Psychiatrist in Forney, TX, Telehealth Mental Health Care
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Medical Director · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
For residents of Forney, Lyte Psychiatry offers secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth psychiatric care with same-week appointments available for most patients. 'Antique Capital of Texas' and one of the state's fastest-growing towns east of Dallas.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Forney, TX?
Yes. Eligible patients located in Forney 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 Forney
Lyte patients in Forney 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 Forney, TX
Located in the DFW, Forney is home to about 29K residents. 'Antique Capital of Texas' and one of the state's fastest-growing towns east of Dallas. For local patients, Lyte Psychiatry offers telehealth psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management with providers licensed throughout TX, so new-build families and commuters can get an appointment without leaving Forney, most new patients are seen within the week.
What the Numbers Say About Forney
22.8%
of Forney adults have been told they have depression
17.8%
report frequent mental distress (14+ poor mental health days a month)
16,167
adults live in Forney (Kaufman County)
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023), place-level crude prevalence for Forney, TX.
| Metric | Forney | Texas | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed depression | 22.8% | 19.7% | 21.8% |
| Frequent mental distress | 17.8% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
Source: CDC PLACES (BRFSS 2023) for Forney; CDC BRFSS 2023 for Texas and U.S. baselines. Crude prevalence; city estimates carry confidence intervals.
Forney's diagnosed-depression rate (22.8%) runs 3.1 points above the Texas adult average of 19.7%, 66th highest of the 180 Texas cities we serve.
Forney calls itself the Antique Capital of Texas but its real story is the US-80 growth wave - Kaufman County ranks among the fastest-growing in America, and Forney absorbs the front of it. New-rooftop families arrive faster than any service can follow, psychiatry included; 22.8% of adults here already carry a depression diagnosis.
Insurance we see from Forney: Employer BlueCross and UHC from Dallas commutes, Forney ISD coverage, Aetna in the new sections.
Getting seen: Evening video slots after the 80 crawl; same-week starts.
In a crisis, call or text 988 any time. The public mental health authority for Kaufman County is Lakes Regional Community Center — a good option if you need immediate or low-cost local services beyond what we provide.
Conditions We Treat in Forney
Our Forney patients most commonly seek care for the following conditions. All services are available via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
How fast can I be seen in Forney?
Most new Forney 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. Forney's US-80 commuters book evening slots after the crawl home, with same-week starts.
Complete your intake
Share your BlueCross, UHC, Forney ISD TRS-ActiveCare, or Aetna plan for verification.
See your provider
See your provider by secure video along US-80 in Kaufman County, evening slots after the 80 crawl, same-week starts.
Also Serving Areas Near Forney
In addition to Forney (Kaufman County), Lyte Psychiatry serves patients in nearby communities including Mesquite, Terrell, Heath, Sunnyvale — 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 Forney?
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 Forney 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 Forney
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 Forney patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Forney
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Forney, TX?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry serves Forney and the surrounding DFW area via HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Most patients are seen within the week.
What conditions does Lyte Psychiatry treat for Forney patients?
Lyte Psychiatry treats Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Bereavement, Stress & Burnout, and other conditions for Forney patients via telehealth, with medication management and follow-up care included.
What insurance does Lyte Psychiatry accept in Forney, TX?
We accept BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and Oscar. Self-pay options are also available.
Is there an in-person psychiatrist near Forney?
Lyte Psychiatry's in-person clinic is located in Pantego, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Forney 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 Forney
In addition to Lyte Psychiatry's covered care, these publicly available resources serve Forney residents.
Board-certified psychiatric care for Forney, TX
In-network with major insurance. Same-week appointments. No referral needed.
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