About Gainesville Psychiatry
Meet Our Clinical Director
Dr. Nallapula leads Gainesville Psychiatry with a commitment to clinical excellence and patient dignity. With extensive experience in psychiatric care, Dr. Nallapula is known for a methodical yet empathetic approach that classifies accuracy, trust, and personalized care.Trained in modern psychiatric practices and committed to lifelong learning, Dr. Nallapula integrates current medical research with careful listening and clinical judgment.
Each patient’s interactions are guided by honor, transparency, and an understanding that mental health care is not a “one size fits all” approach. Patients often describe that Dr. Nallapula’s style has a calm, attentive, and reassuring personality, creating an environment where questions are warmly welcomed and progress always feels achievable.
Theresa Gaser, MSSA, LCSW, LISWS
Mental Health Professional
Theresa Gaser, MSSA, LCSW, LISWS is an accomplished mental health professional with extensive experience in serving individuals, couples, children, and families across various clinical and school settings. She is a certified Trauma Specialist and a trained IBCT (Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy) therapist, bringing a specialized focus to her practice. Theresa has also been certified by the National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children, further underscoring her expertise in addressing trauma-related issues.
In addition to her clinical work, Mrs. Gaser is an esteemed educator and professional trainer, specializing in areas such as suicide prevention, trauma, sexual trauma, domestic violence, and ethics in high-risk clinical situations. Theresa is licensed to practice in Ohio and Florida. She remains committed to advancing the field of mental health through her practice, training, and advocacy.
Sheli A
Office Manager
Sheli Avila serves as the Office Manager of our private psychiatric practice, overseeing daily operations and ensuring a smooth, supportive experience for both patients and providers. She manages scheduling, insurance coordination, and office workflow with professionalism, attention to detail, and adherence to patient confidentiality standards.
Our Commitments and Methods
To help patients regain their confidence and take control over their life through comprehensive, informed and collaborative care is what our approach is. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, we believe in emphasizing and understanding patterns, empowering coping skills and supporting long term mental wellbeing.
Respectful Engagement
where your concerns guide the conversations.
Shared Decision Making
where treatment plans evolve with your inputs
Science Guided Care
where clinical decisions are roots in reliable research
Confidential Practice
where privacy and safety are nonnegotiable
Who We Support
Gainesville Psychiatry serves individuals and families seeking professional support for a wide range of concerns relating mental health including:
Anxiety and stress
related concerns
Depression and emotional
regulation challenges
Attention and focus
concerns
Real life changes and stress of transition
What Sets Gainesville Psychiatry Apart
From your first interaction, our goal is to provide you with confidence and ease. Because we believe that high quality psychiatry should feel accessible, structured and respectful.
What patients value the most is:
- Care plans built around individuals, not a checklist
- Clear and confidential conversation at every stage of treatments
- A highly professional, safe and secure care environment
- Practical guidance that can be applied in daily life
- Consistent and attentive follow through
Get started towards healing with compassion and care with us.
Contact us now!