Exceptional mental health care begins with time, trust, and a therapeutic relationship.

Welcome to the practice. Dr. Ares-Romero is a double board-certified psychiatrist with more than two decades of clinical and leadership experience.

In addition to her private practice, Dr. Ares-Romero serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, where she is actively involved in educating and mentoring future physicians and training medical residents. Her academic work reflects her commitment to advancing psychiatric education and promoting excellence in patient care.

Throughout her distinguished career, she has held executive leadership positions, including Chief Medical Officer at Jackson Health System, leading multidisciplinary behavioral health teams while maintaining a strong focus on patient-centered care. She also serves on the Board of the Florida Medical Association, advocating for physicians, mental health awareness, and improved access to high-quality healthcare within the community.

Dr. Ares Romero is recognized for her thoughtful, collaborative approach to treatment. She believes that every individual deserves the time, attention, and personalized care necessary to achieve lasting emotional wellness. By combining the latest scientific evidence with empathy and respect, she partners with each patient to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique goals, values, and life circumstances.

“My concierge model allows me to provide highly individualized care in a private, confidential setting, where your well-being is always the priority.”

Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, burnout, trauma, or simply seeking to optimize your emotional health, my goal is to help you achieve lasting wellness through compassionate, evidence-based treatment.

Treatment Philosophy

Healing begins with understanding.

I believe exceptional psychiatric care should be collaborative, thoughtful, and personalized. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, and lifestyle while incorporating evidence-based therapies and medication management when appropriate.