When you need psychiatric care urgently, waiting weeks or months for an appointment is not an option. At Empathy Health Clinic, we understand the importance of timely access to mental health services and offer same-week appointments for Orlando residents seeking psychiatric care.
When Do You Need Urgent Psychiatric Care?
Urgent psychiatric care may be needed when you experience:
- Worsening anxiety or panic attacks
- Severe depression symptoms
- Medication running out or needing adjustment
- New or concerning mental health symptoms
- Crisis symptoms (but not life-threatening emergencies)
- Need to start treatment quickly
Important: For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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While truly same-day psychiatric appointments are rare in any practice, Empathy Health Clinic prioritizes rapid access to care:
Our Availability Promise
- Most new patients seen within 3-5 business days
- Urgent cases prioritized for earliest availability
- Telehealth often available sooner than in-person
- Medication refill emergencies handled promptly
How to Get the Fastest Appointment
1. Call directly at 386-848-8751 2. Explain your urgent need 3. Ask about telehealth availability 4. Have insurance information ready
Conditions We Treat Urgently
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Schedule Your AppointmentOur Orlando psychiatrists provide same-week care for:
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety treatment for panic attacks, GAD, social anxiety, and phobias. Medication can provide relief within days.
Depression
Urgent evaluation and treatment for worsening depression, including medication options and safety planning.
ADHD
ADHD evaluation and treatment for adults and adolescents needing diagnosis or medication management.
Bipolar Disorder
Mood stabilization and medication management for bipolar episodes.
Medication Management
Urgent medication refills, adjustments, and side effect management.
Telehealth for Faster Access
Our telepsychiatry Orlando service often has more availability than in-person appointments:
- See a psychiatrist from home
- Often available within 1-3 days
- Same quality of care as in-person
- Most insurance accepted
Insurance Coverage for Urgent Care
Most major insurance plans cover psychiatric care, including urgent appointments:
- Cigna psychiatrist Orlando
- BCBS psychiatrist Orlando
- Aetna psychiatrist Orlando
- United Healthcare psychiatrist Orlando
- UMR psychiatrist Orlando
We verify your benefits before your appointment so there are no surprises.
What to Expect at Your Urgent Appointment
Before Your Visit
- Complete intake forms online (sent after scheduling)
- Gather current medication list
- Note recent symptom changes
During Your Appointment
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation (45-60 minutes)
- Thorough symptom assessment
- Review of medical and mental health history
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Medication discussion and prescribing if needed
After Your Appointment
- Prescriptions sent electronically to your pharmacy
- Follow-up scheduled based on your needs
- Access to care team for urgent questions
Tips for Getting Seen Quickly
Be Flexible
- Accept first available appointment
- Consider telehealth if faster
- Be ready to come in on short notice
Communicate Urgency
- Explain your symptoms clearly
- Describe why timing matters
- Share any safety concerns
Prepare in Advance
- Have insurance card ready
- Know your pharmacy
- List current medications
Why Choose Empathy Health Clinic?
Board-Certified Psychiatrists
All our psychiatrists are board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with years of experience in urgent mental health care.
Same-Week Appointments
We prioritize access. Most patients are seen within 3-5 business days, often sooner for urgent needs.
Comprehensive Care
Beyond urgent appointments, we provide ongoing psychiatric care in Orlando for long-term wellness.
Telehealth and In-Person Options
Choose the format that works for your schedule and needs.
Schedule Your Appointment
Dont wait weeks or months for mental health care. Contact Empathy Health Clinic today:
- Phone: 386-848-8751
- Online: Request an appointment
- Location: 2281 Lee Rd Suite 102, Winter Park, FL 32810
Most insurance accepted. Same-week appointments available.