Joanne McCalla, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
About Joanne McCalla, PMHNP-BC
Joanne McCalla, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at My Psychiatrist in Plantation, Florida, with 31 years of nursing experience and three years focused on adult and geriatric psychiatric care. Her extensive clinical background includes acute psychiatry, crisis intervention, case management, hospital care, rehabilitation, and healthcare leadership.
Joanne works with adults and older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, and substance use concerns. Her approach combines careful psychiatric assessment, evidence-based treatment, patient education, and shared decision-making so patients understand their options and have an active role in their care.
Compassionate, Collaborative, and Focused on You
Approach to Care
Joanne’s career has taken her across many sides of healthcare—from direct psychiatric nursing and mental health crisis intervention to case management, care coordination, and nursing leadership. She has worked in hospital, behavioral health, correctional, rehabilitation, and managed-care environments, including leadership roles overseeing psychiatric nursing services. Joanne McCalla, PMHNP-BC Joanne McCalla, PMHNP-BC
That breadth of experience shapes how she approaches psychiatry today. Joanne listens closely to understand not only a patient’s symptoms, but also the experiences and circumstances surrounding them. She brings structure to the treatment process, explains the reasoning behind clinical recommendations, and works collaboratively with patients to develop plans that are both evidence-based and practical.
Her goal is for patients to leave appointments with a clearer understanding of their care—what they are working toward, why a particular treatment has been recommended, and how progress will be evaluated over time.
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.
