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Psychiatrist in Houston, TX

Psychiatrists are licensed physicians (MD or DO) who specialize in mental health. They can diagnose complex psychiatric conditions, prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, order lab work, and coordinate care with therapists and primary care providers. Many specialize in specific populations — child & adolescent, geriatric, addiction, or forensic psychiatry.

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

Quick Facts

Credential
MD / DO
Avg. Cost
$200–$400 per initial evaluation; $100–$200 per follow-up
Location
Houston, Harris County
Service
Telehealth
Accepting
New Patients ✓

Services

What a Psychiatrist in Houston Does

Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
Diagnose mental health and substance use disorders
Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
Provide medication management follow-ups
Order and interpret diagnostic labs
Coordinate care with therapists and PCPs
Perform ECT and other procedures (some psychiatrists)

Conditions Treated

What Psychiatrists in Houston Treat

depressionanxietybipolar disorderADHDPTSDOCDschizophreniamood disorderssleep disorders

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

Psychiatrists in Houston — FAQ

How do I find a psychiatrist in Houston, TX?

You can book a psychiatrist 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 psychiatrist in Houston cost?

A psychiatrist in Houston typically costs $200–$400 per initial evaluation; $100–$200 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 psychiatrists in Houston accepting new patients?

Yes — Lyte Psychiatry's psychiatrists 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 psychiatrist in Houston via telehealth?

Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers telehealth psychiatrist 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 psychiatrists in Houston treat?

Psychiatrists in Houston commonly treat: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, schizophrenia, mood disorders, sleep disorders. A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions, prescribes medication, and provides psychiatric evaluations.

Find a Psychiatrist 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 psychiatrist visits or learn about insurance parity law (MHPAEA).

Book a Psychiatrist in Houston Today

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

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