Psychiatrist in Dickinson, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Lyte Psychiatry serves Dickinson residents via HIPAA-compliant telehealth, with same-week appointment availability for most patients. Bayou town between Houston and Galveston hit hard by Hurricane Harvey.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Dickinson, TX?
Yes. Eligible patients located in Dickinson 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 Dickinson
Lyte patients in Dickinson 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 Dickinson, TX
Dickinson is home to a mix of families, commuters, and retirees, all served by Lyte Psychiatry's telehealth psychiatry program. Bayou town between Houston and Galveston hit hard by Hurricane Harvey. Patients throughout Galveston County and the Houston 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 Dickinson
22.9%
of Dickinson adults have been told they have depression
18.5%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
15,332
adults live in Dickinson (Galveston County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Dickinson, TX.
| Metric | Dickinson | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 22.9% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 18.5% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Dickinson; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Dickinson'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.
Dickinson took Harvey harder than almost any town its size and is still rebuilding in places - flood trauma here is not a metaphor, it is a flood. Anxiety that spikes with every named storm in the Gulf is a pattern we treat all hurricane season.
Insurance we see from Dickinson: BlueCross, Aetna, and marketplace plans across the rebuild economy.
Getting seen: Video care that does not cancel when the weather turns; pre-storm refill planning standard.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Galveston County is Gulf Coast Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Dickinson
Our Dickinson patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Dickinson?
Most new Dickinson 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. Dickinson patients keep care that does not cancel when Gulf weather turns.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross, UHC, Aetna, or marketplace plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video that does not cancel when the weather turns; pre-storm refill planning is standard.
Also Serving Areas Near Dickinson
In addition to Dickinson (Galveston County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including League City, Texas City, Santa Fe — and anywhere else in Texas via telehealth.
Explore psychiatric care across Greater Houston & Gulf Coast.
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 Dickinson?
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 Dickinson 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 Dickinson
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 Dickinson patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Dickinson
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Dickinson, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments to Dickinson residents, with most patients seen within the same week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Dickinson patients?
For Dickinson 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 Dickinson, TX?
Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar, with self-pay options available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Dickinson?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Dickinson 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 Dickinson
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Dickinson residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Dickinson, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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