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Dr. Joachim Benitez, MD

Psychiatry*
4.2 (5)
Map Pin Small Lakeland, FL
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Joachim Benitez, MD

Dr. Joachim Benitez, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Lakeland, FL. They specialize in Psychiatry, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Psychiatry. They graduated from ST. LUKE'S COLLEGE OF MEDICINE and is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Benitez an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Benitez works at Watson Clinic LLP in Lakeland, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Anxiety and Panic Disorder along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Benitez's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Watson Clinic Main
    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7000
    Monday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Watson Clinic LLP
    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7385
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
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  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Anxiety
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Panic Disorder
ADHD and-or ADD
Bipolar Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
Phobia
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychiatric Evaluation
Adjustment Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Delusional Disorder
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Hypochondriasis
Manic Disorder
Marijuana Addiction
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Personality Disorders
Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform Disorder
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Somatoform Disorders
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Couples Therapy
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
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    About Dr. Joachim Benitez, MD

    Specialties*
    • Psychiatry

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    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Tagalog
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    NPI Number
    • 1114990330
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • ST. LUKE'S COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Psychiatry
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Joachim Benitez, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Benitez is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Benitez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Benitez works at Watson Clinic LLP in Lakeland, FL. View the full address on Dr. Benitez’s profile.

    Dr. Benitez has seen patients for Anxiety and Panic Disorder, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Benitez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Benitez. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Benitez.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Benitez, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Benitez appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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