
Telepsychiatry Orlando
Book a phone appointment with a Florida-licensed psychiatric clinician from anywhere in the state. Online scheduling is available for evaluations, medication management, and follow-up care, with in-person visits in Winter Park.
Same-week appointments — often same-day, with evening telehealth slots · (386) 848-8751

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Serving Orlando Residents
Virtual appointments from
anywhere in Orlando metro
(Based in Winter Park, FL 32789)
No travel required
Office Hours
Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
100% telehealth available
Accepting new telehealth patients
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Reviewed by Dr. Robert Glenn, MD, Supervising Physician · Last updated
Expert Telepsychiatry Services for Orlando Residents
Telepsychiatry brings psychiatric care to you without an Orlando commute. At our Orlando psychiatric clinic, Florida-licensed psychiatric clinicians offer phone appointments for evaluations, medication management, and treatment of concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma-related symptoms, and sleep problems.
Whether you live in Orlando, Winter Park, Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, or Maitland, a phone visit can eliminate the drive and waiting room. No camera, video link, or special software is required. You must be physically located in Florida and in a private place during the appointment.
Research shows that telepsychiatry is equally effective as in-person psychiatric care for most conditions, while offering greater convenience, flexibility, and access to care. We accept most major insurance plans for telehealth visits, and same-week virtual appointments are typically available for Orlando residents seeking psychiatric care. Patients who prefer to alternate between virtual and office visits can see the full overview of our psychiatry in Orlando for in-person care, evaluations, and ongoing medication management.
Conditions We Treat via Telepsychiatry
Our Orlando telepsychiatrists provide virtual treatment for the full range of mental health conditions:
- Depression - Major depression, persistent depressive disorder, postpartum depression
- Anxiety Disorders - GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety, phobias
- Medication Follow-Up - Monitoring response, side effects, and treatment goals
- Bipolar Disorder - Bipolar I, bipolar II, mood stabilization
- OCD - Obsessive-compulsive disorder medication management
- PTSD & Trauma - Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Insomnia - Sleep disorders related to mental health
- Eating Disorders - Medication for co-occurring conditions
- Personality Disorders - Medication management component of treatment
- Other Psychiatric Conditions - Comprehensive virtual care
Our Telepsychiatry Services
Virtual Psychiatric Evaluations
Initial psychiatric assessments by phone, including symptom review, psychiatric history, medication review, and treatment planning from a private location in Florida.
Online Medication Management
Psychiatric medication review and monitoring by telehealth. When medication is clinically appropriate, prescriptions can be sent electronically to your pharmacy; no specific medication is guaranteed.
Private Phone Appointments
Attend by phone from a private place while you are in Florida. No camera, download, or unfamiliar video software is required.
Flexible Appointment Scheduling
Convenient appointment times including early morning, evening, and weekend availability. Telepsychiatry offers greater scheduling flexibility since there's no commute time. Same-week appointments typically available.
Benefits of Telepsychiatry in Orlando
Why Orlando residents choose telepsychiatry services:
- • Eliminate Commute Time: No driving to appointments in Orlando traffic, no parking hassles, no time wasted in waiting rooms
- • Convenience & Flexibility: Meet with your psychiatrist from home, work, or anywhere private with internet access
- • Same Quality of Care: Research shows telepsychiatry is equally effective as in-person care for most psychiatric conditions
- • Increased Privacy: No risk of seeing someone you know in a waiting room. Attend appointments discreetly from your location
- • Better Access: Faster appointment availability and easier to fit appointments into busy work schedules
- • Continuity of Care: Continue seeing your psychiatrist even if you travel, move temporarily, or can't leave home due to illness
- • Reduced No-Shows: Virtual appointments eliminate transportation barriers and make it easier to keep appointments
How Telepsychiatry Works
Getting started with our Orlando telepsychiatry services is simple:
- 1. Book Online: Choose a psychiatric clinician and available phone appointment in the live calendar
- 2. Complete Intake: Fill out brief online forms before your first appointment
- 3. Prepare Your Phone: Be in a private place in Florida with a working phone at the scheduled time
- 4. Attend the Call: Meet with the assigned psychiatric clinician by phone
- 5. Review Next Steps: Discuss recommendations, medication when appropriate, and follow-up care
- 6. Receive Treatment: Get prescriptions e-sent to your Orlando pharmacy and schedule follow-up appointments
If you have trouble with the appointment, call the office at (386) 848-8751.
Why Choose Our Orlando Telepsychiatry Services?
- Florida-Licensed Psychiatric Clinicians - Appointments are provided by clinicians licensed for psychiatric care in Florida.
- No Video Software - A working phone and private place to talk are all you need for the appointment.
- Same-Week Availability - Fast access to virtual psychiatric care in Orlando. We understand that when you need help, waiting weeks isn't acceptable. Same-week telepsychiatry appointments typically available.
- Clinically Appropriate Prescribing - Medication decisions are made after an individual evaluation and no particular prescription is guaranteed.
- Insurance Accepted - Most major insurance plans cover telepsychiatry services. We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and many other plans for virtual appointments.
Psychiatrist in Orlando by Telehealth — How It Works
Seeing a psychiatric clinician by telehealth takes three steps: book online, complete the intake forms, and answer the scheduled phone call from a private place while you are in Florida. The first visit is a psychiatric evaluation, and any treatment or prescribing decision is based on your individual clinical needs.
Telehealth often has the most availability, including some same-day appointments. In-person care is also available in Winter Park. Coverage and cost sharing depend on your plan, so we verify benefits before the visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is telepsychiatry as effective as in-person appointments?
Telepsychiatry is an established way to provide psychiatric evaluation and follow-up care. Whether it is appropriate for you depends on your symptoms, safety needs, location, and clinician judgment.
Can I see a psychiatrist in Orlando by telehealth?
Yes. Empathy Health Clinic's Florida-licensed psychiatric clinicians offer phone appointments across Florida for evaluations, medication management, and follow-ups when clinically appropriate.
Can a telepsychiatrist prescribe controlled medications in Florida?
A telehealth appointment never guarantees a controlled medication or any particular prescription. The clinician follows current federal and Florida requirements and may require in-person care, records, testing, or a different treatment plan.
What technology do I need for a telepsychiatry appointment?
You need a working phone and a private place to talk while you are physically located in Florida. No camera, video link, or special software is required.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry?
Coverage and cost sharing vary by plan. We accept several major insurance networks and verify your specific telehealth benefits before the visit.
Is telepsychiatry private and secure?
Your phone appointment is handled under the same privacy requirements as in-person care. Attend from a private location where you will not be overheard.
Can I switch between in-person and telepsychiatry visits?
Absolutely. Many Orlando patients use a combination of in-person and virtual appointments based on their schedule and preferences. You can choose telepsychiatry for routine follow-ups and in-person visits when preferred.
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Visit Us in Winter Park — Serving Greater Orlando
Telepsychiatry for all of Florida from our Winter Park clinic — Orlando-area patients can switch to in-person visits at 2281 Lee Rd any time, serving Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, and Lake Mary.
“Comprehensive mental health services in one place. From psychiatric evaluation to medication management to therapy referrals, Empathy Health has it all. So convenient for Orlando patients.”
“Finally found quality mental health care in Orlando. The staff is professional and the services are top-notch. They take a holistic approach that actually works.”
“Orlando needed a mental health clinic like this. Easy scheduling, accepts insurance, and provides real results. I've recommended them to several friends who also had great experiences.”









