Dedicated to health, driven by compassion
At Mindful Behavioral Health, we integrate advanced technology with heartfelt care. Our skilled team ensures that each patient is respected and empowered.
About Us
Mindful Behavioral Health, is a psychiatric practice located in Boca Raton, FL. We treat the full range of mental health problems that manifest in adults at any stage of development. The treatment team will provide patients with a comprehensive evaluation and with a treatment plan that may include medications, psychotherapy and/or interventional psychiatry treatments.
Meet our Providers
Ivan E. Cichowicz, MD
Boca Raton, FL Psychiatrist
Mindful Behavioral Health
Dr. Ivan Cichowicz, a magna cum laude graduate of Universidad Central Del Caribe in Puerto Rico, completed his psychiatry residency and Geriatric Psychiatry fellowship at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. He further honed his expertise with a Fellowship in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia.
In 2013, Dr. Cichowicz co-founded Mindful Behavioral Health, driven by his vision to integrate cutting-edge psychiatric treatments with personalized care plans aimed at improving mental and cognitive well-being. The practice empowers patients through evidence-based therapies and compassionate support, ensuring the highest level of care for each individual patient.
Dr. Cichowicz is dedicated to optimizing brain health for individuals across all life stages. Through advanced treatments and preventative care, he works to enhance cognitive function, support mental clarity, and slow the brain aging process. Whether helping young adults maintain brain health or working with older individuals to prevent or address cognitive decline, Dr. Cichowicz integrates innovative therapies and lifestyle strategies to promote long-term brain resilience.
Specializing in dementia care, Dr. Cichowicz addresses the mental health symptoms associated with aging, such as depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline. His approach focuses on early intervention, symptom management, and enhancing brain resilience to improve patients’ quality of life.
As a leader in interventional psychiatry, Dr. Cichowicz has extensive experience in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), having trained at Duke University and Neurostar University. He is also a national leader in the administration of Spravato™ (esketamine), providing training for other healthcare providers. In addition, Dr. Cichowicz is a leading provider and researcher in Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS) and an early adopter of PRISM for the treatment of PTSD and depression, integrating these innovative therapies into his practice to advance patient care and clinical knowledge.
Dr. Cichowicz has a deep passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of healthcare providers. He regularly welcomes medical students into his practice, where they gain hands-on experience in psychiatric care. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Cichowicz is actively involved in clinical research and lectures on topics including treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, brain health, and dementia prevention. His commitment to education allows him to share his knowledge and advance the field while helping to shape the future of psychiatry.
Gretchen M. Garcia, MD
Boca Raton, FL Psychiatrist
Mindful Behavioral Health
Dr. Garcia is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist, fully fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Garcia graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe – School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. From there she went on to do her Residency in Psychiatry at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. During her Residency she had the privilege of serving as Academic and Administrative Chief Resident. She additionally received multiple recognitions for her clinical and administrative work during her Residency. While at Albert Einstein she was also exposed to extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Insight-Oriented Psychotherapy and Supportive Psychotherapy.
Following her Residency, she worked as a staff psychiatrist in a community mental health clinic in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. In 2010 Dr. Garcia returned to Puerto Rico where she worked in a PHP/IOP for 3 years. In 2013 Dr. Garcia moved to FL and cofounded Mindful Behavioral Health. As she was helping to establish Mindful Behavioral Health, she was also working as medical director for Family Behavioral Center, a PHP/IOP in Delray Beach. Family Behavioral Center was recognized in the community for being one of the few PHP/IOP’s that specialized primarily on mental health issues. In 2015 she decided to focus all of her effort on her work at Mindful Behavioral Health where she works as an outpatient psychiatrist.
At present, she provides medication management to adult patients. She specializes in women’s mental health issues and working with young adults. Dr. Garcia, along with one of the therapists at Mindful Behavioral Health, Elizabeth Johnson-Gutierrez, LMHC, work as a comprehensive treatment team dedicated to providing individualized, state-of-the-art mental health care in a warm and professional atmosphere.
