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Crystal Adkins, MSN, APRN, APN-C, PMHNP-BC, is a compassionate dual-certified adult nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering dedicated care to patients at Brighter Life Psychiatry, located in Coral Springs, Florida.

Experiencing profound personal adversity at age 29, Crystal confronted immense challenges following her husband's death. Wrestling with the weight of widowhood while expecting a child, she navigated through the darkness with the aid of grief therapy and antidepressants. This transformative journey inspired her to transition into psychiatry professionally, driven by a genuine desire to guide others on their paths toward healing and renewal amidst grief and loss.

With a rich nursing tenure spanning over 18 years, Crystal has honed her expertise across various specialties, including psychiatry, addiction medicine, medical-surgical nursing, and oncology. She commenced her academic journey by obtaining an Associate of Science in Nursing from Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida, in 2003, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida in Tampa in 2006. In 2009, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. 

Crystal's professional growth has been nurtured through collaborations with eminent psychiatrists and addictionologists in South Florida, fostering a robust foundation in evidence-based practices. Under the mentorship and clinical supervision of esteemed professionals, she remains committed to delivering cutting-edge care to her patients. 

Beyond her clinical endeavors, Crystal enjoys spending time with her expansive blended family. An avid lover of the ocean, she finds respite in its embrace, drawn to the serenity of its shores. Additionally, her affection for turtles is evident in her enduring companionship with Eurtle, a Florida box turtle she has lovingly cared for over the past 32 years.

To request an appointment with Crystal, call the office or reach out online.

As a physician, I believe in honesty with my patients, so that they can make an informed decision. This is achieved by educating patients on Depression, and the risks, benefits and alternatives of treatment. I want my patients to feel empowered, because their symptoms leave them feeling powerless. One of my most important roles as a psychiatrist is to instill hope for my patients. Depression is treatable, and with TMS therapy, we have even more options for patients who have struggled. My job is to return patients back to functioning. This is how I would want to be treated, with honesty, dignity and compassion. I specialize in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy for the treatment of various psychiatric disorders. TMS is FDA-approved for Depression and is a non-invasive, non-medication alternative to traditional treatments. SuccessTMS helps patients achieve remission from depression and return back to their best lives.

Dr. Andrew Rucker: Your Partner in Mental Health Care

Dr. Andrew Rucker has been committed to providing exceptional psychiatric care since 2017. With a focus on children, adolescents, and young adults, he understands the unique mental health challenges faced by these age groups and is dedicated to offering compassionate, personalized treatment. His goal is to help patients achieve better mental health in a supportive and comfortable setting.

Dr. Rucker’s medical journey began at Lincoln Memorial University, where he earned his degree in medicine. He went on to complete his Psychiatry residency at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and further specialized in treating younger patients through a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Florida – jacksonville. His education and experience give him the expertise to treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders with a thoughtful and evidence-based approach.

What patients appreciate most about Dr. Rucker is his commitment to creating a warm and welcoming environment. He believes that mental health care should be as comfortable as possible, and he works hard to build trusting relationships with his patients, ensuring that they feel understood and supported at every step of their treatment.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Rucker enjoys staying active through baseball, basketball, and working out—values that reflect his belief in the importance of both mental and physical health. His well-rounded approach to life helps him connect with his patients on a personal level, building rapport and trust.

If you or your loved one are in need of compassionate psychiatric care, Dr. Andrew Rucker is here to help. His dedication to understanding his patients’ needs and providing high-quality care makes him a trusted partner on the journey toward better mental health.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) that treats clients across the lifespan. I have extensive experience treating patients with a variety of behavioral, emotional, and mental health disorders which include Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Psychotic Disorders, and Cognitive Disorders. In addition to medication management, I incorporate an innovative approach of treatment that focuses on treating the “Mind, Body and Spirit,” to meet my client's mental, physical, and spiritual needs. I educate my clients on making lifestyle changes to improve self-care and promote wellness. I earned my master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Chamberlain University and later went on to earn a Post Master’s Degree as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Maryville University. The advantage of being dually certified gives me the advantage of treating patient's psychiatric and medical needs.

