Psychiatrist in Tyler, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry serves Tyler and East Texas with board-certified psychiatric care via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Same-week appointments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and medication management.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Tyler, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Tyler 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 Tyler, TX
Tyler is the largest city in East Texas and a regional healthcare hub, but psychiatric specialist access remains limited relative to the area's population. Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth platform brings board-certified psychiatric care to Tyler, Longview, Nacogdoches, and surrounding East Texas communities.
What the Numbers Say About Tyler
23.1%
of Tyler adults have been told they have depression
18.2%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
82,341
adults live in Tyler (Smith County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Tyler, TX.
| Metric | Tyler | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 23.1% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 18.2% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Tyler; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Tyler's diagnosed-depression rate (23.1%) runs 3.4 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 52nd highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Tyler is East Texas's medical capital for everything except psychiatry, where the pine-country counties around it are some of the most underserved in the state. Half our Tyler patients are actually from the towns around it - Lindale, Whitehouse, Chandler - using Tyler as their address of convenience.
Insurance we see from Tyler: BlueCross and UT Health-affiliated plans lead, with heavy Ambetter and Superior share across rural Smith County.
Getting seen: Telehealth. If your county has no psychiatrist - and around Tyler, several do not - the appointment comes to you. Same-week starts.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Smith County is The Andrews Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Tyler
Our Tyler patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Tyler?
Most new Tyler 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. Many Tyler-area patients come from surrounding towns like Lindale, Whitehouse, and Chandler.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross, UT Health-affiliated, Ambetter, or Superior plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video; if your Smith County-area town has no psychiatrist, the appointment comes to you.
Also Serving Areas Near Tyler
In addition to Tyler (Smith County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Longview, Nacogdoches, Jacksonville, Palestine, Lufkin, Marshall — 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 Tyler?
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 Tyler with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Tyler 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 Tyler
Lyte Psychiatry accepts all major insurance plans for every condition we treat. Select your insurance and condition to verify coverage for Tyler 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 — Tyler
Does Lyte Psychiatry serve Tyler, TX?
Yes. We provide telehealth psychiatric care to Tyler and all of Smith County, as well as surrounding East Texas communities including Longview and Nacogdoches.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Tyler?
We accept Ambetter, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Magellan Health.
Public Mental Health Resources
Free & Low-Cost Resources in Tyler
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Tyler residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Tyler, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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