Psychiatrist in Albuquerque, NM, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry serves Albuquerque and the greater Bernalillo County area via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Our board-certified psychiatrists and nurse practitioners are licensed in New Mexico and available to Albuquerque residents, including those in Rio Rancho, Corrales, and the East Mountains, without long wait times.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Albuquerque patients by secure telehealth across New Mexico, usually within one to two business days. We are in-network with BlueCross, UnitedHealthcare, Ambetter, Cigna, Aetna, and Humana, so most insured patients pay a $0 to $30 copay. Self-pay, HSA, and FSA are also accepted.
Mental Health Care in Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque faces one of the highest rates of behavioral health need in the Southwest, yet provider supply consistently lags demand. High rates of depression, PTSD, and substance use, combined with a large uninsured or underinsured population, make accessible psychiatric care a critical community need. Telehealth means Albuquerque patients skip the waitlist and typically get seen within a week.
What the Numbers Say About Albuquerque
25.1%
of Albuquerque adults have been told they have depression
16.2%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
445,565
adults live in Albuquerque (Bernalillo County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Albuquerque, TX.
| Metric | Albuquerque | New Mexico | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 25.1% | 23% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 16.2% | 16% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Albuquerque; CDC BRFSS 2023 for New Mexico and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Albuquerque's diagnosed-depression rate (25.1%) runs 2.1 points above the New Mexico adult average of 23%, 1st highest of the 7 New Mexico cities we serve.
New Mexico has one of the worst psychiatric shortages in the nation, and Albuquerque carries most of the state's caseload anyway. Our providers hold New Mexico licenses - this is not a Texas practice waving at the border. ABQ patients tell us the alternative was a four-month wait or the ER, and neither is care.
Insurance we see from Albuquerque: BlueCross of New Mexico and Presbyterian-adjacent employer plans lead; we verify NM marketplace plans individually before the first visit.
Getting seen: Telehealth statewide in New Mexico, Mountain time scheduling, prescriptions to your local Walgreens or Smith's. Typically seen within the week.
Conditions We Treat in Albuquerque
Our Albuquerque patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Albuquerque?
Most new Albuquerque patients get a first appointment within one to two business days. Here is how to get started.
Book online or call us
Book online or call 469-733-0848. Our providers hold New Mexico licenses, so Albuquerque care is not a Texas practice waving at the border.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross of New Mexico or NM marketplace plan; we verify each individually before the first visit.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video on Mountain time, with prescriptions to your local Walgreens or Smith's, usually within the week.
Also Serving Areas Near Albuquerque
In addition to Albuquerque (Bernalillo County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo, Bosque Farms, Los Lunas, Placitas — and anywhere else in New Mexico via telehealth.
What to Expect at Lyte Psychiatry
Your first appointment is a full psychiatric evaluation — not a quick intake. Your provider spends 50–60 minutes reviewing your history, current symptoms, medications, and goals. By the end of the visit, you leave with a diagnosis, a specific treatment plan, and if medication is appropriate, a prescription sent to your local pharmacy the same day.
Follow-up visits are typically 20–30 minutes. They focus on how you're responding to treatment, any medication adjustments, and next steps. Most patients are seen monthly at the start of treatment, then less frequently once things are stable.
We work with a lot of patients who've had poor experiences with psychiatry before — rushed appointments, billing surprises, providers who never remember their history. At Lyte, we verify your insurance before your first visit, keep appointment slots open for urgent needs, and check in with you after every medication change — not just at your next scheduled follow-up — so you are never left adjusting on your own.
Who will I actually see in Albuquerque?
You are matched with a specific, named clinician — not a rotating pool. Every provider you see is licensed to treat patients in New Mexico, where Lyte Psychiatry offers care.
Dr. Akinwande Akintola, MD
Supervisory Psychiatrist & Medical Director
Adult & Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
Toyin Awe, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Adult Psychiatry & Medication Management
Victoria Gonzalez, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Psychotherapy & Counseling
NaTascha Jones, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Psychotherapy & Counseling
Prishina Jimenez, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Psychotherapy & Counseling
How much does a psychiatrist cost in Albuquerque with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Albuquerque patients pay a $0 to $30 copay per visit. We verify your specific benefits before your first appointment so the cost is clear up front.
| Coverage | What you pay |
|---|---|
| Major insurers (BlueCross, UnitedHealthcare, Ambetter, Cigna, Aetna, Humana) | $0–$30 copay per visit, in-network |
| Tricare / Medicare | Covered; your exact share is confirmed before you book |
| Self-pay | A flat rate shown upfront, with no surprise bills |
Insurance Coverage by Condition in Albuquerque
Lyte Psychiatry accepts all major insurance plans for every condition we treat. Select your insurance and condition to verify coverage for Albuquerque patients.
| Condition | Ambetter | BCBS | Cigna | UHC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depression | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| Anxiety | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| ADHD | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| PTSD | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| Bipolar Disorder | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| OCD | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| Postpartum Depression | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
| Stress & Burnout | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered | ✓ Covered |
Frequently Asked Questions — Albuquerque
Does Lyte Psychiatry serve Albuquerque, NM?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry provides HIPAA-compliant telehealth psychiatric care to Albuquerque and all of Bernalillo County. Our providers are licensed in New Mexico and most patients are seen within the week.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Albuquerque?
We accept BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, New Mexico Ambetter, and Magellan Health for Albuquerque patients. Self-pay and HSA/FSA options are also available.
How do I book a telehealth psychiatry appointment in Albuquerque?
Book online at lytepsych.com or call 469-733-0848. Most Albuquerque patients are matched with a provider and scheduled within the same week.
What mental health conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat in Albuquerque?
We treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, sleep disorders, social anxiety, medication management, and more, for adults and teens.
Public Mental Health Resources
Free & Low-Cost Resources in Albuquerque
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Albuquerque residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Albuquerque, NM
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