Psychiatric Evaluation • Medication Management • ADHD Testing • Psychotherapy

Psychiatry & Behavioral Health in Shalimar and Fort Walton Beach, FL

Our approach

At Dragonfly Behavioral Health Services, we are proud to offer compassionate, evidence-based care from a collaborative team of mental health professionals. Medical Director Dr. Faryal Mallick is a triple board-certified Psychiatrist with expertise in child, adolescent, adult, and forensic psychiatry. Ryan Bradley, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-Psy, is a doctorally trained psychiatric Physician Assistant with deep experience in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Amanda Brunson, MSW, LCSW, provides trauma-informed psychotherapy across the lifespan, and Joan Sonnier, MS, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist offering systems-focused care.

Together, our multidisciplinary team delivers timely and targeted behavioral health services to support a wide range of mental health needs.

Our Services

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    Therapy

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    Psychiatry

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    Behavioral & Cognitive Testing

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Meet our team

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    Ryan Bradley, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-PSY

    Owner of Dragonfly Behavioral Health Services

    Ryan Bradley, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-PSY, is a doctorally trained psychiatric Physician Assistant providing in-person medication management and psychotherapy in the Shalimar, Florida area, as well as telehealth services across the state.

    PA Bradley offers care to children, adolescents, and adults, ranging from ages 5 to 62. With extensive knowledge and experience, Ryan specializes in managing mood disorders, personality disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions.

    Contact Ryan S. Bradley, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-PSY

    Website:

    https://www.dragonflybhs.com

    Phone: 850-790-9621

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    Dr. Faryal Mallick, MD

    Owner of FMP Family Psychiatry, Tampa, FL

    Dr. Mallick is the medical director of Dragonfly BHS, and practices in Tampa, FL. As a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist, Dr. Mallick treats patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on individuals ages 5 to 50. She has extensive experience in treating patients from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals.

    Dr. Mallick has special experience with patients that have experienced trauma, and suffer from PTSD and/or Borderline Personality Disorder. She treats a variety of other psychiatric illnesses, such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, etc. She also works with defiant children, developing teenagers, transitional age high school and college students; with a focus on the entire family rather than the individual themself.

    Dr. Mallick utilizes psychotherapy in combination with medication to provide a holistic treatment to her patients. She has received training in a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mentalization-based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.

    Contact Dr. Faryal Mallick, MD

    Website: https://www.fmpmentalhealthspa.com/

    Phone: 813-461-7797

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    Amanda Brunson, MSW, LCSW

    Owner of Dragonfly Counseling and Consulting

    Amanda is an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Level II trained therapist. She utilizes EMDR and other therapeutic interventions to help her patients with trauma recovery, substance abuse recovery, depression, anxiety and other life-adjustment challenges.

    Contact Amanda Brunson, MSW, LCSW

    Website:

    https://www.dragonflycounseling850.com/

    Phone: 850-468-2493

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    Joan Sonner, MS, LMFT

    Joan Smith is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in helping clients navigate challenges related to communication, relationship conflict, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. Joan is passionate about supporting clients in building healthier connections and fostering personal growth in a safe, collaborative environment. She draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and systems-based interventions to meet the unique needs of each client. Joan works with adolescents, adults, and couples from diverse backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive and affirming space for all.

    Contact Joan:

    Phone: 850-468-2493

    Website: https://www.dragonflycounseling850.com

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