Marc D. Weiss, MD
Boca Raton, FL Psychiatrist
Mindful Behavioral Health
Dr. Weiss is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist. He completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at Tel Aviv University. From there he went on to complete his Residency in Psychiatry at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. He also completed the Duke University Fellowship in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and is certified to perform TMS.
Raquel C. Herrero, MD
Boca Raton, FL Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Mindful Behavioral Health
Dr. Herrero is a Board-Certified Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. She completed her Residency in Psychiatry at the University of Puerto Rico, where she also obtained her medical degree from. Prior to joining Mindful Behavioral Health, Dr. Herrero has worked in various outpatient clinics in the area. Her patients have always praised her kind and empathic manner.
Dr. Herrero is fully fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Kelly Joseph McKinell, M.D., M.P.H.
Psychiatrist
Mindful Behavioral Health
Dr. Kelly McKinell is a board‑certified psychiatrist with extensive experience caring for adults across medical, psychiatric, and rehabilitative settings. He completed his combined Internal Medicine and Psychiatry residency at Rush University Medical Center and holds both a Doctor of Medicine and a Master of Public Health from Tulane University.
Before joining Mindful Behavioral Health, Dr. McKinell served in leadership and clinical roles at Cleveland Clinic Florida, the Veterans Administration Healthcare System in Boston, and Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute. He has also held academic appointments at Harvard Medical School and Rush University.
Dr. McKinell’s clinical focus includes geriatric psychiatry, consultation‑liaison psychiatry, and the integration of mental health care into complex medical treatment. He is known for his thoughtful, collaborative approach and commitment to evidence‑based, compassionate care.
Elizabeth Johnson-Gutierrez, LMHC
About Elizabeth ‘Beth’ Johnson-Gutierrez, LMHC
Elizabeth Johnson-Gutierrez, “Beth”, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She joined Mindful Behavioral Health (MBH) in 2015. She provides individual therapy for clients receiving treatment from various psychiatrists in the office. She also assists Dr. Gretchen Garcia during client’s initial visit to help complete their psychiatric assessment.
Beth has a wonderful ability to connect with her clients, using her down to earth, collaborative, and empathetic therapeutic approach, to help them feel hopeful again. Utilizing primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with other clinically recognized treatment modalities, she helps teach her clients to modify their thoughts and behaviors and use mindfulness to bring about positive changes to help them tackle life’s most difficult challenges successfully. She is experienced in the assessment and treatment of Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive- Compulsive Disorders, ADHD, and Trauma/Stress Related Disorders as well as helping with various situational struggles such as grief/loss, adjustment issues, relationship problems, and low self- esteem, She works with adults (18+), specializes in treatment of depression and anxiety, and has a passion for helping women and the young adult population.
Prior to joining Mindful Behavioral Health (MBH), Beth served as the family therapist as well as a group and individual therapist at Family Behavioral Center in Delray Beach, FL. Family Behavioral Health was a Partial Hospitalization Program/Intensive Outpatient Program that specialized primarily in mental health issties but also provided treatment for substance abiise and eating disorders.
Beth graduated with honors and earned her Master’s of Education degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling from Florida Atlantic University. She graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa and earned a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. She is currently a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the state of Florida (#MH12793). She is a member of the American Mental Health Counselor’s Association.
Outside of work, you will find Beth spending timefwith her family and 2 dogs, joining in on Boy Scout activities with her son, paddleboarding or walking the beach with friends. She also enjoys volunteering and Serving on the board of Community Servant Leaders, a non-profit organization focused on inspiring and empowering youth to make meaningful impact by connecting them to volunteer opportunities in their communities.
Melissa Sosa-Miracolo, LMHC, LPC, QS, BCaBA
Melissa Sosa-Miracolo is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides individual therapy for clients receiving care through Mindful Behavioral Health. She works collaboratively with the MBH team to support clients in addressing emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges while developing practical tools for long-term stability and well-being. She works closely with the psychiatric team to help clients integrate psychotherapy with medication management to support healing and long-term success in treatment.
