly care about helping our patients achieve success and happiness. We ensure that each patient is received in a professional, supportive and comfortable environment.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations

To diagnose conditions such as:

- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Anxiety Disorders
- Attention Deficit Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Complex Physical / Psychosomatic conditions
- Depression
- Addiction/ Substance Use Disorders

- Eating Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic Disorder
- Schizophrenia/ Schizoaffective/ Schizophreniform
- Personality Disorders
- PTSD
- TBI/ Head Injury with secondary behavioral disturbances

Telemedicine

We are proud to offer video conferencing counseling services for care from the comfort of your home. Our telemedicine services are available only for pre approved insurance plans. Please call our office to learn more.

Counseling

We offer counseling services for

- cognitive behavioral therapy
- psychotherapy
- talk therapy
- anger management

- couples & marriage counseling
- parenting classes
- EMDR therapy
- in home therapy services

 
 
 

Neurostar TMS

With our passion for patient wellness and vast experience in TMS, OPA is a Leading Center of Excellence in the treatment of major depression utilizing this revolutionary new technology.

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Insurance

Here at Orlando Psychiatric Associates we are happy to accept most insurance plans. If you do not see your insurance listed here, please see our comprehensive list under the Patients tab above. If you have any questions, please call our office.

AARP
Advent Health Plans
Aetna
Aetna Coventry
All Savers Alternate Funding
All Savers®
Allegiance
AllWell
Ambetter
Amerigroup
AvMed
Bankers Life and Casualty Company
BCBS
BCBS - (Blue PPO, AZ PPO, FEP Blue Focus, Federal Standard Option, Federal Basic Option, BCBS Illinois PPO
Beacon Health
Beacon Health Options

Providers

 

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Bhaskar N. Raju, MD

Child Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist

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Ana Rodriguez, MD

and Forensic Psychiatrist

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Miladys N. Rivera, PHD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Charmaine Byrd, PMHNP-BC, DNP, MSN-ED, BSN, ASN

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Viji Kumaraguru, PMHNP-BC

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Idianise J. VildorPMHNP-BC

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Jencymol Mathew PMHNP-BC, MSN-Ed

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Rebekah Irmler, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN

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Lymarie Vilella, APRN, FNP-C

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Krisnamor Torres,APRN

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Lisa Shallenberger, MMS, PA-C, CAQ-PSYCH

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Christopher Patenaude PA-C

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Therapists

 

The Therapy Program of Orlando Psychiatric Associates includes a dynamic team of Registered Interns and Master’s Level Practitioners who provide psychotherapy services under the supervision of Katie Cutchin, LCSW.

 

Katie

Katie Cutchin, LCSW

Director of Therapy Services

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Jasodra

Jasodra Suba, Ed.D., LMHC

Therapists

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Silvana Huayamares, MS

Masters Level Practitioner

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Claribel Diaz, MS

Masters Level Practitioner

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Kathy Virella, RMHCI

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

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Ida Rivera, MS

Masters Level Practitioner

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Miriam

Miriam Ormsby, RCSWI

Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern

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Fauzia

Fauzia Adeyemo, RMHCI

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

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Tabitha

Tabitha Drake, MS

Masters Level Practitioner

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Gustavo

Gustavo Jofre

Neurostar TMS Specialist

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Administrative Team

 
 

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Bhaskar N. Raju, MD

CEO, and Medical Director

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Jasmine

Jasmine Mehta

Director of Operations

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Katie

Katie Cutchin, LCSW

Director of Therapy Services

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Silvana

Silvana Huayamares, MS

Quality Control & HR Manager

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Yasmine

Yasmine Habibi

Director of Business Development 

Gustavo

Gustavo Jofre

Office Manager (Ocoee)

Amy

Amy Rivers

Office Manager (Lake Mary)

Maria

Maria Barreto

Office Manager (Kissimmee)

Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer the following services:

We do not offer court appearances, nor represent patients in courts or make any recommendations for legal purposes.

We do not provide disability evaluations, forensic evaluations, custody issue assistance, or pain medication.

We do not provide services for paperwork upon the first visit.

Testimonials

Words from our patients

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    "Everyone I have come in contact with where very nice and professional. No complaints. And I never had to wait long to see someone."

    Niki
  • Google

    "Upon making the appointment with Orlando Psychiatric Associates I was very impressed. Definitely check out this group. They are the best I have ever been to!"

    Matthew G.
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    "The front desk is efficient, helpful and make it a positive environment. I would definitely suggest this office if you were in need of a Psychiatrist."

    Amber Z.
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