Psychiatrist in Hondo, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry provides telehealth psychiatry and medication management to patients throughout Hondo and Medina County, with most appointments available within the week. Medina County seat west of San Antonio on US-90.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Hondo, TX?
Yes. Eligible patients located in Hondo 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.
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Therapy and psychiatry for Hondo
Lyte patients in Hondo 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 Hondo, TX
Hondo is home to a mix of farming families and commuters, all served by Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth psychiatry program. Medina County seat west of San Antonio on US-90. Patients throughout Medina County and the South TX can schedule a HIPAA-compliant video appointment, usually within the week, for an initial evaluation or ongoing medication management, and we work with most major insurance plans accepted in TX.
Conditions We Treat in Hondo
Our Hondo patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Hondo?
Most new Hondo patients get a first appointment within one to two business days. Here is how to get started.
Book online or call us
Visit lytepsych.com or call 469-733-0848. Mention you're in Hondo — we'll match you with the right provider.
Complete your intake
Fill out a brief intake form. Our team verifies your insurance before your appointment so there are no billing surprises.
See your provider
Join your secure video appointment from anywhere in Hondo or Medina County. No commute required.
Also Serving Areas Near Hondo
In addition to Hondo (Medina County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Castroville, Devine, Uvalde — 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 Hondo?
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 Hondo 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 Hondo
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 Hondo patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Hondo
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Hondo, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments to Hondo residents, with most patients seen within the same week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Hondo patients?
For Hondo residents, Lyte Psychiatry provides evaluation and treatment for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Stress & Burnout, along with ongoing medication management.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Hondo, TX?
Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar, with self-pay options available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Hondo?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Hondo patients are served via telehealth, with most appointments available within the week. Call 469-733-0848 to ask about in-person options.
Public Mental Health Resources
Free & Low-Cost Resources in Hondo
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Hondo residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Hondo, TX
We verify participating-plan benefits before the first visit. Same-week appointments may be available. Referral requirements depend on your plan.
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