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Psychiatric Care in Longwood, Florida
Still Waters Psychiatry provides compassionate psychiatric evaluations and medication management at our Longwood office, with telepsychiatry available across Florida. Our licensed psychiatric providers care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
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Jesus Gonzalez
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Jesus is currently not accepting new patients. Provides care for those age 18 and older. He is currently accepting the following insurances: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, United Behavioral Health, Optum, Oxford, Oscar, UMR, AvMed, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dedicated and compassionate, Jesus Gonzalez is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to providing patient-centric care to diverse populations. With a background spanning critical care nursing and mental health, he has developed a deep understanding of holistic patient care.
Jesus earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University in May 2022 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of West Florida. His empathetic approach to patient care is evident in his current role in local community behavioral health center in Kissimmee, FL, where he conducts psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatments while managing psychotropic medications. Jesus also emphasizes health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention through patient education. His extensive experience in critical care settings at AdventHealth and HealthTrust Workforce Solutions showcases his ability to adapt and excel in high-stress situations, making him a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Additionally, Jesus actively contributes to his community through volunteer work and is board-certified by ANCC as a PMHNP, demonstrating his commitment to evidence-based practice and patient well-being. With a strong foundation in nursing and psychology, Jesus Gonzalez is a healthcare professional dedicated to making a positive impact on mental health and substance abuse disorders within the community.
Kelly Brown
APRN, PMHNP
Kelly is currently not accepting new patients.
Kelly Brown is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals across the lifespan. She treats a full range of psychiatric conditions and has special expertise in ADHD, trauma, substance abuse, and supporting individuals who have experienced sexual assault or sexual abuse. Kelly is not currently accepting new patients.
**Kelly is offering in-office visits at our Longwood office. She also offers telehealth appointments throughout the week.
**Currently accepting the following insurance plans:
Aetna, Cigna, Optum, United Healthcare, Avmed, Oscar, Oxford, UMR, Florida Blue, BCBS, Medicare
Kelly believes that many symptoms people struggle with are signs of a nervous system under prolonged stress. Her treatment approach combines therapy, medication management, and practical nervous system regulation skills to support long-term emotional stability. She strives to create a safe, calm environment where patients can explore their experiences openly and move toward healing at a pace that feels right for them.
What You Can Expect
A calm, supportive, and transparent space where your goals guide the treatment plan. Kelly prioritizes clarity, collaboration, and a therapeutic relationship built on trust.
Therapeutic Approach
Kelly integrates evidence-based psychiatric care with strategies that support whole-person wellness. Her work emphasizes nervous system awareness, practical skill-building, and treatment plans tailored to each individual’s history and current needs.
Clinical Style
• Calm and steady
• Trauma-informed and nervous-system aware
• Clear, direct communication
• Root-cause oriented
• Realistic and straightforward guidance
Outside of her clinical work, Kelly is a mother of two, a wife, and someone who loves cooking, the Food Network, and exploring new places throughout Orlando. She enjoys scuba diving, kite surfing, and adventure-driven travel. Her interest in wellness and lifestyle practices informs her belief that mental health care should support resilience in both body and mind.
Kelly earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Palm Beach State College and her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in psychiatry from Walden University. She is board-certified by the ANCC as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Michael Palafox
APRN, PMHNP-BC
*Offering late evening and Saturday appointments.
*Currently Accepting Optum/United Healthcare, Oscar, UMR, Oxford, Florida Blue (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Aetna and Medicare.
*Pending Cigna Insurance
*Accepting new patients age 6+
Michael Palafox is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in nursing and mental health care. He provides comprehensive psychiatric care across the lifespan, working with children, adolescents, and adults to help support their mental wellness and overall quality of life.
Michael’s experience has taken him from the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine to the meaningful work of community mental health, where he has cared for individuals during some of their most vulnerable and challenging moments. Through these experiences, he developed a deep appreciation for the importance of providing support, stability, and understanding when patients are navigating difficult circumstances.
A graduate of Purdue University Global, Michael combines a strong academic foundation with extensive hands-on clinical experience. He believes that meaningful mental health care begins with building trust and ensuring patients feel heard, respected, and supported. His approach focuses on creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs, goals, and experiences.
Michael understands that life brings seasons of both challenges and growth, and he is committed to helping patients navigate those moments with compassion and practical guidance. He strives to be a dependable presence and partner in care, helping individuals and families move toward greater balance, wellness, and long-term success.
*Offering late evening appointments during the week via Telehealth.
*Saturday appointments available, both in the Longwood office and Telehealth from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Gabriel Alvarez
APRN, FNP, PMHNP
Gabriel Alvarez is not currently accepting new patients ages 15 and older. He accepts all of the insurance plans listed on the home page. He is a dual Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from the University of Central Florida, Masters of Science in Nursing from South University-Georgia, and a post-graduate board certificate in Psychiatry from Regis College-Massachusetts. His clinical experience includes over 7 years of serving individuals in a community mental health setting and private practice. He has a true passion to help others, visits are not rushed, and he takes pride in delivering quality care to his patients.
