Our Team

Lauren has extensive experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities across home, school, and clinical settings. She specializes in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), developing individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs that focus on building communication, social, and adaptive life skills while reducing challenging behaviors. 

Throughout her career, Lauren has worked in multiple roles within the ABA field, beginning as a Registered Behavior Technician and progressing to a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. This hands-on experience allows her to provide comprehensive supervision, training, and mentorship to behavior technicians and clinical teams while ensuring that treatment plans are implemented with fidelity and aligned with the highest ethical standards of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). 

Lauren is passionate about empowering families and caregivers through education and collaboration. She works closely with interdisciplinary teams—including speech therapists, occupational therapists, educators, and medical professionals—to create comprehensive and individualized treatment plans that support meaningful and lasting behavior change.

As a bilingual professional fluent in English and Spanish, Lauren is committed to increasing access to high-quality ABA services for diverse communities. Her mission is to create supportive environments where children can develop independence, strengthen communication, and reach their full potential while helping families feel confident and supported throughout the therapeutic journey.

Clinical Propaedeutics — the discipline of diagnostic reasoning, patient examination, and structured
clinical evaluation — shaped his analytical and systematic approach to medicine early in his career.
This rigorous foundation established his commitment to precision, thorough assessment, and
disciplined medical thinking before transitioning to nursing and ultimately specializing in
psychiatry.

After completing his Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner training at West Coast University,
Ismel transitioned fully into outpatient psychiatry. He now specializes in ADHD, mood disorders,
anxiety disorders, behavioral dysregulation, substance use conditions, sleep disturbances, and
executive functioning deficits.

His clinical model is rooted in precision psychiatry. Every diagnosis is supported by structured
evaluations, validated screening tools, DSM-5 criteria, and functional impairment analysis.
Medication management is delivered with regulatory compliance, ethical oversight, and careful
monitoring.

Beyond conventional psychiatry, he incorporates a holistic and performance-based framework. He
evaluates sleep quality, metabolic health, hormonal balance, stress patterns, nutrition, and
lifestyle factors as critical components of mental stability. He provides evidence-based guidance on
supplementation when clinically appropriate.

ICare Mental and Behavioral Wellness also integrates pharmacogenomic testing and genetic markers to
personalize treatment selection. By combining genetic insights with clinical expertise, he reduces
unnecessary medication trials and enhances therapeutic precision.

His approach extends beyond symptom control; it is centered on restoring executive functioning,
cognitive clarity, emotional regulation, and sustainable mental performance.

Fluent in English and Spanish, he serves a diverse patient population while maintaining the highest
standards of professionalism, structure, and accountability.

Under his leadership, ICare Mental and Behavioral Wellness continues to evolve as a precision-driven
psychiatric practice grounded in medical depth, holistic integration, and measurable outcomes.

Modern psychiatry. Structured medicine. Human understanding.

Mind your Mind.

Ismel Fernandez-Calienes, PMHNP-BC, es Enfermero Practicante en Salud Mental Psiquiátrica certificado por la junta y fundador de ICare Mental and Behavioral Wellness en Miami, Florida. Su formación clínica comenzó con estudios formales de Medicina en la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas (UCM) de Villa Clara, Cuba (2008–2011), donde completó tres años de educación médica con énfasis en Medicina Interna, Neurología, Cardiología y Propedéutica Clínica.

Ismel Fernandez-Calienes, PMHNP-BC, es Enfermero Practicante en Salud Mental Psiquiátrica certificado por la junta y fundador de ICare Mental and Behavioral Wellness en Miami, Florida. Su formación clínica comenzó con estudios formales de Medicina en la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas (UCM) de Villa Clara, Cuba (2008–2011), donde completó tres años de educación médica con énfasis en Medicina Interna, Neurología, Cardiología y Propedéutica Clínica.

