Marisara Morales-Ortiz, MD
Psychiatrist
About Marisara Morales-Ortiz, MD
Dr. Marisara Morales-Ortiz is a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist and Board-Certified Pediatrician providing comprehensive psychiatric care in Orlando and throughout Central Florida. With additional board eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, she delivers integrated mental health treatment for children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Morales-Ortiz specializes in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and behavioral challenges. Her dual expertise in pediatrics and psychiatry allows her to approach care through a whole-person lens—recognizing the critical connection between emotional health, development, and physical well-being.
Fluent in English and Spanish, she offers culturally responsive psychiatric care for families across Orlando and the greater Florida region.
Compassionate, Collaborative, and Focused on You
Approach to Care
Dr. Morales-Ortiz began her medical career in Pediatrics, where she witnessed firsthand how emotional and psychosocial factors shape long-term health outcomes. Recognizing that mental health is foundational to overall well-being, she pursued advanced training in Psychiatry to address the full spectrum of mind-body care.
Her approach is patient-centered, collaborative, and family-focused, emphasizing education, shared decision-making, and empowerment. She works closely with patients and families to create individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and behavioral strategies when appropriate.
Dr. Morales-Ortiz is particularly passionate about early intervention and developmental psychiatry, understanding that timely, compassionate mental health care can significantly influence life trajectories.
Her training includes crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, psychopharmacology, developmental psychiatry, and multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Dr. Morales-Ortiz sees patients in-person in Orlando and offers secure telepsychiatry services throughout Florida, providing accessible mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults across the state.
Education & Training
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we are currently accepting new patients. Appointment availability may vary by provider and location. Contact our team or use our online scheduling system to find the next available appointment.
Yes, telehealth appointments are available for many of our services. Availability may vary depending on the provider, type of service, and your location. Our team can help determine whether telehealth is appropriate for your appointment.
We accept many major insurance plans. Coverage can vary depending on your specific plan, provider, and service. Please contact our team to verify your insurance benefits and coverage before scheduling.
Your first appointment is an opportunity for your provider to learn more about you, your symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals. Together, you’ll discuss your concerns and potential treatment options to develop a personalized care plan.
TMS therapy is available through our practice for eligible patients. Your provider can help determine whether TMS may be an appropriate treatment option for you and, when appropriate, connect you with our TMS team for an evaluation.
