Yanisett Rizo is a bilingual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults in Florida.
Specialties & Conditions Treated
Adult Psychiatry
Depression and other mood disorders
Bipolar disorder
Anxiety disorders and panic symptoms
ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults
Behavioral and emotional regulation concerns
PTSD and trauma-related disorders
Psychotic disorders and complex psychiatric presentations
Substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions
Adjustment disorders and stress-related concerns
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Psychiatric care across the lifespan
Child and adolescent mental health concerns
Adult psychiatric disorders
Family-centered treatment planning
Collaboration with parents, caregivers, schools, therapists, and healthcare providers
Support for patients with developmental, educational, behavioral, and emotional needs
Complex, Inpatient & Consultation Services
Inpatient psychiatric consultation experience
Crisis assessment and management
Evaluation of patients with overlapping medical and psychiatric conditions
Coordination with multidisciplinary treatment teams
Treatment planning focused on safety, stabilization, symptom management, and continuity of care
Behavioral Health & Care Coordination Experience
Experience working with patients across medical-surgical, telemetry, emergency, behavioral health, and school-based settings
Recognition of how medical conditions can affect emotional and psychiatric well-being
Support for patients with complex healthcare needs
Patient and family education regarding treatment, safety, and recovery
Advocacy for coordinated, comprehensive mental health care
3x
3x Nursing degrees earned: ASN, BSN, and MSN-PMHNP
All Ages
Serving children, adolescent, and adult populations
2x
Languages Spoken, English and Spanish
FL
Licensed to practice in Florida
9+
9+ years in healthcare-related roles through all levels of care
Treatment Approach
Yanisett takes a compassionate, collaborative, and patient-centered approach to psychiatric care. She works closely with patients, families, caregivers, schools, therapists, medical providers, and treatment teams to understand each person’s symptoms, history, strengths, and goals. Her approach may include diagnostic evaluation, medication management, psychoeducation, care coordination, crisis-informed assessment, and support across different levels of care.
With more than nine years of nursing experience across medical-surgical, telemetry, behavioral health, emergency, discharge planning, and school-based settings, Yanisett brings a well-rounded understanding of how psychiatric symptoms can overlap with medical needs, family dynamics, and care transitions. Her background helps her recognize complex presentations, respond effectively in high-pressure situations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, coordinated treatment planning.
Treatment Options
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
Medication management
Adult psychiatric treatment
Child and adolescent psychiatric treatment
Inpatient psychiatric consult support
Crisis-informed treatment planning
Support for co-occurring psychiatric and medical needs
Coordination with families, schools, therapists, medical providers, and discharge planning teams
Education & Training
Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner — Walden University
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing — Miami Dade College
Associate Degree in Nursing — Miami Dade College
Board Certification — PMHNP-BC
Basic Life Support Certification
Currently Serving
In-person psychiatric services available in the Miami, and Florida area. Telehealth availability may vary based on clinical needs, insurance and appointment type.
5901 SW 74TH ST STE 211
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143
What Patients Are Saying
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“She’s a truly compassionate and insightful doctor who has a remarkable ability to connect with children. Even during these challenging times for my kids, they’ve built a strong and comforting bond with her.
— Gabriela
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I recommend Santana Mental Health Services for their excellent patient care, and Dr. Rizo for her professionalism and outstanding work.
— Amelia
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She is very understanding and her communication is amazing! She’s very helpful and really takes the time to understand and listen before making decisions.
— Krissa