Dr. Pawar is double board certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology with an interest in hyperacute management of stroke and establishing systems of care. He received his medical degree at B.J. Medical College in India before going on to Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio to complete an Internal Medicine residency followed by neurology residencies at Loyola Medical Center in Chicago and the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Following completion of his residencies, Dr. Pawar completed Fellowships in Vascular Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania, Endovascular Neurosurgery and Interventional Radiology at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania, and Advanced Vascular Neurology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is coming to us from Duke University Medical Center where he served as Stroke Medical Director. He is widely published. He has varied interests and has participated in multiple clinical trials.

Menachem Nagar, MD, is a neurologist with specialized training in vascular neurology. He works closely with patients at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida.  Dr. Nagar is fluent in English, Yiddish and Arabic.

Dr. Nagar completed medical school at the Technion Faculty of Medicine in Israel and his neurology training – including residency and fellowship in vascular neurology – at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Dr. Nagar is skilled in diagnosing and treating diverse acute and chronic neurological conditions. He also has strong skills in interpersonal communication, teamwork, and patient care. 

His interests in neurology are broad-ranging, including stroke, acute care, hospital-based neurology, neuro-immunology, and epilepsy. Dr. Nagar is trained in multiple neuro-diagnostic modalities, including neurovascular ultrasound. 

Overall, Dr. Nagar's approach to medicine welcomes all patients, even those with the most challenging neurological disorders. 

Dr. Nagar currently accepts new and existing patients and looks forward to partnering with those in his care.

Ivan Mikolaenko, MD, is a neurologist who completed medical school in Ukraine. He was a post-doctoral Fellow in Neurology at John’s Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. He finished his neurology residency at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. Following that, he completed a Neuro Critical Care Fellowship, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia.

Dr. Mikolaenko is well versed in EMG NCS as well as reading EEG’s. He’s an experienced and diligent physician who’s proficient in many neurological disorders.

He has practiced for many years in New York and looks forward to serving the South Florida community.

Dr. Sandeep Mendiratta completed a combined BS/MD accelerated program at Northeast Ohio Medical University. From there, he went on to be trained at the University of Florida and subsequently became a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Mendiratta has significant clinical inpatient and office experience with adults, adolescent and children across different disciplines of psychiatry, neuropsychiatry and addiction medicine. He is also ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) certified and Suboxone certified for opiate addiction. Dr. Mendiratta serves as a clinical investigator at Research Centers of America having contributed clinical research in over 25 clinical trials. Dr. Mendiratta was previously a clinical assistant professor on the faculty of The University of Miami/Jackson School of Medicine and the Florida International University/Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine.

Mabel Rodriguez is a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with expertise with diverse populations affected by PTSD, trauma, Depression, OCD, Anxiety and Substance Use Disorders. With over 7 years of experience in the field, Mabel has dedicated her career to providing comprehensive mental health care and support to those in need. Mabel holds advanced degrees in nursing and psychiatry, ensuring her ability to provide holistic and comprehensive care to her patients. Committed to improving the lives of her patients, Mabel advocates for mental health awareness and strives to reduce the stigma surrounding psychiatric disorders. She has a proven track record of success in helping individuals overcome the challenges of complex mental health disorders and is a trusted and respected practitioner in the field. Mabel's dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of her patients make her a valuable asset to the My Psychiatrist team.

Dr. Ventre completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Science from the University of Puerto Rico and continued his medical studies at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Caguas, Puerto Rico. He earned his medical degree from the Universidad Iberoamericana, Santo Domingo and completed residencies at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Cabrini Medical Center for Internal Medicine and Psychiatry and completed his Psychiatry Residency at the University of Florida Psychiatry Program.

