Mental health doctors, or psychiatrists, are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. They conduct evaluations, diagnose mental health disorders, prescribe medication, and provide psychotherapy and other forms of treatment to help their patients manage their conditions.

To become a psychiatrist in Miami, the doctor needs to earn a medical degree(Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) and they also need to complete a four year residency program in Psychiatry. They then need to pass the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) certifying examination and then they need to obtain a medical license to practice medicine in the state of Florida. Finally, they need to stay current with the latest advances in infectious disease medicine through ongoing education and research. Altogether, it takes 12 years to become a mental health doctor in Miami.

A good psychiatrist has a deep understanding of mental health conditions and is able to use their knowledge and skills to effectively diagnose and treat patients. They have strong communication and interpersonal skills that allow them to build trusting relationships with their patients, as well as the ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care.

Below you'll find doctors we consider to be the best mental health doctors in Miami.