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Online psychiatry for Miami, Florida
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults across Miami and Miami-Dade County, from Brickell, Wynwood, and Downtown to Coral Gables, Little Havana, Miami Beach, Kendall, Doral, and Hialeah. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, without the traffic, the parking, or the long wait.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The Magic City
Psychiatric care that reaches all of Miami
Miami is one of the largest and most diverse metros in the country, a bilingual, multicultural city where life moves fast and the traffic moves slow. Even in a place this size, finding a psychiatrist who can see you soon is hard, and getting across town for a standing appointment can eat an entire afternoon. shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so help doesn't depend on the drive up I-95 or a months long waitlist.
Despite all that Miami offers, real access gaps remain, and language and cost can stand between people and consistent care. We see adults across Miami-Dade, with the same warmth and continuity you'd expect from an in person practice, reached from home, work, or anywhere in the county.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Florida who treats you as a whole person, with follow up that keeps your care on track, whether you're in Brickell, Hialeah, or the Kendall suburbs.
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 urban core to the suburbs, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Miami
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.
Miami resources
Mental health resources in Miami
Public starting points for care in the Miami area. 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). 211 Miami, the Switchboard helpline run by Jewish Community Services, offers 24/7 emotional support and local referrals in English, Spanish, and Creole at 305-631-4211 or by dialing 211. Call 911 for emergencies.
- NAMI Miami-Dade County: education, support groups, and a warmline at 305-665-2540.
- Hospital and academic care: Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital, staffed in partnership with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, offers a full continuum of psychiatric care and is a Baker Act receiving facility.
- Thriving Mind South Florida: the managing entity that coordinates publicly funded behavioral health services across Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
- Florida Medicaid: behavioral health coverage and provider information at flmedicaidmanagedcare.com and myflfamilies.com.
- Veterans: the Miami VA Healthcare System 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
Miami neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Miami and the surrounding communities, including:
- Downtown, Brickell, and the Arts and Entertainment District
- Wynwood, Edgewater, and the Design District
- Little Havana and Little Haiti
- Coral Gables and Coconut Grove
- Miami Beach, South Beach, and the barrier island communities
- Kendall, Pinecrest, and Palmetto Bay
- Doral, Westchester, and Sweetwater
- Hialeah, Miami Lakes, and Miami Gardens
- and nearby Aventura, Homestead, and the rest of Miami-Dade
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Miami?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Miami and Miami-Dade County by secure video, as long as you're physically located in Florida and your clinician holds an active Florida license at the time of your appointment.
Do you prescribe controlled medication in Miami?
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 Miami?
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 a busy metro like Miami.
What areas of Miami do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from Brickell, Wynwood, and Coral Gables to Little Havana, Miami Beach, Kendall, Doral, Hialeah, and nearby Aventura and Homestead.
Can I be seen without sitting in Miami traffic?
Yes, that's the point. You meet your clinician by secure video from home, work, or anywhere private in the county, so there's no drive up I-95, no parking, and no afternoon lost to a single appointment.
What number do I call in Miami for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988 from anywhere in Miami, or call 211 Miami at 305-631-4211 for 24/7 emotional support and referrals in English, Spanish, and Creole. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department, such as a Baker Act receiving facility like Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Miami?
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 Miami area, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home, work, or any private spot with an internet connection.
I split the year between Miami and the Northeast. Can my care continue?
Often yes. Telehealth visits must happen while you are physically in a state where your clinician is licensed, and shrinkMD serves both Florida and New York, so many seasonal residents keep one clinician all year. We confirm your states when you book.
Can my visits be conducted with sensitivity to language and culture?
Miami care should fit Miami. Tell us your language preference and cultural context when booking and we take it into account in matching and in treatment planning, from family expectations to stigma concerns.
Get started in Miami
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in Miami. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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