Born and raised in Moca, Puerto Rico, Dr. Cordero attended college at The University of Puerto Rico, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology and Science. He continued his medical studies at Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamon, Puerto Rico where he received a Doctorate in Medicine. Dr. Cordero participated in research studies at Rutgers University in New Jersey and at Columbia University’s New York State Psychiatric Institute. He completed his Residency in Psychiatry at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital and is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Cordero- Torres has significant acute inpatient and office experience – specializing in treating adults with co-occurring disorders, and addiction medicine. He is Suboxone certified for opiate addiction and is passionate about helping patients live their life to the fullest.

A highly motivated, flexible, and patient-focused autonomous practice board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Foreign Medical Graduate with proven expertise in child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychiatric care, substance abuse and dependence, forensic patients, and other specialty groups within the community. She has a background in primary, acute, long-term inpatient, and outpatient psychiatric care. Alfonso is also a bilingual service-oriented healthcare provider with many years of experience dedicated to providing compassionate and competent psychiatric services. Alfonso aims to help individuals and families with various psychiatric disorders and mental health needs to recover and reach their emotional well-being and improve the quality of their lives.

Antoine L. Bernard is a triple-board certified psychiatrist (FAAP, MD) with four decades of experience nationally and internationally.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides culturally-sensitive and evidence-based holistic care.

Dane Santoro, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant who specializes in psychiatry at the offices of Mark DeLuca, MD. Dane works with adolescent and adult patients in Royal Palm Beach and Juno Beach, Florida. 

Patient satisfaction is one of the most important aspects of Dane’s approach to care. Every medication, therapy session, and conversation centers on improving your well-being and quality of life. 

Dane became a medical practitioner because he is passionate about helping others thrive. It is incredibly rewarding when patients are able to overcome their challenges, heal, and find the tools they need to manage situations effectively. 

He completed his bachelor’s degree in psychiatry at Florida Atlantic University in 2011 before pursuing his master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Keiser University. However, Dane has worked in the medical field since 2004, and has gained a wealth of knowledge in many different specialties. 

At the offices of Mark DeLuca, MD, Dane offers compassionate psychiatric care for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, as well as substance abuse. 

Treatment for psychiatric disorders is highly customizable to your needs. Dane develops treatment plans that take into account your goals, individual stressors, social pressures, past experiences, specific concerns, and overall health. He is truly dedicated to your mental wellness, offering after hours care whenever the need for mental health support may arise.

The offices are located in Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach and Juno Beach, Florida.

Psychiatrist Mark DeLuca, MD, offers superior mental health services for men, women, and children ages 12 and older in a welcoming, comfortable environment.

Dr. DeLuca takes his time and provides an individualized treatment approach that combines medication, insight oriented therapy and of course behavioral modification to help patients identify the core issues that are contributing to their conditions and provide a premium service for busy adults and children who are looking to maximize results with trusted physicians.

There are three state-of-the-art offices that have a private living-room like atmosphere where you can feel comfortable and supported. This is not a revolving-door clinic, the waiting room is small and patients are seen on time, there are no overbooking or long waiting times. Dr. De Luca likes to try and build a good rapport and get to know each of his patients.  Initial appointments typically last about one and a half hours, and follow-up appointments are no less than thirty minutes.

Dr. DeLuca is a forensic trained psychiatrist in addition to a general psychiatrist. This has provided him specialized training in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions and offers a wide array of premium mental health services, including psychopharmacology, psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, second opinions, medication management, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), genetics medicine, and more. Dr. De Luca is an expert in treating substance abuse issues with tailored out-patients settings. He has a significant success rate at maintaining sobriety through this treatment approach.

For emergencies with established patients, Dr. De Luca is available seven days a week, and after hours calls are transferred to his cell phones. Emergency appointments can be arranged within 24 hours, prescriptions are called in promptly and the office is accustomed to caring for patients who require a greater level of care.

Dr. DeLuca commits himself to helping patients regain stability, independence and peace in their lives, regardless of the mental health challenges they face. He welcomes all patients to his practice and looks forward to helping with their mental health care needs.

After the Consents For Treatment are completed we can schedule you for an appointment time and at the desired location of your convenience. He offers flexible scheduling options, including video appointments.