Psychiatrist in Mineral Wells, 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 Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto County, with most appointments available within the week. Historic spa town west of Weatherford.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Mineral Wells, TX?
Yes. Eligible patients located in Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells
Lyte patients in Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells, TX
Access to psychiatric care can be limited in many TX communities, and Mineral Wells is no exception. Historic spa town west of Weatherford. Lyte Psychiatry closes that gap with telehealth appointments available to Mineral Wells residents throughout Palo Pinto County, typically within the same week, for families and retirees who might otherwise drive much further for an in-person psychiatrist.
What the Numbers Say About Mineral Wells
24.9%
of Mineral Wells adults have been told they have depression
20%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
11,005
adults live in Mineral Wells (Palo Pinto County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Mineral Wells, TX.
| Metric | Mineral Wells | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 24.9% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 20% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Mineral Wells; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Mineral Wells's diagnosed-depression rate (24.9%) runs 5.2 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 9th highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Mineral Wells built its name on wellness a century ago - the water, the Baker Hotel - and is rebuilding it now, restoration cranes and all. The mental-health reality of Palo Pinto County never matched the branding: this is shortage country, where the nearest psychiatrist has usually meant Weatherford or Fort Worth. Video visits finally make the town's old promise a bit more literal.
Insurance we see from Mineral Wells: BlueCross, Aetna, and marketplace plans mostly, with Medicare for retirees drawn by lake and land prices.
Getting seen: Telehealth across Palo Pinto County. Same-week starts; no US-180 drive.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Palo Pinto County is Pecan Valley Centers — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Mineral Wells
Our Mineral Wells patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Mineral Wells?
Most new Mineral Wells patients get a first appointment within one to two business days. Here is how to get started.
Book online or call us
Book online or call 469-733-0848. The nearest psychiatrist has usually meant Weatherford or Fort Worth; video makes the town's old wellness promise a bit more literal.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross, Aetna, marketplace plans, or Medicare plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video across Palo Pinto County, with same-week starts and no US-180 drive.
Also Serving Areas Near Mineral Wells
In addition to Mineral Wells (Palo Pinto County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Weatherford, Graford, Palo Pinto — and anywhere else in Texas via telehealth.
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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 Mineral Wells?
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 Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells
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 Mineral Wells patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mineral Wells
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Mineral Wells, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry serves Mineral Wells and the surrounding North TX area via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Most patients are seen within the week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Mineral Wells patients?
Lyte Psychiatry treats Anxiety, Depression, Stress & Burnout, Medication Management, and other conditions for Mineral Wells patients via telehealth, with medication management and follow-up care included.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Mineral Wells, TX?
We accept BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar. Self-pay options are also available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Mineral Wells?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Mineral Wells residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Mineral Wells, 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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