Psychiatrist in Converse, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
For residents of Converse, Lyte Psychiatry offers secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth psychiatric care with same-week appointments available for most patients. Fast-growing suburb northeast of San Antonio near Randolph AFB.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Converse, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Converse patients by secure telehealth across Texas, usually within one to two business days. We are in-network with BlueCross, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar, so most insured patients pay a $0 to $30 copay. Self-pay, HSA, and FSA are also accepted.
Mental Health Care in Converse, TX
Converse is a community of roughly 28K residents in Bexar County, part of the San Antonio. Fast-growing suburb northeast of San Antonio near Randolph AFB. Lyte Psychiatry's board-certified providers work with military families and commuters throughout the Converse area, offering psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up care via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth, with most patients seen within the week.
What the Numbers Say About Converse
22.9%
of Converse adults have been told they have depression
17.4%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
19,839
adults live in Converse (Bexar County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Converse, TX.
| Metric | Converse | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 22.9% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 17.4% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Converse; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Converse's diagnosed-depression rate (22.9%) runs 3.2 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 61st highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Converse is northeast Bexar County's workforce suburb, tucked against Randolph's flight path - enlisted families, warehouse crews from the 10/410 corridor, and first-time homeowners stretching to stay. Affordability questions open most Converse bookings; we answer them before anything else.
Insurance we see from Converse: Tricare, Aetna, and Oscar lead; Judson ISD coverage too.
Getting seen: Evening video slots; benefits confirmed in writing before the first visit.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Bexar County is The Center for Health Care Services — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Converse
Our Converse patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Converse?
Most new Converse 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. Randolph-adjacent Converse families get benefits confirmed in writing before the first visit.
Complete your intake
Share your Tricare, BlueCross, UHC, or Aetna plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video with evening slots, benefits confirmed in writing first.
Also Serving Areas Near Converse
In addition to Converse (Bexar County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Universal City, Live Oak, Schertz — and anywhere else in Texas via telehealth.
What to Expect at Lyte Psychiatry
Your first appointment is a full psychiatric evaluation — not a quick intake. Your provider spends 50–60 minutes reviewing your history, current symptoms, medications, and goals. By the end of the visit, you leave with a diagnosis, a specific treatment plan, and if medication is appropriate, a prescription sent to your local pharmacy the same day.
Follow-up visits are typically 20–30 minutes. They focus on how you're responding to treatment, any medication adjustments, and next steps. Most patients are seen monthly at the start of treatment, then less frequently once things are stable.
We work with a lot of patients who've had poor experiences with psychiatry before — rushed appointments, billing surprises, providers who never remember their history. At Lyte, we verify your insurance before your first visit, keep appointment slots open for urgent needs, and check in with you after every medication change — not just at your next scheduled follow-up — so you are never left adjusting on your own.
Who will I actually see in Converse?
You are matched with a specific, named clinician — not a rotating pool. Every provider you see is licensed to treat patients in Texas, where Lyte Psychiatry offers care.
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 Converse with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Converse patients pay a $0 to $30 copay per visit. We verify your specific benefits before your first appointment so the cost is clear up front.
| Coverage | What you pay |
|---|---|
| Major insurers (BlueCross, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, Oscar) | $0–$30 copay per visit, in-network |
| Tricare / Medicare | Covered; your exact share is confirmed before you book |
| Self-pay | A flat rate shown upfront, with no surprise bills |
Insurance Coverage by Condition in Converse
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 Converse patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Converse
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Converse, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments to Converse residents, with most patients seen within the same week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Converse patients?
For Converse residents, Lyte Psychiatry provides evaluation and treatment for Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Sleep Disorders, along with ongoing medication management.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Converse, TX?
Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar, with self-pay options available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Converse?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Converse 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 Converse
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Converse residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Converse, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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