Expert Therapy for Individuals, Couples & Families
Compassionate mental health care in Shalimar & Fort Walton Beach
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.
We are also pleased to welcome Joan Sonnier, MS, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist offering systems-focused care, and Hunter Young, RMHCI, a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern providing thoughtful, skills-based therapy for children, teens, and adults.
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
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:
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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Hunter Young, RMHCI
Hunter is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in Florida. She works with children, teens, and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, and disordered eating.
Hunter offers support that’s honest, practical, and rooted in both compassion and science. During her clinical internship with the Department of Juvenile Justice, she had the opportunity to work with adolescents facing complex concerns—including ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, anxiety, depression, and substance use. That experience helped shape her approach: creating a space that’s structured, supportive, and always free of judgment.
Hunter is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and integrate evidence-based strategies like CBT and solution-focused therapy into sessions. But I also believe therapy should feel like a conversation—not a checklist. Hunter strives to help clients build insight, learn tools that actually work, and feel empowered to take steps forward their your life.
Phone: 850-790-9621 Email: Hunter@dragonflybhs.com
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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