Posteriormente obtuvo su título como Enfermero Registrado y trabajó en entornos hospitalarios de alta complejidad, incluyendo el Ryder Trauma Center y la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Quirúrgicos del Jackson Memorial Hospital, atendiendo pacientes críticamente enfermos y post-trasplante. Estas experiencias perfeccionaron su criterio clínico bajo presión y su enfoque orientado a la seguridad.

Tras completar su formación como Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner en West Coast University, se dedicó por completo a la psiquiatría ambulatoria, especializándose en TDAH, trastornos del estado de ánimo, ansiedad, problemas conductuales, trastornos por uso de sustancias, alteraciones del sueño y dificultades en el funcionamiento ejecutivo.

Su modelo clínico se basa en psiquiatría de precisión. Cada diagnóstico se respalda con evaluaciones estructuradas, herramientas validadas, criterios DSM-5 y análisis funcional. El manejo de medicación se realiza con cumplimiento regulatorio, supervisión ética y monitoreo constante.

Además del enfoque tradicional, integra una visión holística orientada al rendimiento. Evalúa calidad del sueño, salud metabólica, balance hormonal, estrés, nutrición y estilo de vida como pilares fundamentales de la estabilidad mental. Ofrece orientación en suplementación basada en evidencia cuando está clínicamente indicado.

ICare también incorpora pruebas farmacogenómicas y marcadores genéticos para personalizar la selección del tratamiento. Al combinar información genética con experiencia clínica, se reduce la prueba y error en medicamentos y se optimiza la precisión terapéutica.

Su enfoque va más allá del control de síntomas; busca restaurar el funcionamiento ejecutivo, la claridad cognitiva, la regulación emocional y el desempeño mental sostenible.

Bilingüe en inglés y español, atiende a una población diversa manteniendo los más altos estándares de profesionalismo, estructura y responsabilidad.

Psiquiatría moderna con base médica sólida, integración holística y resultados medibles.

Mind your Mind.

Monica brings extensive experience working with the inpatient psychiatric population, where she provided acute stabilization and crisis intervention for individuals experiencing severe mental health episodes. Her background also includes critical care nursing, which has shaped her holistic understanding of the complex interplay between physical and mental health.

Known for her thoughtful, patient-centered approach, Monica integrates clinical expertise with a warm, supportive style that empowers individuals to take an active role in their mental health journey. She is especially skilled at tailoring treatment plans to each person’s unique needs, drawing on a range of modalities to support symptom relief, resilience and long-term growth.

Monica values building genuine therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, inclusive space where patients feel heard, respected and understood. She brings a strong background in trauma-informed care and a holistic perspective that considers the full scope of mind-body wellness.

Outside of her clinical work, Monica remains committed to her professional development and community mental health advocacy. She is proud to be part of a team dedicated to expanding access to high-quality psychiatric care.

Dr. Pérez began his medical career in Cuba, where he earned his degree as a Medical Doctor. Early in his professional journey, he practiced in the field of intensive cardiology for six years, gaining extensive experience managing critically ill patients and complex medical conditions. During this time, he developed a deep understanding of the connection between physical and mental health. Witnessing firsthand the psychological impact of chronic illness and critical care inspired him to pursue advanced specialization in psychiatry, recognizing its essential role in modern healthcare.

After relocating to the United States 11 years ago, he further advanced his training by completing a Master’s degree in Psychiatry and becoming a certified PMHNP. His combined background in medicine, critical care, and psychiatry allows him to approach mental health treatment with a strong clinical foundation and a holistic perspective.

Known for his calm and grounded presence, Rosbel is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and supportive therapeutic environment. He listens attentively, values honesty and integrity, and prioritizes building strong, trusting relationships with his patients. His care philosophy integrates clinical excellence with empathy, encouragement, and genuine human connection. He strives to ensure that every patient feels heard, understood, and supported throughout their treatment journey.

Outside of his professional life, Rosbel values perseverance, personal growth, and meaningful relationships. He enjoys music as a way to relax and maintain balance, is deeply committed to supporting his family, and takes pride in being a loyal and dependable friend.

His mission is to provide high-quality psychiatric care with compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his patients’ well-being.