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What should I do if I need help before my first psychiatry appointment?
In crisis, don't wait for an appointment: call or text 988, free and 24/7, or go to the nearest ER. That's what they're for, and using them isn't overreacting. For urgent-but-not-crisis, call us at (469) 733-0848; most new patients are seen within a business day or two, which closes the gap that months-long Texas waitlists leave open.
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In crisis, don't wait for an appointment: call or text 988, free and 24/7, or go to the nearest ER. That's what they're for, and using them isn't overreacting. For urgent-but-not-crisis, call us at (469) 733-0848; most new patients are seen within a business day or two, which closes the gap that months-long Texas waitlists leave open.
While you wait: protect your sleep, skip alcohol (it amplifies everything you're trying to calm), and jot down what you want the clinician to know. The notes-app version of your story makes a first appointment twice as useful.
Patient Help Center: appointment preparation, costs, refills and records. For questions about treatment options, contact Lyte Psychiatry.
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Most new patients are seen within 1–2 business days. Weekend appointments are limited. Lyte Psychiatry offers telehealth visits to patients who are physically located in Texas at the time of the visit. In-person care is available in Pantego. Confirm your specific benefits and expected cost before booking.
Book an appointmentIf you are in crisis, call or text 988. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department in an emergency.