Board-Certified Virtual Psychiatric Care — Anywhere in Florida
Telepsychiatry Florida
See a psychiatrist from the privacy of your home. Full psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing care via secure video. Same quality as in-person — without the commute. Available statewide.
Most major insurance accepted • Self-pay options available
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What Is Telepsychiatry?
Virtual Psychiatric Care — Anywhere in Florida
See a board-certified psychiatrist from the privacy of your home, office, or anywhere you have a secure internet connection. Same-week availability for new patients statewide.
If this is a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately.
Telepsychiatry is the delivery of psychiatric care through secure video — the same thorough evaluations, diagnoses, and medication management you'd receive in person, without the commute. Research consistently shows that telepsychiatry is equally effective as in-person psychiatric care for the vast majority of mental health conditions.
At Empathy Health Clinic, our board-certified psychiatrists are fully licensed to practice in Florida and provide telepsychiatry to patients anywhere in the state. Whether you're in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee, or any community across Florida — you have access to the same quality psychiatric care.
Our psychiatrists can prescribe all appropriate medications via telepsychiatry, including controlled substances when clinically indicated. Prescriptions are sent electronically to your local pharmacy the same day as your appointment.
Telepsychiatry is not a watered-down version of psychiatric care — it is psychiatric care. The only difference is that your psychiatrist appears on a screen rather than across a desk. The evaluation is the same. The diagnosis is the same. The treatment plan is the same.
Available Statewide
See a psychiatrist from anywhere in Florida — no geographic barriers to care
Board-Certified Psychiatrists
All providers are Florida-licensed and board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Same-Week Appointments
New patient appointments typically available within days, not months
HIPAA-Compliant Platform
Secure, encrypted video — no special software needed, just a device with a camera
Same-Day Prescriptions
Medications sent electronically to your local pharmacy the same day as your appointment
Insurance Accepted
Most major insurance plans cover telepsychiatry at the same rate as in-person visits
What Your Telepsychiatry Care Includes
The same comprehensive psychiatric care you'd receive in person — delivered via secure video
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation
Your first telepsychiatry appointment is a full psychiatric evaluation — typically 45–60 minutes. Your psychiatrist reviews your history, symptoms, previous treatments, medications, and goals. This is the same evaluation you would receive in person. By the end of your first session, you'll have a working diagnosis and treatment plan.
Medication Management
If medication is part of your treatment plan, your psychiatrist prescribes electronically and sends it to your local pharmacy the same day. Follow-up appointments monitor effectiveness, adjust dosing, and manage any side effects. We can prescribe SSRIs, SNRIs, mood stabilizers, non-stimulant ADHD medications, and controlled substances when clinically appropriate.
Ongoing Follow-Up Care
Psychiatric treatment is not a single appointment. Follow-up sessions — typically 15–30 minutes — are scheduled at intervals your psychiatrist determines based on your needs. Early in treatment, follow-ups may be every 2–4 weeks. Once stable, monthly or quarterly. All via the same secure video platform.
Therapy Coordination
While we provide psychiatric (medication-focused) care, many conditions benefit from combined medication and therapy. We coordinate with your therapist — whether they're in your local community or also providing telehealth — to ensure your care team is aligned.
Crisis Support & Safety Planning
Our psychiatrists develop safety plans when appropriate and provide crisis resources. While telepsychiatry is not a substitute for emergency psychiatric services, your treatment relationship includes continuity of care and access to your provider between scheduled appointments when clinically warranted.
Records & Documentation
All telepsychiatry visits are documented in your medical record with the same detail as in-person visits. If you need records transferred to another provider, referral letters, or documentation for disability or accommodations, we handle that the same way as any in-person practice.
Insurance & Payment Options
We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options
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Most major insurance plans cover telepsychiatry at the same copay as in-person visits. We verify your benefits before your first appointment. Self-pay options available. Note: We do not accept Medicaid or Sunshine Health.
Why Choose Empathy Health Clinic
Licensed Professionals
Board-certified psychiatrists and licensed therapists
HIPAA Compliant
Your privacy and confidentiality are protected
Insurance Accepted
We accept most major insurance plans
Same-Week Appointments
Fast access to care when you need it most
How Telepsychiatry Works
Request an Appointment
Call (386) 848-8751 or submit a request online. We'll verify your insurance and schedule your first session — usually within the same week.
Join Your Video Session
Click the secure link we send you before your appointment. No app downloads needed — works in your browser on any device with a camera.
Meet Your Psychiatrist
Your first session is a comprehensive evaluation. Your psychiatrist asks about your history, symptoms, and goals, then provides a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Start Treatment
Prescriptions are sent to your pharmacy the same day. Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed.
Conditions We Treat via Telepsychiatry
Our telepsychiatrists treat the full range of outpatient psychiatric conditions. Each linked page has detailed information about our approach to that condition.
Telepsychiatry vs. In-Person: What's the Same, What's Different
| Aspect | Telepsychiatry | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation thoroughness | Same | Same |
| Diagnosis accuracy | Same | Same |
| Medication prescribing | Full prescribing authority | Full prescribing authority |
| Controlled substances | Yes (when indicated) | Yes (when indicated) |
| Treatment outcomes | Equivalent (per APA) | Equivalent (per APA) |
| Travel required | None | Yes |
| Geographic availability | All of Florida | Winter Park area |
| Physical exam | Not available | Available |
| Lab work coordination | Local lab referral | In-office or local lab |
Who Is Telepsychiatry Best For?
Rural Florida residents
Limited local mental health providers should not mean limited care. Telepsychiatry connects you to board-certified psychiatrists regardless of where you live.
Busy professionals
No commute, no waiting room, no time away from work. Appointments fit into your schedule — including early morning and lunch-hour slots.
Parents & caregivers
Attend your appointment during naptime, school hours, or after bedtime — without arranging childcare or leaving the house.
People with mobility issues
Physical disability, chronic pain, or limited transportation should not be barriers to psychiatric care.
People with social anxiety
If the idea of sitting in a waiting room increases your anxiety, telepsychiatry lets you attend from a space where you feel safe.
Follow-up patients
Already established with a psychiatrist? Medication check-ins are often more efficient via telepsychiatry — 15–20 minutes without the commute.
Insurance & Telepsychiatry Coverage in Florida
Florida law requires health insurers to cover telehealth services when the same service would be covered in person. This means your telepsychiatry appointment is typically covered at the same copay as an in-person visit.
We accept most major commercial insurance plans. Our team verifies your benefits before your first appointment so there are no surprises. Self-pay options are also available.
Note: We do not accept Medicaid or Sunshine Health. Coverage details vary by plan — we will confirm your specific benefits before your appointment. For insurance questions, call (386) 848-8751.
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Telepsychiatry FAQs
Quality Psychiatric Care — No Commute Required
Whether you're across the state or across town, our board-certified psychiatrists provide the same thorough, compassionate care via telepsychiatry. Same-week appointments available.
If you're in crisis: Empathy Health Clinic is an outpatient practice and not a 24/7 crisis facility. If you are in immediate danger or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.