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Online psychiatry for Tallahassee, Florida
Board certified telepsychiatry for adults across Tallahassee and the Big Bend, from the Capitol and the Florida State and Florida A and M campuses to Midtown, Killearn, and the canopy roads. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, built for students, state workers, and the rural region this capital anchors.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The capital city
Care for Tallahassee and the Big Bend it anchors
Tallahassee is Florida's capital and a true college town, home to Florida State University, Florida A and M University, and Tallahassee Community College, alongside a large state government workforce. That mix of students, faculty, and public employees keeps the city busy, yet psychiatric appointments can still mean long waits and a scramble to find an opening that fits a class schedule or a workday at the Capitol.
Tallahassee is also the gateway to the Big Bend, a wide, largely rural stretch of north Florida where the nearest psychiatrist can be counties away. shrinkMD brings board certified care to you by secure video, so whether you're a student near campus, a state worker downtown, or in a small town out in the region, the same care reaches you at home.
You'll work with a clinician licensed in Florida, with the warmth, continuity, and follow up you'd expect from an in person practice, reached from a dorm, an apartment in Midtown, an office, or anywhere in the Tallahassee 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 the campuses and the Capitol to the rural Big Bend, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in Tallahassee
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.
Tallahassee resources
Mental health resources in Tallahassee
Public starting points for care in the Tallahassee and Big Bend 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 Big Bend, the area's around the clock crisis and referral helpline, dial 211 or call 850-617-6333, or text your zip code to 898211. Call 911 for emergencies.
- NAMI Tallahassee: education, support groups, and local crisis information at nami-tallahassee.org.
- Apalachee Center: comprehensive mental health and crisis services for Leon and surrounding counties, with 24 hour evaluation at 850-523-3303. A receiving facility under the Baker Act.
- Hospital and academic care: Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare and the Florida State University College of Medicine offer psychiatric services and referrals.
- Managing entity: Big Bend Community Based Care coordinates publicly funded behavioral health services across the region.
- Florida Medicaid: behavioral health coverage and plan information at flmedicaidmanagedcare.com.
- Veterans: the Tallahassee VA Clinic, part of the VA North Florida and South Georgia 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
Tallahassee neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across Tallahassee and the surrounding Big Bend communities, including:
- Downtown and the Capitol district
- Midtown and the All Saints district
- the Florida State and Florida A and M campus areas
- Frenchtown and the Greater Bond neighborhood
- Killearn Estates and Killearn Lakes
- Betton Hills and Lafayette Park
- Southwood and the southeast side
- Bradfordville and the north side
- and nearby Crawfordville, Quincy, Monticello, and the wider Big Bend towns
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in Tallahassee?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in Tallahassee and the Big Bend 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 Tallahassee?
No. shrinkMD does not prescribe controlled substances. We use non controlled medications such as SSRIs and SNRIs, paired with coordinated therapy.
Do you see college students at FSU, FAMU, and TCC?
Yes. We see adult students by secure video, which fits class schedules and works for breaks or trips home, as long as you're physically in Florida at the time of your appointment. We can coordinate with campus counseling and student health as appropriate.
How fast can I be seen in Tallahassee?
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 the area.
What areas around Tallahassee do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from downtown, Midtown, and the campuses to Killearn, Southwood, and Bradfordville, plus the rural Big Bend towns like Crawfordville, Quincy, and Monticello.
Is online care a good fit for the rural Big Bend?
Yes. Telepsychiatry is especially helpful where providers are far away. You get consistent care and follow up from home, without a long drive into Tallahassee for every visit.
What number do I call in Tallahassee for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988, or call 211 Big Bend at 850-617-6333 for around the clock local crisis support and referrals. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department, which serves as a Baker Act receiving facility.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in Tallahassee?
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.
I am a student at FSU or FAMU. Can I keep my clinician after graduation or over summer?
Yes, anywhere in Florida, and in any of the other nine states we serve if you move there. Care does not restart every semester, which is exactly what this age window needs clinically.
I work for the state. Will my employer or insurance ever see my mental health care?
No. We do not bill insurance, so there is no claim and no diagnosis code visible to a state plan. Records are released only with your written authorization.
Get started in Tallahassee
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in the Tallahassee area. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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