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Mirtha Alvarez Acevedo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
10 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Chronic conditions
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

A Florida and Polk County native, Mirtha is a graduate of Frostproof High School. She is board certified as both a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Autonomous Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor's of Nursing from Polk State and a Master's of Nursing from USF. In 2023 Mirtha earned a Post Master's Certification in Psychiatry from Florida Atlantic University. However, her journey as a mental health provider began in 2020 when she became certified through the Academy of Christian Counseling, as a mental health coach. Then in January of 2025 she became an active member of the Order of Saint Luke (OSL) a healing ministry.

Mirtha has nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare. Her passion is caring for individuals struggling with mental health issues. She has been volunteering with the youth in her community for over 7 years and also has experience working in a domestic violence shelter with victims of trauma.

My approach to therapy

I value each person as uniquely created and offer individualized care based on your specific needs. Through a compassionate approach in whatever life situation you are facing.

What you can expect from me

A thorough evaluation in a therapeutic environment. With goal of establishing trust through a conversational atmosphere.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at University of South Florida, Other at Florida Atlantic University
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Behavior Management, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Behavioral, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    301 3rd Street Northwest ste 208
    Winter Haven, FL 33881