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Hometown NP

Telehealth Psychiatry in Florida

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners serving Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, and all of Florida via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth.

All of Florida (FL) · 2 providers listed
Check availability in FL(708) 847-8688
Licensed inFlorida (FL)
AppointmentsHIPAA-compliant video
First visit60–75 min evaluation
PrescriptionsSent electronically
Insurance plans7 accepted in FL
Self-pay rate$150/session

Mental Health Care in Florida

Access gap in Florida: Florida has approximately 1 mental health provider for every 600 residents needing care — among the lowest ratios nationally. The state has consistently ranked in the bottom 5 for mental health care access and affordability, according to Mental Health America.

Hometown NP bridges this gap by providing fully licensed, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medications via telehealth — legally, safely, and conveniently — to residents throughout Florida.

Whether you are in Jacksonville, a rural community, or anywhere in between, you can access board-certified psychiatric care from the comfort of home — via secure, HIPAA-compliant video. Check the scheduling portal for current appointment availability; most major insurance plans are accepted.

Conditions We Treat in Florida

AnxietyDepressionADHDBipolar DisorderPTSDOCDSchizophreniaPersonality DisordersAddictionInsomniaEating DisordersPostpartum DepressionPanic DisorderGriefBurnout

Florida Psychiatric Providers

Grace Esmalla

Grace Esmalla

PMHNP-BC

Accepting patients

Specializes in anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

8+ years experience · PMHNP-BC

Julia Jones

Julia Jones

PMHNP-BC

Accepting patients

Specializes in bipolar disorder, PTSD, and complex depression.

6+ years experience · PMHNP-BC

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Insurance Accepted in Florida

AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnited HealthcareHumanaMedicareTRICARE

Telehealth parity in Florida: Florida's telehealth parity statute (Fla. Stat. § 627.42397) requires most health insurers to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP telehealth appointment.

Self-pay rate: $150/session. We verify your benefits before your first appointment — no surprises.

How Telehealth Psychiatry Works in Florida

1

Check Availability Online

View current appointment options in the scheduling portal. No referral required.

2

Complete Your Intake

Fill out a brief health history form securely before your visit.

3

Meet Your PMHNP

60–75 min evaluation via HIPAA-compliant video from your home.

4

Start Your Care Plan

Review your diagnosis and treatment plan; prescriptions are provided if clinically appropriate.

Cities We Serve in Florida

JacksonvilleMiamiTampaOrlandoSt. PetersburgHialeahPort St. LucieCape CoralTallahasseeFort LauderdalePembroke PinesHollywoodGainesvilleMiramarCoral SpringsPalm BayWest Palm BeachClearwaterLakelandPompano BeachDavieMiami GardensBoca RatonSarasotaKissimmee

+ all communities throughout Florida. Telehealth means no travel required — we serve every zip code in FL.

Telehealth Psychiatry in Neighboring States

Telehealth Psychiatry in Georgia

Frequently Asked Questions — Telehealth Psychiatry in Florida

Yes. Hometown NP's board-certified PMHNPs are fully licensed in Florida and provide telehealth psychiatric evaluation and medication management throughout the state — including Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and all surrounding areas. Check the scheduling portal for current appointment availability.

Yes. