Oakland Park 
Telemedicine 
Ariel Santiago, APRN
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Addictions
- ADHD
- PTSD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Dissociative Disorders
- OCD
- Adjustment Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Phobias
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- General Psychiatry
- Sleeping Disorders
- Postpartum Depression
- Anger Management
- Eating Disorders
- Changes in Family & Relationships
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- LGBTQ+
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma Recovery
- Learning Disorder
- Gender Identity Affirmation
- Insomnia
- Panic Disorder
- Prenatal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Substance Abuse
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Ariel Santiago, APRN, is a highly accomplished and compassionate Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner at My Psychiatrist in Hollywood, Florida. Born and raised in New York, Ariel brings a diverse and empathetic approach to her practice, dedicated to empowering her patients and enhancing their quality of life. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Ariel ensures that language is never a barrier to accessing quality mental health care. Her bilingual abilities allow her to connect deeply with a broader range of clients from various cultural backgrounds, fostering a safe and inclusive environment where every individual feels understood and valued.
Her Journey and Approach to Care
Ariel earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from The College at Brockport, where she was honored with the 2023 Outstanding Service Award by the alumni association. She began her career with six years of experience in neuroscience and intensive trauma care nursing, demonstrating her commitment to high-stakes and impactful healthcare settings.
Driven by her passion for mental health and a relentless drive for improvement, Ariel pursued her Master’s Degree in Nursing at the University of Miami, where she completed her dual graduate programs with honors. During her Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program, Ariel played a pivotal role in securing a $25,000 grant for the School of Nursing and Health Studies. This grant facilitated much-needed medical attention for the homeless population and provided Nurse Practitioner students with invaluable opportunities to grow into their new roles.
Ariel’s unwavering empathy for humanity, combined with her dedication to mental health advocacy, underpins her therapeutic approach. She believes in a person-centered and strengths-based methodology, creating a collaborative environment where patients feel empowered to explore their emotions, overcome challenges, and achieve personal growth.
Education and Training
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing — The College at Brockport
- Master of Science in Nursing — University of Miami
