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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Houston, TX

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who hold a master's or doctoral degree and board certification (PMHNP-BC). They can independently diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe psychiatric medications, provide therapy, and manage ongoing psychiatric care — often with shorter wait times and greater telehealth availability than psychiatrists.

Serving Houston and Sugar Land, Katy, The Woodlands — in-person and telehealth available.

Quick Facts

Credential
PMHNP-BC
Avg. Cost
$150–$300 per initial evaluation; $80–$180 per follow-up
Location
Houston, Harris County
Service
Telehealth
Accepting
New Patients ✓

Services

What a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Houston Does

Diagnose mental health and substance use disorders
Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
Provide psychiatric evaluations and follow-ups
Deliver supportive therapy and psychoeducation
Order and interpret diagnostic labs
Specialize in telehealth psychiatric care
Coordinate care with therapists and physicians

Conditions Treated

What Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners in Houston Treat

depressionanxietyADHDbipolar disorderPTSDOCDinsomniamood disordersstress

About Houston

Mental Health in Houston

America's most diverse city. Energy sector, healthcare, petrochemical industry. Hurricane PTSD prevalent.

energy sector professionalsdiverse immigrant populationhurricane trauma survivorsmedical workers

Common Questions

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners in Houston — FAQ

How do I find a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houston, TX?

You can book a psychiatric nurse practitioner at Lyte Psychiatry serving Houston and Harris County — same-week appointments available via telehealth or in-person in the Dallas area. Call 469-733-0848 or book online.

What does a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houston cost?

A psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houston typically costs $150–$300 per initial evaluation; $80–$180 per follow-up. Lyte Psychiatry accepts most major insurance plans including Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Ambetter, and United Healthcare, which significantly reduces out-of-pocket costs.

Are there psychiatric nurse practitioners in Houston accepting new patients?

Yes — Lyte Psychiatry's psychiatric nurse practitioners are currently accepting new patients in Houston and throughout Texas. Same-week appointments are often available. Book online or call 469-733-0848.

Can I see a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houston via telehealth?

Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers telehealth psychiatric nurse practitioner services to patients anywhere in Texas, including Houston. Telehealth visits are covered by most insurance plans and require only a phone or computer.

What conditions do psychiatric nurse practitioners in Houston treat?

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners in Houston commonly treat: depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, mood disorders, stress. An advanced practice nurse specializing in mental health who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and provide psychiatric care.

Find a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Accepting Your Insurance in Houston

Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with most major plans in Houston. Select your insurer below.

Texas has a shortage of over 4,500 mental health providers — ranking 49th in the nation for mental health care access. NAMI Texas — telehealth expands in-network access across all of Texas. See the cost of psychiatric nurse practitioner visits or learn about insurance parity law (MHPAEA).

Book a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Houston Today

Same-week appointments available. Telehealth statewide or in-person at our Pantego, TX office.

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