Melissa has a warm, direct, and collaborative therapeutic style that helps clients feel comfortable exploring difficult emotions and life experiences. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based treatment approaches, she helps clients better understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and relationships while developing practical skills for emotional regulation, communication, and healthier coping strategies. She has extensive experience conducting clinical assessments and helping clients understand the underlying patterns contributing to their symptoms and life challenges. She has experience working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and stress-related concerns, and relationship difficulties, as well as supporting clients through life transitions, work-related stress, and challenges related to self-esteem.
Prior to joining Mindful Behavioral Health, Melissa worked in a variety of clinical settings providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. She previously served as a Clinical Director, where she mentored and supervised therapists while supporting the development of high-quality clinical care. She has extensive experience helping clients navigate complex emotional and relational challenges and is committed to helping individuals develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence as they work toward meaningful change.
Melissa earned her Masters degree in Psychology and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the states of Florida and Colorado. She is also a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst and has over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She remains committed to ongoing professional development and providing thoughtful, evidence-based care.
Outside of work, Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband and children. She is also a published author and enjoys walking in nature, traveling, and sharing good meals with family and friends.
Michael Leboe, LCSW
About Michael Leboe, LCSW
Michael graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s in Arts. He later completed a Master of Social Work from Barry University.
Michael Leboe joined Mindful Behavioral Health (MBH) in January of 2014 as the clinic’s first Psychotherapist. Michael has been with MBH for 4 years & provides psychotherapy for many of the patients who are receiving medication management from any of the psychiatrist’s in our clinic.
Prior to joining MBH, Michael served as a Commissioned Officer of the United States Public Health Service for 11 years as well as providing direct patient care at psychiatric crisis units across Broward County.
While Michael was on active duty, he served in a variety of clinical mental health positions and assignments, where he provided direct mental health care & services as well as fulfilling multiple administrative assignments to work on national public health problems. Part of being a Commissioned Officer required Michael to be part of the Federal Emergency Response Team that deployed officers to Nationally Declared Public Health Emergencies. Teams were deployed to various response zones where Michael provided crisis clinical mental health counseling directly in the field of where the disaster took place; helping identify patients who needed urgent mental health care as well as obtaining basic daily living items such as food, water, & shelter.
On active duty, Michael reports that there are two specific achievements that stand out as life long memories of his career in the service. The first accomplishment was when Michael received personnel orders that he was selected to serve in the Office of the Surgeon General. Michael was selected to serve as a Program Officer, where he was charged to implement the Office of the Civilian Medical Reserve Corps response efforts to participate in national declared Federal disaster areas, and be part of the rapid deployment teams. At the same time, Michael was an Aide de Camp to the Surgeon General on a variety of occasions. Michael shares that he has fond memories of spending time with the Surgeon General of the United States talking about national public health problems that are affecting our county. At this point in his career he worked with many Admirals across the U.S. Public Health Service as well as various Generals and Admirals from the U.S. Army, Navy, and Airforce. Michael states this was exposed to politics at the highest level he ever partook, but realized his heart and soul remains working directly with the patients who need mental health therapy.
After separating from the uniformed services, Michael decided to move back home to be with his family in Fort Lauderdale. He met Dr. Chicowicz at Delray Medical Center & the partnership to provide mental health treatment at MBH began shortly thereafter.
Michael’s primary responsibilities at MBH is to provide individual & family therapy. He does assist some of the psychiatrists in seeing patients initially to complete their initial psychiatric assessment to assist in offering all services that MBH has as well as discuss alternative treatment options.
Outside of work, you can always find Michael spending time with his two puppies, which he says is the “joy of his life.” Michael adopted an American BullDog, Luckas, and a Pit-Bull, Sierra. Michael says you can always find the 3 out in his backyard chasing tennis balls, lizards, and running around with palm leaves.
Michael earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida in December of 1995, and earned his Master’s of Social Work degree from Barry University in May 2002. He is currently licensed as a Clinical Social Worker with the state of Florida.
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