Lawrence Adu, M.D., FAPA, FASAM.

Board Certified American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Adult Psychiatry)

Board Certified American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Forensic Psychiatry).

Board Certified American Board of Preventive Medicine (Addiction Medicine).

At Gainesville Psychiatry and Forensic Services, LLC (Cedar Healthcare), we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care with integrity, compassion, and clinical excellence. Our mission is to improve the mental well-being of our patients by providing comprehensive, individualized treatment plans that are grounded in current best practices and tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Founded and led by Dr. Lawrence Adu, a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in both general and forensic psychiatry, our practice serves a wide range of patients across the lifespan—from adolescents to adults and older adults. Dr. Adu brings a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health, along with a calm, respectful presence that makes patients feel heard, understood, and supported. His dual focus in clinical and forensic psychiatry also allows us to offer expert evaluations for legal matters, including competency assessments, risk evaluations, and psychiatric testimony.

We believe mental health is an essential part of overall wellness and that seeking support is a powerful step toward healing. Our approach integrates medication management, evidence-based psychotherapy, and patient education, empowering individuals to take an active role in their recovery journey. We work closely with primary care providers, therapists, legal professionals, and families to ensure that care is collaborative, coordinated, and holistic.

At Gainesville Psychiatry and Forensic Services, we don’t just treat symptoms—we take time to understand the full person. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Addiction Treatment, Workers Compensation Cases or are involved in the legal system and in need of specialized psychiatric evaluation, we provide a safe and confidential space where you can receive expert guidance and support without judgment.

Our team is honored to be a trusted resource in the Gainesville community and beyond. We are passionate about advancing mental health care and committed to fostering resilience, hope, and meaningful change in every life we touch.