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Online psychiatry for Lincoln, Nebraska
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults across Lincoln and Lancaster County, from the Haymarket and Downtown to the Near South, the University of Nebraska, and the established neighborhoods of north and south Lincoln. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, on your schedule, without the wait.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The capital and the campus
Care for Lincoln, on your schedule
Lincoln is the state capital and a college town, built around the University of Nebraska, the Capitol, and a growing tech and healthcare workforce. That mix means a lot of students, young professionals, and state employees who need consistent mental health care but can't always step away during clinic hours. Even here, with Bryan Health and other providers in town, the wait for a new psychiatry appointment can stretch out for weeks.
shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so you can be seen from a dorm, an apartment near campus, an office downtown, or a quiet house in south Lincoln. There's no parking near the Haymarket to figure out and no afternoon lost to a single visit.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Nebraska who builds a plan around your life and stays with you over time, with the warmth and follow up of an in person practice and none of the travel.
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 Capitol and campus to the quiet edges of the city, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Lincoln
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.
Lincoln resources
Mental health resources in Lincoln
Public starting points for care in the Lincoln area. 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). Nebraska Family Helpline: 1-888-866-8660, answered around the clock. Call 911 for emergencies.
- Region V Systems: the regional behavioral health authority for Lancaster County and southeast Nebraska, coordinating mental health and substance use services, at 402-441-4343 or region5systems.net.
- NAMI Lincoln: education, support groups, and family programs for the Lincoln area, listed at naminebraska.org.
- Hospital and crisis care: Bryan Health West Campus operates the area's 24/7 mental health emergency department, and CenterPointe offers walk in crisis counseling in Lincoln.
- United Way 211: dial 211 or visit ne211.org for free, confidential local referrals.
- Veterans: the Lincoln VA Clinic, part of VA Nebraska Western Iowa Health Care, serves the area. Veterans Crisis Line, call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Cost and coverage
Insurance, access, and appointment availability in Nebraska
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 Nebraska 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
Lincoln neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Lincoln and the surrounding communities, including:
- Downtown and the Haymarket
- the University of Nebraska campus and University Place
- the Near South and Everett
- South Lincoln and the Highlands
- north Lincoln and Belmont
- east Lincoln and the College View area
- and nearby Waverly, Hickman, Crete, and Seward
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Lincoln?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Lincoln and Lancaster County by secure video, as long as you're physically located in Nebraska and your clinician holds an active Nebraska license at the time of your appointment.
Do you prescribe controlled medication in Lincoln?
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 Lincoln?
Many patients schedule a full evaluation as soon as availability allows, depending on availability, which often beats the weeks long wait for an in person psychiatry appointment in town.
What areas of Lincoln do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from Downtown and the Haymarket to the Near South, the University area, north and south Lincoln, and nearby Waverly, Hickman, Crete, and Seward.
Do you see University of Nebraska students and young professionals?
Yes. Online visits fit busy schedules well, so students near campus, state employees downtown, and young professionals across the city can be seen between classes, shifts, or meetings without losing a whole afternoon.
What number do I call in Lincoln for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988, or call the Nebraska Family Helpline at 1-888-866-8660. Bryan Health West Campus runs a 24/7 mental health emergency department in Lincoln. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Lincoln?
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 the Lincoln area, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from a dorm, an apartment, an office, or any private spot with an internet connection.
Can UNL students use shrinkMD and keep care over summer?
Yes, adults 18 and older, with continuity anywhere in Nebraska over breaks and in our other states if home is elsewhere. First episodes in the college years deserve careful diagnosis and an uninterrupted treatment thread.
I work for the state or the university. Will my employer ever see this?
No. No insurance billing means no claims data, and we report nothing to employers. Your care stays yours.
Get started in Lincoln
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in Lincoln. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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