Psychiatrist in Denison, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry provides telehealth psychiatry and medication management to patients throughout Denison and Grayson County, with most appointments available within the week. Birthplace of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Lake Texoma tourism. Grayson College community.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Denison, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Denison patients by secure telehealth across Texas, 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 Denison, TX
Denison is home to a mix of longtime residents, Lake Texoma recreation community, Grayson College students, and working-class families, all served by Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth psychiatry program. Birthplace of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Lake Texoma tourism. Grayson College community. Patients throughout Grayson County and the North Texas can schedule a HIPAA-compliant video appointment, usually within the week, for an initial evaluation or ongoing medication management, and we work with most major insurance plans accepted in TX.
What the Numbers Say About Denison
25.1%
of Denison adults have been told they have depression
18.9%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
18,849
adults live in Denison (Grayson County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Denison, TX.
| Metric | Denison | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 25.1% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 18.9% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Denison; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Denison's diagnosed-depression rate (25.1%) runs 5.4 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 8th highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Denison is Sherman's older railroad twin on the edge of Lake Texoma, part lake town, part commuter town, part hometown that people come back to. Retirees on the lake and young families priced up from the Metroplex share a county whose psychiatric bench never grew with them.
Insurance we see from Denison: Medicare is bigger here than in Sherman, alongside BlueCross and Ambetter.
Getting seen: Telehealth across Grayson County. Unhurried onboarding for patients who did not grow up on video calls.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Grayson County is Texoma Community Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Denison
Our Denison patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Denison?
Most new Denison 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. Lake retirees and young families priced up from the Metroplex both book here.
Complete your intake
Share your Medicare, BlueCross, or Ambetter plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video across Grayson County, with unhurried onboarding for patients new to video calls.
Also Serving Areas Near Denison
In addition to Denison (Grayson County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Sherman, Durant (OK), Pottsboro, Gainesville — and anywhere else in Texas 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 Denison?
You are matched with a specific, named clinician — not a rotating pool. Every provider you see is licensed to treat patients in Texas, 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 Denison with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Denison 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 Denison
Lyte Psychiatry accepts all major insurance plans for every condition we treat. Select your insurance and condition to verify coverage for Denison 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 — Denison
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Denison, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments to Denison residents, with most patients seen within the same week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Denison patients?
For Denison residents, Lyte Psychiatry provides evaluation and treatment for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Stress & Burnout, along with ongoing medication management.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Denison, TX?
Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Ambetter, Aetna, Humana, and Magellan Health, with self-pay options available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Denison?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Denison patients are served via telehealth, with most appointments available within the week. Call 469-733-0848 to ask about in-person options.
Public Mental Health Resources
Free & Low-Cost Resources in Denison
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Denison residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Denison, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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