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Online psychiatry for Auburn, Maine
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults in Auburn, Lewiston's twin city across the Androscoggin River and the seat of Androscoggin County. From downtown Auburn and New Auburn to Lake Auburn and the outlying towns, expert psychiatric care reaches you by secure video.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The twin city
Care for Auburn and Androscoggin County
Auburn sits across the Androscoggin River from Lewiston, the two so closely tied that people often say Lewiston Auburn in one breath, yet Auburn has its own character, from its downtown and New Auburn to the orchards, farms, and the shoreline of Lake Auburn. As the seat of Androscoggin County, it draws people from the smaller towns around it, and those folks know how far the nearest psychiatrist can feel.
shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so a busy schedule, a long drive, or a Maine winter no longer decides how quickly you're seen. Whether you're in town or out toward the county line, the same care reaches you at home.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Maine, with the warmth, continuity, and follow up you'd expect from an in person practice, without the trip across the river or the wait for a new patient slot.
What we treat
Conditions we treat
Care for the full range of adult mental health conditions, by secure video.
Specialty Populations
Athletes, students, professionals, healthcare workers, first responders, and veterans.
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From downtown Auburn to the lakes and farms around it, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Auburn
Quick intake
Share your history and goals through a simple, secure form, in minutes.
Schedule fast
Pick a near term video visit. No referral, no long waitlist.
Meet your clinician
A thorough evaluation, a clear diagnosis, and a plan built around you.
Ongoing care
Continuity and follow up with the same clinician over time.
Auburn resources
Mental health resources in the Auburn area
Public starting points for care in and around Auburn. These are informational, not endorsements, and details can change. None replace evaluation by a licensed clinician.
- Crisis, 24/7: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988). Maine Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112, staffed around the clock by phone, text, and chat. Call 911 for emergencies.
- Central Maine Medical Center and St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, just across the river in Lewiston: hospital and behavioral health care for the Auburn area.
- Tri-County Mental Health Services, now part of Spurwink: community behavioral health, outpatient care, and support across Androscoggin and the surrounding counties.
- NAMI Maine: a statewide helpline, support groups, and an online database of more than 250 Maine mental health resources searchable by county, at namimaine.org.
- 211 Maine: dial 211 for free, confidential local referrals.
- MaineCare, Maine Medicaid: behavioral health coverage at maine.gov/dhhs.
- Veterans: the VA Maine Healthcare System serves the Auburn area. Veterans Crisis Line, call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Cost and coverage
Insurance, access, and appointment availability in Maine
shrinkMD operates on a transparent self pay basis, so you always know the cost up front, with no surprise bills. If your plan includes out of network telehealth benefits, we can provide the documentation you need to submit for reimbursement.
We're built for timely access. Many Maine patients schedule a full evaluation as soon as availability allows, not the months long wait common in traditional practices, with online scheduling, virtual visits that remove travel and missed workdays, and consistent follow up that never restarts your care.
Local to you
Auburn neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Auburn and the surrounding Androscoggin County communities, including:
- downtown Auburn
- New Auburn
- the Lake Auburn area
- the Court Street and Center Street corridors
- the outlying farms and orchards
- and nearby Lewiston, Minot, Mechanic Falls, Poland, and Turner
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Auburn?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Auburn and Androscoggin County by secure video, as long as you're physically located in Maine and your clinician holds an active Maine license at the time of your appointment.
Do you prescribe controlled medication in Auburn?
No. shrinkMD does not prescribe controlled substances. We use non controlled medications such as SSRIs and SNRIs, paired with coordinated therapy.
How fast can I be seen in Auburn?
Many patients schedule a full evaluation as soon as availability allows, depending on availability, which often beats the wait for an in person psychiatrist in the Lewiston Auburn area.
What areas around Auburn do you serve?
Auburn, New Auburn, the Lake Auburn area, and nearby Lewiston, Minot, Mechanic Falls, Poland, and Turner, all by secure video.
Can I get care in Auburn without crossing into Lewiston?
Yes. With telepsychiatry there's no trip across the river at all. You meet your clinician by secure video from home or any private spot in Auburn.
What number do I call in Auburn for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988, or call the Maine Crisis Line at 1-888-568-1112, staffed 24/7 by phone, text, and chat. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Auburn?
shrinkMD operates on a transparent self pay basis. If your plan includes out of network telehealth benefits, we can provide documentation you can submit for reimbursement.
Where do appointments take place?
Wherever you are in or around Auburn, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home or any private spot with an internet connection.
Is there much psychiatric access on the Auburn side of the river?
Local access is thin, which is exactly why we serve Auburn by video. You get a board certified clinician as soon as availability allows, from home, with the same continuity an office practice should offer.
Can rural Androscoggin County patients use this without strong internet?
Usually yes. Visits run fine on a phone connection, and audio quality matters more than perfect video. If connectivity drops, we have phone backup protocols so the appointment still counts.
Get started in Auburn
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in Auburn. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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