Same-Day Virtual & Telehealth Appointments — North Carolina

Online psychiatrist now serving Apex & all of North Carolina

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Online Mental Health Services in North Carolina

Quick Facts: Online Mental Health Services in NC

  • Accepting new patients — same-day and next-day appointments available
  • Serving all of North Carolina via secure telehealth
  • NC-licensed providers accept Medicaid, BCBS, Aetna & most major insurance
  • ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, insomnia & bipolar disorder treated
  • Prescriptions sent directly to your pharmacy after your visit
  • Telehealth psychiatry is as effective as in-person care for most conditions

Comprehensive psychiatric care with same-day appointments and professional therapy services. Licensed providers and licensed therapist Turner offering personalized treatment for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and more.

Same-day appointments available for psychiatric services • Therapy sessions scheduled in advance

All services available statewide through our online psychiatry program. Browse by condition on our NC Psychiatrist hub.

Our Online Psychiatry Services

Evidence-based psychiatric care and professional therapy tailored to your individual needs

Personalized Care

Every treatment plan is customized to your specific needs, symptoms, and goals for optimal outcomes in both psychiatric care and therapy.

Evidence-Based

We use proven, research-backed treatments and therapies for the most effective mental health care and therapeutic interventions.

Collaborative

We work closely with you and your healthcare team to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care between psychiatric services and therapy.

Conditions and Treatment Options

Do you offer same-day psychiatric appointments?

Yes. We offer same-day and next-day appointments for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Most patients are seen within 24 hours of scheduling.

What mental health conditions do you treat?

We treat ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and other psychiatric conditions. Our providers also offer individual therapy for a wide range of mental health concerns.

Do you offer telepsychiatry in North Carolina?

Yes. All psychiatric services are available via secure, HIPAA-compliant video visits to patients anywhere in North Carolina. No in-person visit is required.

Do you accept insurance?

We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, and Medicaid. Contact us to verify your specific plan.

Can I get medication refills without a full appointment?

Yes. Our Quick Medication Refill service provides same-day prescription refills for non-stimulant medications. This is a cash-pay service for established and new patients.

Crisis Resources

If you're experiencing a mental health emergency, please reach out for immediate help.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Services in North Carolina: What We Offer and How We Help

Pinnacle Behavioral Health and Wellness is a North Carolina-based telepsychiatry practice. We offer a full range of outpatient psychiatric services to patients across the state. Our practice was built on one principle: quality psychiatric care should be accessible to every North Carolinian. Geography, schedule, and income should not be barriers. Through secure, HIPAA-compliant video appointments, we remove the obstacles that keep people from getting help. That means no long waits, no long drives, and no scheduling conflicts.

Our licensed psychiatric nurse practitioners specialize in adult and young adult psychiatry. They have deep experience in the conditions that most commonly affect North Carolinians. These include ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, and insomnia. We take a collaborative, patient-centered approach. We work with each patient to understand their situation, their history, and their goals. We do that before recommending any course of action.

Psychiatric Evaluation and Diagnosis

Every patient starts with a full evaluation. This first visit is typically 45 to 60 minutes. Your provider reviews your symptoms, your history, and your goals. You leave with a clear care plan.

At the end of the evaluation, your provider explains the findings in plain language. They walk you through the diagnostic reasoning and propose a treatment plan. You have time to ask questions and share concerns. We believe informed patients get better outcomes. We take the time to make sure every patient understands their condition and their options.

Medication Management and Ongoing Care

Psychiatric medication management is a core service at Pinnacle. For patients who are good candidates for medication, we explain all relevant options. We cover how each medication works, its expected benefits, potential side effects, and the timeline for response. We also discuss practical considerations for daily use. We start medications conservatively. Low doses are used first, then adjusted gradually based on how well the medication works and how well it is tolerated.

Follow-up medication visits are typically 15 to 30 minutes. They are done by video with flexible scheduling. Stable patients usually check in quarterly. Those who need adjustments come in more often.