Virtual psychiatric care in Texas

Online psychiatric care, wherever you are in Texas.

Thoughtful evaluations and ongoing medication support for teens 13+ and adults, with secure video appointments across Texas and in-person care available in Austin.

LaShondra Kale, PMHNP-BC, founder of Renewed Hope and Wellness

A clearer next step

Get care without adding a long drive to an already full day.

When anxiety, low mood, sleep changes, or other mental health concerns keep taking up space, finding the right support can feel like one more hard thing to organise. Online psychiatric care gives you a private, convenient place to talk through what is happening with a clinician who takes the time to listen.

Renewed Hope and Wellness serves teens 13 and older and adults throughout Texas. Your appointment is held by secure video, so you can meet from a private location where you feel comfortable. If you are in the Austin area, in-person appointments are also available.

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Is this the right fit?

Care for the questions that deserve more than a quick answer.

An appointment can be a useful starting point when your usual ways of coping are not enough, when symptoms have changed, or when you want help understanding what support may fit.

You feel stuck or worn down

Anxiety, panic, depression, mood changes, sleep problems, and life transitions can affect how you feel at home, at school, or at work.

You want to revisit a treatment plan

If a medication has not felt effective, has caused side effects, or simply needs a thoughtful review, ongoing care gives you room to talk through the next step.

You are ready for a collaborative conversation

You do not need a diagnosis or a perfect explanation before you book. The first visit is designed to understand your full picture and decide together what may help.

What virtual care looks like

Simple to start. Personal throughout.

01Request your appointmentChoose a time through the secure scheduling portal. New patients are welcome.
02Share your intake informationComplete the forms before your visit so more appointment time can be spent on the concerns that brought you in.
03Meet by secure video from TexasJoin from a private place where you are comfortable. You must be physically located in Texas at the time of the appointment.
04Decide what support fitsTalk through options such as follow-up care, therapy, medication discussion, or another resource that is a better fit for your needs.

Care designed around you

One clinician who knows the context behind the symptoms.

Every visit is with LaShondra Kale, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, founder of Renewed Hope and Wellness. With more than 13 years in nursing across long-term care, NICU, home health, school nursing, and psychiatric settings, she brings a broad perspective to each conversation.

Your first evaluation is a chance to discuss current concerns, your health history, past treatment, medications, and the goals that matter to you. Follow-up appointments build on that conversation. Care can include therapy-informed support, practical strategies, and medication management when it is appropriate.

The practice focuses on effective non-controlled medication options. Controlled medications, including stimulants and benzodiazepines, are not prescribed. If that type of treatment is clinically indicated, the practice can help point you toward a provider who offers it. Clarity about that boundary early on helps you choose care with confidence.

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Your appointment options

Support that can keep pace with real life.

Comprehensive first appointments

Initial psychiatric evaluations can be up to 60 minutes, giving you time to share the details that matter and ask the questions on your mind.

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Medication follow-up care

When medication is part of your plan, follow-up visits are generally about 30 minutes and focus on progress, concerns, and adjustments.

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Austin in-person visits

Patients in the Austin area may choose an in-person appointment or secure video care, based on availability and what feels right.

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Before your first visit

A few small preparations can make more room for the conversation.

Set aside a private, quiet place with a dependable internet connection. Have a photo ID, current medication list, and any past treatment information nearby if you have it. It can also help to jot down a few changes you have noticed, questions you want to ask, or goals you would like to work toward.

If you have worked with a therapist, primary-care provider, or another prescriber, you can note what has been helpful and what has not. That context can make it easier to decide what to explore together, but it is never a requirement for scheduling.

You do not need to sort everything out before your appointment. Many people book because they are unsure what they need, not because they already have a plan. The purpose of an evaluation is to create that clarity together.

Insurance options vary by state and plan. Call or text 737-234-6591 if you would like to ask about current coverage before you schedule. Private-pay pricing is also available to review before you book.

Make the visit your own

Bring the questions that have been sitting with you.

There is no script for a psychiatric appointment, but it can be helpful to think about what you most want to understand. You may want to ask why a symptom is showing up now, whether medication could be useful, what side effects to watch for, or how therapy and medication care can work together. You may also want to talk about sleep, stress, school or work demands, family changes, or previous care that did not feel like a fit.

A virtual visit is still a real clinical conversation. The screen changes the setting, not the attention you receive. If you are worried about privacy at home, consider using headphones, sitting in a parked car in a safe location, or choosing another private space where you can speak freely. The practice will help you understand the logistics before your first visit.

Virtual care can be especially practical when travel, work schedules, caregiving, or distance from an Austin office would otherwise delay support. It does not mean your care is less personal. Your clinician can still hear what has changed, help you weigh options, and build continuity from one appointment to the next.

If you are in immediate danger or having a mental health emergency, call or text 988, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. Renewed Hope and Wellness does not provide 24/7 crisis services. For ongoing concerns that deserve a thoughtful plan, an appointment is a place to begin.

Questions, answered

Online psychiatric care in Texas

Can I see an online psychiatrist from anywhere in Texas?

Yes. Renewed Hope and Wellness offers secure video psychiatric appointments to patients who are physically located in Texas at the time of their visit. In-person appointments are also available in the Austin area.

What happens during a virtual psychiatric evaluation?

Your first appointment can be up to 60 minutes. You and LaShondra will discuss your concerns, health history, previous treatment, medications, and what you hope will feel different. The goal is a clear, collaborative next step, not a rushed answer.

Does online psychiatric care include medication management?

It can. When medication is appropriate, options are discussed in the context of your symptoms, health history, preferences, and goals. Follow-up appointments make room to review progress, side effects, and possible adjustments. The practice focuses on non-controlled medication options.

Do you see teenagers online in Texas?

Renewed Hope and Wellness sees adolescents age 13 and older, as well as adults. A parent or guardian can ask about the scheduling process for a teen by calling or texting the practice.

How do I prepare for an online appointment?

Choose a private place in Texas with a dependable internet connection, complete your intake forms before the visit, and bring a list of current medications and questions. You do not need to have the right words before you begin.

Start with a conversation

Care that begins with listening.

Request an appointment online, or call or text the practice to talk through your next step.

Book Appointment Call or text 737-234-6591