Psychiatrist in Alice, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry serves Alice residents via HIPAA-compliant telehealth, with same-week appointment availability for most patients. Coastal Bend oil-and-ranching hub west of Corpus Christi.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Alice, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry sees Alice 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 Alice, TX
Alice is home to a mix of oilfield workers and ranching families, all served by Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth psychiatry program. Coastal Bend oil-and-ranching hub west of Corpus Christi. Patients throughout Jim Wells 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.
What the Numbers Say About Alice
19.8%
of Alice adults have been told they have depression
17.3%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
13,123
adults live in Alice (Jim Wells County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Alice, TX.
| Metric | Alice | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 19.8% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 17.3% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Alice; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Alice's diagnosed-depression rate (19.8%) tracks the Texas adult average of 19.7% almost exactly.
Alice is the hub of the South Texas oilfield between Corpus and Laredo, a proudly Tejano town where the patch's booms and busts write themselves directly into household stress. Care here must speak Spanish, respect the culture, and cost what a slow month can bear.
Insurance we see from Alice: Humana and Oscar lead, oilfield BlueCross when the patch is up.
Getting seen: Telehealth across Jim Wells County, bilingue, evenings included.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Jim Wells County is Coastal Plains Community Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Alice
Our Alice patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Alice?
Most new Alice 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. Alice families across Jim Wells County book bilingual video, evenings included.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross, Aetna, Humana, or Oscar plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video across Jim Wells County, bilingual on request, evenings included.
Also Serving Areas Near Alice
In addition to Alice (Jim Wells County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Kingsville, Robstown, Orange Grove — 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 Alice?
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 Alice with insurance?
With in-network insurance, most Alice 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 Alice
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 Alice patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Alice
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Alice, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments to Alice residents, with most patients seen within the same week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Alice patients?
For Alice residents, Lyte Psychiatry provides evaluation and treatment for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, along with ongoing medication management.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Alice, TX?
Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar, with self-pay options available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Alice?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Alice 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 Alice
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Alice residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Alice, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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