Dr. Brenda Lynn Keefer MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
12641 World Plaza Ln Suite 56 Fort Myers FL, 33907About
Dr. Brenda Keefer is a psychiatrist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Keefer is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Keefer diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Keefer may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Keefer treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky 1985
University of Kentucky College of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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