Psychiatrist in Nacogdoches, 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 Nacogdoches and Nacogdoches County, with most appointments available within the week. 'Oldest Town in Texas' and home to Stephen F. Austin State University.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Nacogdoches, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches, TX
Nacogdoches is home to a mix of college students, academics, and families, all served by Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth psychiatry program. 'Oldest Town in Texas' and home to Stephen F. Austin State University. Patients throughout Nacogdoches County and the East TX 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 Nacogdoches
26%
of Nacogdoches adults have been told they have depression
22.7%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
25,683
adults live in Nacogdoches (Nacogdoches County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Nacogdoches, TX.
| Metric | Nacogdoches | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 26% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 22.7% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Nacogdoches; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Nacogdoches's diagnosed-depression rate (26%) runs 6.3 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 5th highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Nacogdoches is the oldest town in Texas and an SFA college town wrapped in pine forest, a combination that produces two very different patient streams: students far from home hitting their first depressive episode, and deep East Texas families for whom the nearest psychiatrist has always been a county or two away. Both land in the same thin local supply.
Insurance we see from Nacogdoches: Students on family PPOs from across Texas; locals on BlueCross, Ambetter, Superior, and Medicare.
Getting seen: Telehealth between classes or after the mill shift. Care persists through summer break wherever students scatter.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Nacogdoches County is Burke Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Nacogdoches
Our Nacogdoches patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Nacogdoches?
Most new Nacogdoches 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. SFA students and mill-shift workers both book here in the oldest town in Texas.
Complete your intake
Share your parents' plan, SFA student coverage, or a local Ambetter or BlueCross plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video between classes or after the mill shift; care persists through summer break wherever students scatter.
Also Serving Areas Near Nacogdoches
In addition to Nacogdoches (Nacogdoches County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Lufkin, Center, Jacksonville — 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 Nacogdoches?
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 Nacogdoches with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches
Lyte Psychiatry accepts all major insurance plans for every condition we treat. Select your insurance and condition to verify coverage for Nacogdoches 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 — Nacogdoches
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Nacogdoches, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry serves Nacogdoches and the surrounding East TX area via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Most patients are seen within the week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Nacogdoches patients?
Lyte Psychiatry treats Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Stress & Burnout, and other conditions for Nacogdoches patients via telehealth, with medication management and follow-up care included.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Nacogdoches, TX?
We accept Ambetter, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Magellan Health. Self-pay options are also available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Nacogdoches?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Nacogdoches residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Nacogdoches, TX
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