Compassionate Care
for Your Mental
Wellness
Fort Myers' trusted telehealth psychiatry practice — a safe, judgment-free space where healing begins. We offer personalized psychiatric care rooted in empathy, science, and genuine human connection, all from the comfort of your home.
Serving Fort Myers & all of Florida via secure telehealth
A Safe Space for
Healing and Growth
Welcome to Heart to Heart Psychiatry — a private practice built on the belief that every person deserves compassionate, individualized mental health care. We understand that reaching out for help takes courage, and we honor that step with the utmost respect and care.
Our approach blends evidence-based psychiatric medicine with genuine human connection. We take the time to truly listen, understand your unique story, and collaborate with you on a treatment plan that fits your life — not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking clarity and balance, we are here to walk alongside you on your journey toward wellness.
"Healing is not linear, but with the right support, every step forward matters."
Maria Malpica, PMHNP-BC
Owner & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Beyond the credentials, I'm also a mom and a human being who faces the same challenges as everyone else. I know what it feels like to struggle — and that's exactly why I show up for my patients the way I do.
Comprehensive Mental
Health Support
Every telehealth service we offer is designed with your whole well-being in mind — available to Fort Myers residents and patients across Florida, from the comfort of home.
Medication Management
Careful, thoughtful psychiatric medication evaluation and ongoing management — delivered via telehealth from the comfort of your home. Fort Myers patients and those across Florida can access expert psychiatric care without the commute.
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based talk therapy tailored to your unique story, conducted through secure telehealth sessions. Using CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care, we help Fort Myers residents and Floridians statewide build lasting resilience.
All Mental Health Conditions
We treat the full spectrum of mental health disorders — anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and more — via telehealth. Proudly serving Fort Myers and all of Florida, for patients of all ages from children as young as 5 through older adults.
FMLA & Documentation Letters
Need documentation for work or school? Our Fort Myers telehealth practice provides FMLA paperwork, ESA letters, disability letters, and other psychiatric documentation — available for a fee. Contact us to learn more.
Not sure which service is right for you?
Accessible Care for
Every Budget
We believe cost should never be a barrier to mental health care. We accept several major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options.
Cigna
In-network
Aetna
In-network
United Health / Optum
In-network
Private Pay
Self-pay accepted
Sliding Scale
Fee adjusted to your income
Not sure if your plan is covered?
Insurance coverage can be complex. We're happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment — just reach out and we'll sort it out together.
Trusted by Those
We've Helped
Real stories from real patients who found their path to wellness with us.
“Coming to Heart to Heart Psychiatry was the best decision I ever made. The care I received was unlike anything I'd experienced before — truly personalized, compassionate, and effective. I finally feel like myself again.”
“After years of struggling with anxiety, I finally found a psychiatrist who truly listens. The treatment plan was thoughtful and the follow-up care has been exceptional. I'm grateful every day.”
“The trauma-informed approach here made all the difference. I never felt judged or rushed. The sessions helped me process things I'd been carrying for years. Truly life-changing.”
“The medication management here is handled with such care and precision. My doctor took the time to explain everything and adjusted my treatment until we found what truly worked for me.”
“I was nervous about seeking help, but from the very first appointment I felt completely at ease. The warmth and professionalism here is unmatched. My whole family has noticed the positive change in me.”
“The child and adolescent services here helped my teenage son tremendously. The doctor built a real rapport with him and gave our whole family tools to support his mental health journey.”
Begin Your Journey
to Wellness
Reaching out is the first step. We'll respond within 24 hours to schedule your initial consultation.
We accept most major insurance plans and offer sliding-scale fees for those who qualify. Contact us to verify your coverage before your first appointment.