Adolescent & Young Adult Psychiatry · Gainesville, FL
Clarity Starts Here.
Cortex Mental Health provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adolescents and young adults ages 14–24 in Gainesville, FL. We specialize in ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, offering evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, therapy, and coaching under one roof.
What We Treat
Conditions We Treat
We specialize in the conditions that most commonly affect the 14–24 age group, providing expert evaluation and personalized treatment plans.
ADHD
Difficulty focusing, impulsivity, and restlessness can significantly impact academic and social functioning. We provide comprehensive ADHD evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing management.
Depression
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, and low energy are signs that deserve professional attention. We offer evidence-based therapy and medication management tailored to young adults.
Anxiety Disorders
From generalized anxiety to social anxiety and panic disorder, we help young people understand and manage anxiety so it stops getting in the way of living.
Bipolar Disorder
Early identification and careful management of bipolar disorder is critical during adolescence and young adulthood. We provide ongoing monitoring, medication management, and psychoeducation.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia most commonly emerges in late adolescence and early adulthood. Early, specialized intervention makes a meaningful difference in long-term outcomes.
Our Services
How We Help
Psychiatric Evaluation
A comprehensive initial assessment to understand your history, symptoms, and goals.
Diagnosis
Clear, honest answers about what is happening and why—so you can move forward with a plan.
Psychological Testing
Standardized testing for ADHD, learning differences, and cognitive functioning.
Medication Management
Careful, ongoing psychiatric medication oversight with regular follow-up appointments.
Therapy
Evidence-based individual therapy tailored to your individual needs.
Coaching
Goal-focused support to build skills, routines, and confidence between clinical sessions.
A Practice Built for Young Minds
Cortex Mental Health was built specifically for adolescents and young adults— a population that too often falls through the cracks of a mental health system designed for either children or adults.
We understand the pressures of high school, college, and early adulthood. We speak your language, take your concerns seriously, and work alongside you and your family to build a care plan that actually fits your life.
Ready to Get Started?
Taking the first step toward mental health care is an act of courage. We make it easy to get started. Reach out today to schedule your first appointment.