Psychiatrist in Laredo, TX, Bilingual Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry serves Laredo and Webb County with board-certified psychiatric care via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Spanish-speaking and bilingual providers available for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and medication management. Same-week appointments, no commute required.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Laredo, TX?
Yes. Eligible patients located in Laredo can meet with a Lyte provider by secure video. Appointment times depend on current availability. Lyte participates with select insurance plans, and our team checks eligibility, network status and estimated patient responsibility before care.
Choose your care
Therapy and psychiatry for Laredo
Lyte patients in Laredo can start with therapy, psychiatric care or both. Licensed therapists provide counseling and evidence-based therapy, while psychiatric providers evaluate symptoms and manage medication when it is appropriate. When you use both services at Lyte, your clinicians can coordinate the plan through one practice.
Mental Health Care in Laredo, TX
Laredo is one of the largest U.S.-Mexico border cities and among the most underserved for mental health care in Texas. With over 95% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino, access to culturally competent, Spanish-speaking psychiatric providers is a critical need. Lyte Psychiatry offers bilingual care that respects the border region's unique cultural context.
What the Numbers Say About Laredo
19.3%
of Laredo adults have been told they have depression
17.3%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
178,344
adults live in Laredo (Webb County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Laredo, TX.
| Metric | Laredo | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 19.3% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 17.3% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Laredo; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Laredo's diagnosed-depression rate (19.3%) tracks the Texas adult average of 19.7% almost exactly.
Laredo is the largest inland port in America and one of the most Spanish-speaking big cities in the country, and its psychiatric shortage is among the worst in Texas - Webb County has a fraction of the providers its size demands. Care that only works in English, or only works with a referral letter and a six-week wait, does not work here.
Insurance we see from Laredo: Aetna and Humana carry a share of Laredo; we also see BlueCross from trade and logistics employers along the 35 corridor, plus Oscar marketplace plans.
Getting seen: Telehealth to all of Webb County, evenings included. Book online or call - a person answers, in English or Spanish.
Atendemos a Laredo en espanol por video. Aceptamos Aetna, Humana y otros seguros comerciales, y verificamos su cobertura antes de la primera cita.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Webb County is Border Region Behavioral Health Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Local facts and sources
Psychiatric care information for Laredo
Laredo is number 11 in Lyte's 100-city Texas content program. This page combines Lyte's local service information with public health data, nearby-city navigation and condition-specific care guides. Sources are linked so patients, search engines and answer systems can verify the local facts.
Explore care available in Laredo
Conditions We Treat in Laredo
Our Laredo patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Laredo?
Most new Laredo 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 and a person answers, in English or Spanish.
Complete your intake
Share your Aetna, Humana, Oscar, or BlueCross plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video across Webb County, evenings included, with no six-week wait or referral letter required.
Also Serving Areas Near Laredo
In addition to Laredo (Webb County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Nuevo Laredo, El Cenizo, Zapata, Eagle Pass, Del Rio — and anywhere else in Texas via telehealth.
What to Expect at Lyte Psychiatry
Your first visit usually lasts 50 to 60 minutes. Your provider will ask about your symptoms, medical history, current medications and what you want help with. You will discuss possible diagnoses and treatment options together. If medication is appropriate, your provider can send the prescription to your pharmacy.
Follow-up appointments are usually shorter, often 20 to 30 minutes. These visits give you and your provider time to review side effects, discuss what has improved and decide whether your treatment needs to change.
Before your first appointment, our team checks your insurance benefits and explains the expected cost. You will continue seeing a consistent care team, and you can contact the practice if a medication concern comes up between scheduled visits.
Who will I actually see in Laredo?
You are matched with a named clinician and a consistent care team. Every provider is licensed in Texas when treating patients located in that state.
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 Laredo with insurance?
Cost depends on your plan, deductible, clinician and service. Our team verifies eligibility and benefits before care and explains the estimated patient responsibility available from the insurer.
| Coverage | What you pay |
|---|---|
| Participating commercial plans | Your copay, deductible and coverage depend on the member plan |
| Tricare / Medicare | Eligibility and patient responsibility are confirmed before care |
| Self-pay | The current rate is shown before you schedule |
Insurance Coverage by Condition in Laredo
Lyte Psychiatry participates with several major insurance networks. Coverage and cost-sharing vary by plan, service, diagnosis, and provider, so benefits must be verified for each Laredo patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Laredo
Does Lyte Psychiatry serve Laredo, TX?
Yes. We provide HIPAA-compliant telehealth psychiatric care to Laredo and all of Webb County. Board-certified providers available for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and medication management. Most patients are seen within the week.
Does Lyte Psychiatry have Spanish-speaking providers for Laredo patients?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers bilingual, Spanish-speaking psychiatric care for Laredo and the broader border region. We understand the cultural and linguistic needs of South Texas communities.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Laredo?
We accept BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar. Most Laredo patients pay $0–$30 per visit.
Public Mental Health Resources
Free & Low-Cost Resources in Laredo
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Laredo residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Laredo, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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