A More Thoughtful Approach to Psychiatric Care

When you know something is wrong, you deserve more than a rushed appointment and another prescription.

I was drawn to psychiatry after watching someone I loved move through a system that left little time for questions, deeper investigation, or a clear understanding of what was happening.

I believed psychiatric care could feel more personal, thorough, and collaborative.

Throughout my practice, I kept meeting patients who felt exhausted, anxious, unfocused, or unlike themselves. Many had already been told their laboratory results were “normal,” yet they still knew something was not right.

My approach looks beyond symptoms alone. When clinically appropriate, I evaluate factors such as sleep, medications, hormonal changes, nutrition, medical history, and relevant laboratory findings. This may include thyroid function, iron and ferritin, vitamin levels, metabolic health, and other factors that can affect emotional and cognitive well-being.

Medication can be an important part of treatment. When prescribed, it is selected thoughtfully, explained clearly, and monitored carefully.

Mabel C. Rodriguez, PMHNP-BC

Board-certified, bilingual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing private-pay concierge psychiatric care throughout Palm Beach County and telepsychiatry in the states where she is licensed.

Outside the office, I love girls’ trips with my sister and closest friends, sunrise beach walks with an iced coffee, and spending time with my teenage daughter.

If you have been trying to explain that something does not feel right, I am here to listen.