Cathleen Jane Gomez, MD

About Dr. Cathleen Jane Gomez

Dr. Cathleen Jane Gomez is a licensed psychiatrist serving patients throughout Florida through telepsychiatry. As the founder of Ascend Psychiatry & Wellness, Dr. Gomez established the practice with a clear vision: to provide accessible, personalized mental health care that treats the whole person, not just symptoms.

With years of experience treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, Dr. Cathleen Gomez brings both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to every patient interaction. Her approach to psychiatry emphasizes collaboration, evidence-based treatment, and building lasting therapeutic relationships that support long-term wellness.

Why Dr. Gomez Founded Ascend Psychiatry & Wellness

Dr. Cathleen Gomez recognized a critical gap in mental health care: patients needed a psychiatrist who would truly listen, provide comprehensive care, and make treatment accessible across Florida. Traditional practice models often meant long wait times, rushed appointments, and limited access for patients in underserved areas.

Dr. Gomez founded Ascend Psychiatry & Wellness to change that model. Through secure telepsychiatry, patients throughout Florida can access experienced psychiatric care without geographic barriers. Whether you're in Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, or a rural community, Dr. Gomez provides the same high-quality, personalized treatment.

Dr. Cathleen Gomez's Approach to Psychiatric Treatment

Cathleen Gomez, MD specializes in comprehensive mental health evaluation and medication management for adults struggling with:

• Depression and mood disorders
• Anxiety disorders and panic attacks
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
• Other psychiatric concerns affecting daily life

Dr. Gomez believes effective psychiatric care requires more than prescriptions. She takes time to understand each patient's unique circumstances, coordinates with therapists and primary care providers when beneficial, and adjusts treatment plans based on your response and goals.

Collaborative, Integrated Mental Health Care

What sets Dr. Cathleen Gomez apart as a Florida psychiatrist is her commitment to integrated care. Ascend Psychiatry & Wellness includes not only psychiatric services but also allergy and immunology expertise, recognizing the important connections between immune function and mental health.

This collaborative approach means Dr. Gomez can coordinate your psychiatric treatment with other aspects of your health, ensuring comprehensive care that addresses all factors affecting your wellbeing. She regularly works alongside therapists, counselors, and other medical specialists to provide coordinated treatment plans.

Convenient Telepsychiatry Throughout Florida

Dr. Cathleen Gomez provides telepsychiatry services to patients in every region of Florida. Through secure video appointments, you can meet with Dr. Gomez from the comfort and privacy of your own home.

• No commute or time off work required
• Access to experienced psychiatric care regardless of your location in Florida
• Consistent care even if you travel within the state
• Comfortable, private setting for discussing sensitive mental health concerns
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your life

Dr. Gomez accepts Optum, Cigna, and Aetna insurance, with cash-pay options available for those without insurance coverage.

Patient-Centered Philosophy

"I founded Ascend Psychiatry & Wellness because I believe everyone deserves access to compassionate, expert psychiatric care. Mental health treatment shouldn't feel rushed or impersonal. My goal is to provide the time, attention, and expertise each patient needs to feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey toward better mental health."

Dr. Gomez's patients consistently note her warm demeanor, clinical knowledge, and genuine investment in their wellbeing. She takes pride in helping patients regain control of their mental health and achieve their personal wellness goals.