Psychiatric Care FAQs in Texas
These frequently asked questions explain how telehealth psychiatric care works at Supportive Minds in Texas. Learn about insurance, the ages we treat, what a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner does, how addiction treatment and geriatric psychiatry work, what happens at a psychiatric evaluation and how to schedule online for a secure video visit.
About Our Care
What does a psychiatric nurse practitioner do?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner evaluates, diagnoses and treats mental health and substance use conditions, including prescribing and managing medications.
Who provides care?
Ifeoma Nweke, RN, BSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner.
What ages do you treat?
We treat patients ages 12 and older, including teens, adults and seniors.
Can a nurse practitioner prescribe psychiatric medication in Texas?
Yes. Texas nurse practitioners can prescribe psychiatric medications under a prescriptive authority agreement with a physician, as state law requires.
Insurance and Scheduling
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We accept major insurance plans. Share your insurance details when you book and we will confirm your coverage.
How do I schedule a visit?
Use our online scheduling or call 682-486-6633.
Telehealth Visits
How do telehealth visits work?
After you schedule, you receive a secure link and join from a phone, tablet or computer with a camera.
Do I need to be in Texas for my visit?
Yes. You need to be located in Texas at the time of each visit.
Can a parent or family member join?
Yes. A parent or guardian joins visits for patients under 18, and adult patients can invite a family member with their permission.
Services
Do you offer addiction treatment?
Yes. We offer addiction treatment by telehealth, including follow-up after addiction treatment, counseling, referrals and MAT where clinically appropriate and permitted by federal and Texas law.
What is geriatric psychiatry?
Geriatric psychiatry is mental health care for older adults that considers aging, other health conditions and multiple medications.
What happens at my first appointment?
Your first visit is a psychiatric evaluation. We review your symptoms, history, medications and goals and build a personalized care plan with you.
What should I do in a crisis?
Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911. Telehealth visits are not for emergencies.
Schedule your telehealth visit
Book online or call 682-486-6633. Visits are by secure video from anywhere in Texas.
Request a telehealth appointment
Or call 682-486-6633.