Dr. Chantal Van Wely, MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Van Wely brings compassion and a deep commitment to patient-centered care to her work as a psychiatrist. She completed her residency training at HCA Florida Largo Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University and holds undergraduate degrees in Biology from the University of West Georgia and in Humanities from Brock University in Ontario, Canada.
Throughout her training, Dr. Van Wely developed broad clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, working with diverse patient populations facing conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, and substance use disorders. She is committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care that considers each individual’s unique values, goals, and background.
Dr. Van Wely has a strong interest in academic medicine and resident wellness. She has led and contributed to multiple research initiatives, including a published case report on functional neurological disorders in adolescents and a project examining resident mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work has been presented at state conferences and recognized with the Resident and Fellow Choice Award.
She is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Van Wely has also been actively involved in volunteer efforts, including providing care to Ukrainian refugees and serving in medical education and wellness committees.
Dr. Van Wely brings warmth, insight, and professionalism to every patient encounter and is passionate about expanding access to high-quality mental health care through telepsychiatry.
Jessica Lea, LCSW
Therapist
Jessica grew up in southern Oregon in the Rogue Valley. She graduated from the University of Portland, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. She went on to complete her Master of Social Work from Portland State University. She has many years of experience working as a therapist, behavioral health consultant, and social worker.
Jessica offers therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families. She has experience working with patients of all ages, including adolescents, teenagers, adults, and seniors. She frequently helps her patients challenge and reshape the thought patterns contributing to their anxiety or depression, cope with chronic pain or illness, and navigate family conflict.
Some of Jessica’s greatest strengths include listening empathetically, understanding her patient’s needs, and helping them find solutions. She always strives to support and empower her patients. She advocates for equity for all marginalized groups, with a particular focus on LGBTQAI+ rights.
Jessica is trained in the following treatment modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Collaborative Problem-Solving, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Dr. Christopher Galbick, DO
Psychiatrist
Dr. Galbick was born and raised in Oregon. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Dominican University of California, earning his Bachelor of Science in Biology. He went on to complete his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Florida. During his studies, Dr. Galbick conducted medical research investigating the use of cells for neuronal replacement therapy in patients with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. His later research focused on evaluating the efficacy of interventional psychiatry through real world case studies.
After graduating as a physician, Dr. Galbick completed his psychiatric residency at Largo Medical Center. During his time as a resident, Dr. Galbick was selected to be Chief Resident among his peers. A strong proponent of medical education, Dr. Galbick enjoyed passing on his knowledge to medical students and supervising new psychiatry residents. He has also co-authored a handbook to teach psychiatry to future generations of resident physicians.
Dr. Galbick’s clinical experience spans the full range of psychiatry, including psychiatric treatment in outpatient and inpatient settings, telepsychiatry, ECT interventional psychiatry, emergency medicine psychiatry, internal medicine, and neurology. He is dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of our community and has provided treatment to thousands of patients struggling with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anorexia nervosa, schizophrenia, and substance abuse.
With a firm belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare, Dr. Galbick strives to find ways to benefit those who are underserved. He has volunteered his time and expertise to provide medical care for patients unable to afford insurance. He has also provided psychiatric care for veterans at both the Bay Pines VA and the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital.
Dr. Galbick practices compassionate, evidence-based medicine to address the needs of his patients. He integrates each person’s medical history, personal values, and future goals to develop an individualized treatment plan. His patients express appreciation for his empathetic listening skills, broad knowledge base, and tangible desire to make meaningful improvements in their lives through psychiatric treatment. When you visit Dr. Galbick, you can trust you are seeing a physician who has your best interests at heart and cares deeply about your well-being.
Regina Galbick, MBA
Practice Manager