Bhaskar N. Raju
A vision built on compassion
Dr. Bhaskar N. Raju is the visionary founder and CEO of OPA Behavioral Health. A board-certified psychiatrist with decades of clinical experience, Dr. Raju established OPA in 2005 with the mission of providing uncompromised, compassionate psychiatric care to individuals and families across Florida.
Under his leadership, OPA has grown from a single Orlando office to a comprehensive behavioral health organization with over 100 employees serving patients at 12 locations statewide. What began as Orlando Psychiatric Associates has become one of Florida's most trusted names in mental health care, offering a full spectrum of services from psychiatric evaluations and medication management to innovative treatments like TMS therapy.
Dr. Raju's commitment to integrating evidence-based treatments with genuine compassion has set the standard for care at OPA. He ensures every patient receives personalized attention in a professional, supportive environment. His philosophy centers on the belief that comprehensive care is most effective when partnered with genuine compassion — a principle that guides every member of the OPA team.
His dedication to advancing mental health care has earned recognition throughout the medical community, and his ability to connect with Florida's diverse patient population on a deeper, more personal level has made him a trusted figure in psychiatric care.
Areas of specialization
Dr. Raju brings decades of expertise across a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
Building a legacy of care
Founded OPA in 2005
Established OPA Behavioral Health with a mission of uncompromised caring, growing it from a single practice into a statewide organization.
12 Locations Statewide
Under Dr. Raju's direction, OPA expanded to serve communities across Florida, bringing quality psychiatric care closer to those who need it.
100+ Employees
Built a multidisciplinary organization of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, counselors, and support staff dedicated to patient-centered care.
Credentials & achievements
Dr. Raju completed his medical degree and board certification in Psychiatry, followed by fellowship training in advanced psychiatric care. He is recognized as a leader in Florida's behavioral health community and continues to shape the future of psychiatric medicine through his dedication to innovation, patient advocacy, and clinical excellence.