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Online psychiatry for Omaha, Nebraska
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults across Omaha and Douglas County, from the Old Market, Dundee, and Benson to Aksarben, Midtown, Millard, and the growing neighborhoods of west Omaha. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, without the cross town drive or the long wait for an appointment.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The big city on the Missouri
Psychiatric care that reaches all of Omaha
Omaha is Nebraska's largest city and the medical center of the state, home to UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, Creighton, Boys Town, and a deep bench of specialists. You'd think a city this size would make a psychiatrist easy to find, but appointments still book out for weeks or months, and many practices have closed their doors to new patients. shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so getting help doesn't mean joining a waitlist or driving across town in rush hour traffic.
We serve adults all over the metro, from the historic homes of Dundee and the lofts of the Old Market to the family neighborhoods of Millard, Elkhorn, and the ongoing spread of west Omaha. Wherever you are, you get the same warmth, continuity, and follow up you'd expect from an in person practice, reached from your living room or your lunch break.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Nebraska who takes the time to understand your history and build a plan around you, then stays with you over time so your care never restarts from scratch.
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 riverfront downtown to the western suburbs, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Omaha
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.
Omaha resources
Mental health resources in Omaha
Public starting points for care in the Omaha 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). Nebraska Family Helpline: 1-888-866-8660, answered around the clock. Call 911 for emergencies.
- Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare: the regional authority for the Omaha metro, coordinating mental health and substance use services across Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Dodge, and Washington counties, at 402-444-6573 or regionsix.com.
- NAMI Omaha: education, support groups, and a local helpline at 402-345-8101, serving the metro area.
- Hospital and academic care: the CHI Health Lasting Hope Recovery Center runs a 24 hour psychiatric emergency department in Omaha, and UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, Creighton, and Boys Town offer psychiatric services and referrals.
- United Way 211: dial 211 or visit ne211.org for free, confidential local referrals.
- Veterans: the Omaha VA Medical Center, 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
Omaha neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Omaha and the surrounding communities, including:
- the Old Market, downtown, and the riverfront
- Dundee and Memorial Park
- Benson and the Blackstone District
- Midtown and Aksarben
- Millard and Elkhorn
- west Omaha and Boys Town
- north and south Omaha
- and nearby Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, Gretna, and Council Bluffs, Iowa
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Omaha?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Omaha and Douglas 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 Omaha?
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 Omaha?
Many patients schedule a full evaluation as soon as availability allows, depending on availability, which is often much faster than the weeks or months it can take to get in with an in person psychiatrist in the metro.
What areas of Omaha do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from the Old Market, Dundee, and Benson to Midtown, Aksarben, Millard, Elkhorn, and west Omaha, plus nearby Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, and Gretna.
Omaha is a big medical hub. Why use telepsychiatry here?
Even with UNMC, Nebraska Medicine, and Creighton in town, demand far outpaces the number of open psychiatry slots, so new patients still wait. Online care lets you start as soon as availability allows and keep the same clinician without fighting for a spot or crossing the city.
What number do I call in Omaha for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988 from anywhere in Omaha, or call the Nebraska Family Helpline at 1-888-866-8660. The CHI Health Lasting Hope Recovery Center runs a 24 hour psychiatric emergency department. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Omaha?
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 Omaha area, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home, work, or any private spot with an internet connection.
I work hospital, rail, or warehouse shifts. Can appointments match my rotation?
Yes. Follow ups are short video visits scheduled around nights and rotations, including post shift mornings. Sleep disruption from shift work gets treated as part of the plan, not dismissed as the price of the job.
Why choose shrinkMD over the big systems in Omaha?
Speed and continuity. You are seen as soon as clinician availability allows, not after a system waitlist, you keep the same clinician, and because we do not bill insurance, nothing about your care enters employer or insurer records.
Get started in Omaha
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in Omaha. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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