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Online psychiatry for West Palm Beach, Florida
Discreet telepsychiatry for adults across West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, from Downtown and the historic El Cid district to the island of Palm Beach just across the water, and north to Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter. Expert psychiatric care by secure video, on your schedule.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Published June 7, 2026 · Last reviewed June 8, 2026 · Editorial policy
The Palm Beaches
Psychiatric care that works around West Palm Beach life
West Palm Beach is the heart of the Palm Beaches, a working downtown on the Intracoastal with the island of Palm Beach just across the water and the growing communities of Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter to the north. It draws professionals, families, students, and a sizable seasonal population, and life here moves between the office, the water, and the road north on a calendar that rarely sits still. Even so, a psychiatrist accepting new patients can be a long wait away.
shrinkMD closes that gap. You meet your clinician by secure video from your home in El Cid, your downtown office, or wherever the day takes you, with no waiting room, no traffic on Okeechobee Boulevard, and no chance of running into a familiar face in a lobby. For people whose schedules and travel make a standing appointment hard to keep, care that comes to you simply works.
You'll work with one clinician licensed in Florida, with the warmth, continuity, and follow up of an in person practice, so your care carries forward and grows stronger over time.
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 waterfront downtown to the northern communities, expert care is a few days away.
How it works
Getting started in West Palm Beach
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.
West Palm Beach resources
Mental health resources in the West Palm Beach area
Public starting points for care in and around West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. 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 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast offers 24/7 crisis support and referrals, dial 211 or call 561-383-1111. Call 911 for emergencies.
- NAMI Palm Beach County: education, support groups, and a helpline, call or text 561-588-3477.
- Local hospital and crisis care: the Jerome Golden Center for Behavioral Health serves the area as a Baker Act receiving facility, and JFK Behavioral Health and HCA Florida hospitals provide psychiatric services in Palm Beach County.
- Managing entity: the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network coordinates publicly funded behavioral health services for Palm Beach County.
- Florida Medicaid: behavioral health coverage information at myflfamilies.com and flmedicaidmanagedcare.com.
- Veterans: the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center serves Palm Beach County veterans. 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
West Palm Beach neighborhoods and nearby areas we serve
shrinkMD provides telepsychiatry across West Palm Beach and the surrounding Palm Beach County communities, including:
- Downtown and CityPlace
- El Cid and the historic districts
- Flamingo Park and SoSo (South of Southern)
- Northwood and Old Northwood
- the island of Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens and North Palm Beach
- Jupiter and Jupiter Island
- Wellington and Royal Palm Beach
- and nearby Lake Worth Beach, Lantana, and Riviera Beach
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is telepsychiatry available in West Palm Beach?
Yes. You can be seen anywhere in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach?
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 West Palm Beach?
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 taking new patients in Palm Beach County.
What areas of West Palm Beach do you serve?
All of it by secure video, from Downtown, El Cid, and Flamingo Park to the island of Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, Wellington, and nearby Lake Worth Beach.
Is online psychiatry private and convenient for a busy professional?
Yes. You meet your clinician by secure, HIPAA compliant video from home, the office, or on the road, with no waiting room and no traffic. It's discreet care that fits around demanding work and family schedules.
What number do I call in West Palm Beach for a mental health emergency?
Call or text 988 from anywhere in West Palm Beach, or reach 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast at 561-383-1111 for 24/7 support. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department, which under Florida's Baker Act can serve as a receiving facility.
Does insurance cover telepsychiatry in West Palm Beach?
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 West Palm Beach area, by secure, HIPAA compliant video, from home, the office, or any private spot with an internet connection.
My schedule changes with the season. Can appointments flex with it?
Yes. Seasonal rhythms are normal here, from hospitality to the equestrian calendar, and follow up timing flexes with your real availability rather than a clinic's grid.
Do you see healthcare workers from the medical corridors here?
Yes, many. Care stays outside employer systems entirely, scheduling works around shifts, and we pay particular attention to burnout, sleep disruption, and the anxiety that hides behind clinical competence.
Get started in West Palm Beach
Expert psychiatric care, wherever you are in West Palm Beach. Complete the intake and book your evaluation online, often as soon as availability allows.
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