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Online psychiatry for Bangor, Maine
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults in Bangor and across the Greater Bangor region, from downtown and the Penobscot River to Brewer, Orono, Old Town, and Hampden. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, reaching the wide rural area that Bangor anchors.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The hub of the north
Care for Bangor and the region it anchors
Bangor sits on the Penobscot River and serves as the hub for much of northern and eastern Maine, drawing people from Penobscot, Piscataquis, Aroostook, Hancock, and Washington counties. For families across this large, rural region, the nearest psychiatrist can be a long drive away, and Maine winters only add to the barrier.
shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so where you live and the weather outside no longer decide how quickly you're seen. Whether you're in the city or a small town an hour out, 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 drive into Bangor for every visit.
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 the city to the rural towns it serves, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Bangor
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.
Bangor resources
Mental health resources in the Bangor area
Public starting points for care in and around Bangor. 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.
- Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor: a psychiatric hospital offering inpatient and outpatient mental health and addiction care for the region.
- Community Health and Counseling Services: behavioral health and crisis services for Penobscot and Piscataquis counties.
- NAMI Maine: a statewide helpline, support, 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 Bangor 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
Bangor and nearby communities we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across the Greater Bangor region and the rural towns it anchors, including:
- Bangor and Brewer
- Orono and Old Town
- Hampden and Hermon
- Veazie and Glenburn
- Holden and Eddington
- the towns of Penobscot and Piscataquis counties
- and the wider Down East and northern Maine communities Bangor serves
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Bangor?
Yes. You can be seen in Bangor and across the region 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 Bangor?
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 Bangor?
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 a rural region.
What areas around Bangor do you serve?
Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Hampden, and the surrounding Penobscot and Piscataquis county towns, plus the wider northern and Down East communities that Bangor anchors, all by secure video.
Is online care a good fit for rural Maine?
Yes. Telepsychiatry is especially helpful where providers are far away and winter travel is hard. You get consistent care and follow up from home, without the long drive into the city.
What number do I call near Bangor 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 Bangor?
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 Bangor, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home or any private spot with an internet connection.
I am two hours past Bangor, Downeast. Is video care realistic here?
Yes, and it is often the only realistic option. Maine has some of the longest psychiatric drive times in the country, and video erases them. Phone backup protocols cover spotty connections.
Do you see healthcare workers from the Bangor hospitals?
Yes, regularly. Care stays outside employer systems, schedules around shifts, and takes the realities of clinician life seriously, from licensing worries to sleep wrecked by rotations.
Get started in Bangor
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in the Bangor region. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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