Falmouth, Maine
Online Psychiatrist for Anxiety in Falmouth, Maine
Board certified, physician led anxiety care for adults in Falmouth, Maine, by secure video.
Written under the clinical direction of Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Last updated October 4, 2026 · Editorial policy
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Anxiety in Falmouth
Anxiety help in Falmouth, Maine
If you are searching for anxiety help in Falmouth, you are probably tired of waitlists. shrinkMD is built for timely access, so you can meet a clinician from home.
Falmouth is an established residential suburb just north of Portland on Casco Bay. Its residents, families and professionals in one of Greater Portland's established suburbs, deserve psychiatric care that does not require a long drive or a long wait. shrinkMD is licensed across Maine and serves Falmouth by secure video.
Mental health shortage data
Is Falmouth a mental health shortage area?
Cumberland County outlined; dot marks Falmouth. Light teal: other designated counties.
Neither Falmouth nor the rest of Cumberland County has a current mental health shortage designation. 12 of Maine's 16 counties do, mostly in the north, west, and Down East.
Even outside designated areas, new-patient waits for psychiatry can run long. Our guide to choosing the right kind of mental health professional can help you find the fastest route to care.
See Cumberland County on the Maine shortage map · All Maine designations
Source: HRSA mental health shortage designations, checked September 28, 2026; 2020 Census. Shrinktionary and shrinkMD are part of The Shrink Network, founded by Shariq Refai, MD.
Our approach
How we treat anxiety
Anxiety can show up as constant worry, a racing mind, a pounding heart, trouble sleeping, irritability, or a sense of dread that does not match what is actually in front of you. Good anxiety care is not about numbing it. We diagnose carefully, use non-controlled medication when it earns its place, and pair it with strategies that lower the baseline so the worry has less to grab onto. Because we do not prescribe controlled substances like Xanax or other benzodiazepines, anxiety care here is built around treatments that create lasting stability instead of short-term sedation.
Why timely care matters
Getting anxiety care in Falmouth without the wait
Falmouth is home to about 12,000 residents. Many residents live hours from the nearest psychiatrist, and rural Maine has long faced a shortage of mental health providers. So even here, a timely in-person psychiatry appointment can be hard to come by, and that is the gap online anxiety care fills for Falmouth adults.
Care that fits
Online anxiety care that fits Falmouth life
Telepsychiatry suits Falmouth well: no commute, no waiting room, and the same board certified clinician over time, which is what makes anxiety treatment actually stick. shrinkMD is opening to patients first in Maine. Join the waitlist and we will reach out the day intake opens, or read how to start care first. You can also see our broader anxiety care or anxiety care across Maine.
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Can anxiety really be treated online?
Yes. Research shows video-based psychiatric care works as well as in-person care for anxiety disorders, and it often improves how consistently people keep up with follow-up.
Will I be put on Xanax or a benzodiazepine?
No. shrinkMD does not prescribe benzodiazepines for ongoing care. We focus on non-controlled options that treat anxiety durably, paired with skills and therapy.
Do I need a therapist already?
No. We can coordinate therapy if it helps, but you can start with an evaluation and a plan from your clinician first.
Do I have to live in Falmouth to be seen?
You need to be located in Maine during your visits, since that is where we are licensed. Falmouth and the surrounding area are covered.
Is online anxiety care as good as in person in Falmouth?
For most adults, yes. Research shows video-based psychiatric care matches in-person care for anxiety, and it is often easier to keep up with from Falmouth.
How much does an online psychiatrist cost without insurance?
Initial evaluations start at $295 and follow-ups run $110 to $215, with an optional $49 per month membership where offered (Maine, once intake opens). shrinkMD is cash pay and provides a superbill on request.
Is online psychiatry legit?
Yes. shrinkMD is LegitScript certified and led by a board certified psychiatrist, with care delivered by licensed clinicians over secure, HIPAA compliant video.
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