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Online psychiatry for Coral Gables, Florida
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults in Coral Gables, the City Beautiful, from Miracle Mile and the University of Miami to the canopied streets around the Biltmore. Expert psychiatric care by private video, with the discretion and continuity a demanding schedule asks for.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The City Beautiful
Discreet psychiatric care across Coral Gables
Coral Gables sits at the heart of Miami-Dade, a planned city of coral rock landmarks, Mediterranean architecture, and tree lined avenues that fan out from Miracle Mile. It's home to the University of Miami, a busy business district, and families who move between school runs, board meetings, and travel. For all of that energy, finding a psychiatrist who can see you soon, and keep seeing you, is rarely simple.
shrinkMD removes the two friction points that matter most here, the wait and the drive. There's no crawl up Ponce de Leon Boulevard or hunt for parking near a clinic, and no sitting in a shared waiting room. You meet your clinician by private video from your home office, your car between meetings, or anywhere quiet, and you keep that same clinician over time.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Florida, with the warmth, continuity, and follow up you'd expect from an in person practice in the Gables, reached on your schedule rather than the clinic's.
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 Miracle Mile to the Grove, expert care is a few days away, without the drive or the waitlist.
How it works
Getting started in Coral Gables
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.
Coral Gables resources
Mental health resources in the Coral Gables area
Public starting points for care in and around Coral Gables. These are informational, not endorsements, and phone numbers and details can change. None replace evaluation by a licensed clinician.
- Crisis, 24/7: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988). Call 911 for emergencies. In Florida, the Baker Act allows emergency evaluation when someone is at risk.
- NAMI Miami-Dade County, based in Coral Gables: education, support groups, and a helpline at 305-665-2540, Monday through Friday.
- Switchboard of Miami and 211 Miami-Dade: dial 211 for free, confidential, 24/7 local referrals and crisis support.
- Hospital and academic care: Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital, in association with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry, and the University of Miami Health System offer psychiatric services and referrals.
- Thriving Mind South Florida: the managing entity that coordinates publicly funded behavioral health and crisis services across Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
- Florida Medicaid: behavioral health coverage information at flmedicaidmanagedcare.com and myflfamilies.com.
- Veterans: the Miami VA Healthcare System, including the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center, serves the area. Veterans Crisis Line, call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Cost and coverage
Insurance, access, and appointment availability in Florida
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 Florida 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
Coral Gables neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Coral Gables and the surrounding Miami-Dade communities, including:
- Miracle Mile and the downtown Gables
- the University of Miami area
- Cocoplum and Gables Estates
- Coral Gables Riviera and Coral Gables Country Club section
- nearby Coconut Grove
- Brickell and downtown Miami
- South Miami and Pinecrest
- and Palmetto Bay and Kendall
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Coral Gables?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Coral Gables and Miami-Dade by private video, as long as you're physically located in Florida and your clinician holds an active Florida license at the time of your appointment.
How private is an online visit?
Very. Visits are one on one with your clinician over secure, HIPAA compliant video, with no shared waiting room and no clinic sign in. You choose a quiet, private spot, and your records stay confidential.
Do you prescribe controlled medication in Coral Gables?
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 Coral Gables?
Many patients schedule a full evaluation as soon as availability allows, depending on availability, which is often much faster than finding an in person psychiatrist in the Gables.
Do you serve nearby Coconut Grove, Brickell, South Miami, and Pinecrest?
Yes. We serve all of Coral Gables and the surrounding communities by private video, including Coconut Grove, Brickell, South Miami, Pinecrest, and Kendall, as long as you're in Florida at the time of your visit.
Will I see the same clinician each time?
Yes. Continuity matters, so you keep the same clinician across your evaluation, medication management, and follow up visits, rather than starting over with someone new.
What number do I call in Coral Gables for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988 from anywhere in Coral Gables, or dial 211 for the Miami-Dade crisis and referral line. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Coral Gables?
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.
Can University of Miami students and faculty use shrinkMD?
Yes. Adults 18 and older are seen by video anywhere in Florida, with continuity through breaks, study abroad gaps excepted, and after graduation. Nothing touches university systems.
My family prefers care that understands our culture. Does that matter in treatment?
It matters a great deal. Family expectations, language, and attitudes toward mental health shape how symptoms show up and how treatment succeeds. Tell us what fits your family and we build the plan around it.
Get started in Coral Gables
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in the Gables. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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