Dr. Chantal Van Wely, MD (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

My approach is comprehensive, holistic, and focused on the biopsychosocial model. This means I strive to include all parts of a patient’s life when considering their diagnosis and treatment. I try to bring warmth, empathy, insight, and professionalism to every interaction. I see a diverse range of patients, including adults, teenagers, and adolescents age 8 and up. Because all of my appointments are offered via telehealth, I do not prescribe stimulants, benzodiazepines, or sedatives. I can accept the following Regence BCBS plans: Participating, Preferred, Individual and Family Network, RealValue. I am unable to accept the following Regence BCBS plans: Legacy, Blue High Performance Network, Medicare Advantage. I can also accept patients with PPO plans through other insurance if your insurance card includes a Multiplan or PHCS logo.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I completed undergraduate degrees in Biology from the University of West Georgia and Humanities from Brock University in Ontario, Canada. I earned my Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University. I then completed my residency training at HCA Florida Largo Hospital, where I served as Chief Resident. I have a strong interest in academic medicine and global health. I have led and contributed to multiple research initiatives, and my work has been recognized at state conferences. I have actively volunteered to bring mental health care to those struggling to access it, including providing care to Ukrainian refugees. I am a member of both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.