Perinatal Psychiatry · Florida (Statewide Telehealth)
Perinatal Psychiatrist Near Me: Whole-Body Perinatal Mental Health Care Across Florida
By Annabelle Carney, PA-C, PMH-C
Annabelle Carney is a board-certified Physician Associate licensed in Florida, Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International, and functional-medicine trained. She founded Bloom & Balance after navigating her own postpartum anxiety and brings that lived experience to every appointment.
You've done everything right. You're pregnant, or you just had your baby, and something still doesn't feel right. Your mind won't stop. You're exhausted in a way that sleep doesn't fix.
It's not just how it's supposed to feel. Bloom & Balance offers virtual perinatal mental health care across all of Florida — wherever you are in the state, whole-body support is available. In-network with Cigna and UHC/Optum. Telehealth statewide.
Free · Virtual · All of Florida · In-network: Cigna & UHC/Optum
What is perinatal psychiatry?
Perinatal covers the full continuum: preconception through pregnancy through the postpartum period. A perinatal mental health specialist isn't just any provider. They understand what happens in the brain and body during this specific window.
The brain rewires during pregnancy and postpartum. Neurochemically, nutritionally, hormonally — a postpartum woman is not the same as someone outside this window. Treating her requires a provider who understands that.
When symptoms get labeled “just hormones” or “adjusting to motherhood,” nothing gets addressed. There's more to the story.
Annabelle Carney, PA-C, PMH-C: certified perinatal mental health specialist.
Two credentials matter here.
PA-C (Physician Associate Certified)
Full prescribing authority to evaluate and treat mental health conditions across Florida.
PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certified)
Issued by Postpartum Support International. The specialized certification for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders — goes far deeper than standard psychiatric training for this window.
Annabelle also brings something personal: she experienced her own postpartum anxiety — the hypervigilance she mistook for being responsible. She trained to become the provider she needed at that time.
“I do a whole-body approach, different from ‘here's your medication, you have postpartum anxiety, see you in four weeks.’ I look at sleep, nervous system, nutrition, labs — because mental health is physical health.”
— Annabelle Carney, PA-C, PMH-C
Who we support: perinatal mental health conditions we address.
Bloom & Balance supports women across the full perinatal window.
Perinatal anxiety and depression
Preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum mood disruption. The full continuum.
Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
Racing thoughts, persistent low mood, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts — the range is wide and all of it is treatable.
PMDD and hormonal mood shifts
Severe cyclical mood disruption that deserves a real treatment plan, not reassurance.
Brain fog, irritability, overwhelm
The symptoms that don't fit neatly into a diagnosis but make functioning feel impossible.
Postpartum thyroid changes
The thyroid takes a major hit postpartum. A full panel — not just TSH — is what catches it.
Nutrient depletion affecting mood and energy
Pregnancy and breastfeeding pull the raw materials of the brain. Depleted iron, B12, ferritin, and vitamin D change everything.
Sleep disruption and nervous system dysregulation
Not just being tired. The dysregulation that accumulates when your system never fully rests.
This practice does not provide crisis or emergency psychiatric services.
How virtual perinatal psychiatric care works.
When you search “perinatal psychiatrist near me,” near you means all of Florida. No commute, no waiting room, no arranging childcare for an in-person appointment.
Step 1
Free 30-minute consultation
Book online, meet Annabelle, describe what's happening, and get a clear sense of whether Bloom & Balance is the right fit. No commitment required.
Step 2
90-minute Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation ($295)
Labs, sleep, nervous system, nutrition, medication history, and your full story. This isn't a checklist — it's an actual intake built to understand you.
Step 3
Your individualized plan
Nutrition, nervous system support, medication when it makes sense, and a roadmap you can actually follow. Direct access via secure messaging with a 24-hour response.
This isn't reactive care. It's getting underneath what's driving the symptoms.
Annabelle Carney, PA-C, PMH-C
Perinatal Mental Health Specialist · Bloom & Balance Psychiatry
Annabelle is a board-certified Physician Associate, Perinatal Mental Health Certified through Postpartum Support International, and functional-medicine trained. She founded Bloom & Balance after her own postpartum recovery and specializes in the full perinatal window: preconception, pregnancy, and 0–24 months postpartum. She practices 100% virtually across Florida.
Insurance & fees.
Bloom & Balance accepts Cigna and UnitedHealthcare/Optum in Florida. Telehealth psychiatric care is typically covered at your standard in-network rate under either plan. Self-pay is also available.
Free Consultation
30 min · No commitment
$0
Initial Evaluation
90 min · Comprehensive intake
$295
Follow-Up
Ongoing care
$195
Insurance (Cigna and UHC/Optum) in-network for psychiatric services. Check your coverage →
Related Care
Restore & Rebalance Program →
12-week postpartum recovery program. Functional labs, nutrition protocol, nervous system support, and 1-on-1 guidance. The full root-cause picture.
Medication Management →
Thoughtful psychiatric medication evaluation, management, and tapering. Never a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Lab Review & Interpretation →
Functional lab panel analysis. Thyroid, iron, hormones, and the nutrients that standard labs skip.
Postpartum Psychiatrist — Sarasota →
Sarasota-area focused care page with local context and telehealth access across the Gulf Coast.
Frequently asked questions.
Do I have to be near Sarasota to work with Bloom & Balance?
No. Bloom & Balance is 100% virtual and serves all of Florida via telehealth. Wherever you are in the state, you can access the same level of care.
What's the difference between a perinatal psychiatrist and a regular psychiatrist?
A perinatal mental health specialist is trained in the specific neurochemical, hormonal, and nutritional changes of the preconception-through-postpartum window. General psychiatric training rarely covers this depth. The perinatal window changes everything, and a provider who hasn't trained in it is working without the full picture.
What is a PMH-C certification?
PMH-C stands for Perinatal Mental Health Certified. It is issued by Postpartum Support International and indicates specialized training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, beyond standard psychiatric or PA training. It is the field's specific credential for this window of care.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. Bloom & Balance is in-network with Cigna and UHC/Optum. Self-pay is also available. Annabelle can walk you through what makes the most sense for your situation during your free consultation.
Can I see a perinatal psychiatrist while pregnant?
Yes. The practice supports the full perinatal window: preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. You do not have to wait until after delivery.
What if I'm not sure I need a psychiatrist?
That's exactly what the free 30-minute consultation is for. No commitment, no pressure. You share what's going on, and you'll get a clear answer about whether this is the right fit.
Bloom & Balance Psychiatry · Florida (Statewide Telehealth)
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If you've been searching for a perinatal psychiatrist near you in Florida, you don't have to wait for an in-person appointment. Virtual perinatal psychiatric care means the same depth of whole-body support, wherever you are in the state.
Content is informational only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Bloom & Balance Psychiatry serves Florida residents via telehealth.