Published 2026-07-20 · Health & Mental Health Clinic
What Is Online Psychiatry?
Online psychiatry (also called telepsychiatry or telehealth psychiatry) means meeting with a psychiatric provider by secure video instead of visiting an office. Everything a typical outpatient psychiatric visit involves — the conversation, the assessment, the treatment plan, the prescription — happens the same way, just over a video call.
What You Need
Just three things: a device with a camera (phone, tablet, or computer), an internet connection, and a private, quiet spot. There is no software to buy — you receive a secure link for your appointment.
Your First Appointment
The first visit is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Your provider asks about your symptoms, history, medications, and goals, and works with you on a diagnosis and a treatment plan. It is longer than a regular follow-up so nothing gets rushed.
Prescriptions and Refills
If medication is part of your plan, prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose. Ongoing medication management — follow-ups, dose adjustments, refills — is handled through short telehealth visits.
Who Online Psychiatry Works Well For
Telehealth is a strong fit for busy adults, students, parents, and anyone far from a psychiatric office. It is commonly used for ADHD, anxiety and panic, depression and mood disorders, and insomnia. It is not for emergencies — in a crisis, call or text 988 or call 911.
Online Psychiatry in Florida
Hans Beliard, PMHNP provides telehealth psychiatry to patients anywhere in Florida, including Coral Springs, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, with sessions in English, French, and Spanish. Many insurance plans are accepted.