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Online psychiatry for South Portland, Maine
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults in South Portland, just across the Fore River from Portland. From Willard Beach and Mill Creek to the Maine Mall and the Knightville waterfront, expert psychiatric care reaches you by secure video.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
Across the Fore River
Care for South Portland and Greater Portland
South Portland sits right across the Fore River from Portland, a dense, busy city in its own right, with the Maine Mall and the region's retail core, the working waterfront, and quieter pockets like Willard Beach and Mill Creek. People here are tied closely to Portland for work and care, and that means they share the same crowded mental health system, with long waits and providers stretched thin.
shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so you don't have to cross a bridge, fight Mall traffic, or wait months to be seen. Care reaches you wherever you are in South Portland.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Maine, with the same warmth, continuity, and follow up you'd expect from an in person practice, reached from home, work, or anywhere in the Greater Portland area.
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 Willard Beach to the Maine Mall, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in South Portland
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.
South Portland resources
Mental health resources in the South Portland area
Public starting points for care in and around South Portland. 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). Maine Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112, staffed around the clock by phone, text, and chat. Call 911 for emergencies.
- The Opportunity Alliance: the designated crisis provider for Cumberland County, with mobile crisis response and a walk in Crisis Center serving Greater Portland.
- Maine Medical Center in Portland and Spring Harbor Hospital in Westbrook: hospital and inpatient psychiatric care a short distance away.
- NAMI Maine: a statewide helpline, support groups, and an online database of more than 250 Maine mental health resources searchable by county, at namimaine.org.
- 211 Maine: dial 211 for free, confidential local referrals.
- MaineCare, Maine Medicaid: behavioral health coverage at maine.gov/dhhs.
- Veterans: the VA Maine Healthcare System serves the South Portland area. Veterans Crisis Line, call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Cost and coverage
Insurance, access, and appointment availability in Maine
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 Maine 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
South Portland neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across South Portland and the surrounding Greater Portland communities, including:
- Willard Beach and Willard Square
- Knightville and the Mill Creek area
- Ferry Village
- the Maine Mall area and Pleasantdale
- Cash Corner and Thornton Heights
- and nearby Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, and Westbrook
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in South Portland?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in South Portland by secure video, as long as you're physically located in Maine and your clinician holds an active Maine license at the time of your appointment.
Do you prescribe controlled medication in South Portland?
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 South Portland?
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 Greater Portland.
What areas of South Portland do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from Willard Beach and Knightville to the Maine Mall area, plus nearby Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, and Westbrook.
Do I have to cross into Portland for appointments?
No. With telepsychiatry there's no bridge to cross and no Mall traffic. You meet your clinician by secure video from home or any private spot in South Portland.
What number do I call in South Portland for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988, or call the Maine Crisis Line at 1-888-568-1112, staffed 24/7 by phone, text, and chat. In Cumberland County, The Opportunity Alliance provides mobile crisis response. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in South Portland?
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 South Portland, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home, work, or any private spot with an internet connection.
I am a working parent. When do appointments actually fit?
In the seams: after school drop off, during lunch, or once the kids are down. Fifteen to thirty minute video follow ups are designed for calendars like yours, without crossing the bridge into Portland.
Is my care private from my employer at the mall, the airport, or the hospital?
Completely. We bill no insurance, so there is no claim tied to a workplace plan, and nothing is shared with any employer. Records move only with your written authorization.
Get started in South Portland
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in South Portland. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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