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Psychiatrist in San Antonio, 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 San Antonio and Converse, Universal City, Schertz — in-person and telehealth available.

Quick Facts

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

Services

What a Psychiatrist in San Antonio 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 San Antonio Treat

depressionanxietybipolar disorderADHDPTSDOCDschizophreniamood disorderssleep disorders

About San Antonio

Mental Health in San Antonio

Joint Base San Antonio — largest military installation in US. High veteran PTSD rates. Large Hispanic community.

military veteransactive duty militaryHispanic familiesservice industry workersmedical workers

Common Questions

Psychiatrists in San Antonio — FAQ

How do I find a psychiatrist in San Antonio, TX?

You can book a psychiatrist at Lyte Psychiatry serving San Antonio and Bexar 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 San Antonio cost?

A psychiatrist in San Antonio 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 San Antonio accepting new patients?

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

Can I see a psychiatrist in San Antonio via telehealth?

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

What conditions do psychiatrists in San Antonio treat?

Psychiatrists in San Antonio 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 San Antonio

Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with most major plans in San Antonio. 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 San Antonio Today

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

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