Compassionate Psychiatric Care for Adults, Older Adults, and Long-Term Care Communities
Now accepting appointments in Florida and Georgia. Medicare accepted in Florida. Additional insurance credentialing is in progress. Contact us to verify coverage and payment options.
Serving Florida and Georgia via telepsychiatry.
Our Services
Geriatric Psychiatry & Long-Term Care Expertise
Older adults face unique mental health challenges that require specialized care. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, dementia-related behavioral support, and psychotropic medication review for residents of skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care communities.Led by a Board-Certified Psychiatric  Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 35 years of nursing experience and 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, Gentle Transitions Psychiatry combines clinical expertise with a deep understanding of long-term care.
Long-Term Care & Facility Partnerships
We partner with assisted living communities, memory care programs, and skilled nursing facilities to provide comprehensive psychiatric services for residents and their caregivers.
Our services include:
- Psychiatric EvaluationsMedication ManagementDementia-Related Behavioral SupportPsychotropic Medication OptimizationCaregiver and Staff CollaborationBehavioral Health ConsultationTelepsychiatry Services
With extensive long-term care leadership experience, we understand the clinical, operational, and regulatory challenges facilities face and work collaboratively to support resident well-being and quality outcomes.
Expert Geriatric Psychiatry Care for Florida and Georgia
Gentle Transitions Psychiatry provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for older adults throughout Florida and Georgia via telepsychiatry. Led by a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 35 years of nursing experience, 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, and extensive long-term care expertise, we understand the unique mental health needs of aging adults.
We specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, dementia-related behavioral concerns, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis, and psychotropic medication optimization for older adults living independently, with family caregivers, or in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, a loved one, or residents in your care, our goal is to provide accessible, compassionate psychiatric services that improve emotional well-being, promote stability, and enhance quality of life.
Board-Certified PMHNP • Medicare Approved Provider • 35 Years Nursing Experience • 25 Years Healthcare Leadership • Former Director of Nursing
Common Questions
What is telepsychiatry?
Telepsychiatry is a secure, virtual method of psychiatric care that allows patients to receive professional evaluations and therapy from the comfort of their homes, eliminating the need for travel.
How do I get started?
To begin, simply contact us to request an appointment. We will guide you through the necessary steps to ensure a seamless transition into our telepsychiatry service.
Who can benefit from this?
Yes. Gentle Transitions Psychiatry currently serves patients in Florida and Georgia through secure telepsychiatry services. Insurance participation varies by state and plan. Contact us to verify eligibility and scheduling availability.
Is telepsychiatry safe?
Yes, we utilize HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video platforms to ensure that all your confidential health information remains protected and secure at all times.
How long does an evaluation take?
A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation typically takes between 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the complexity of your specific clinical needs and history.
Do you accept Medicare and insurance?
Yes. Gentle Transitions Psychiatry is a Medicare-approved provider and is actively expanding participation with additional insurance plans. Coverage varies by plan, network status, and state. Private-pay services are also available. Contact us prior to scheduling so we can help verify your benefits and discuss available payment options.
How do facility partnerships work?
Gentle Transitions Psychiatry partners with assisted living communities, memory care programs, and skilled nursing facilities to provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, dementia-related behavioral support, and psychotropic medication optimization. Services are delivered through secure telepsychiatry and coordinated with facility staff, caregivers, residents, and families to support continuity of care, behavioral health needs, and quality outcomes. Facilities interested in partnering with us may contact us directly to discuss their specific needs and service options.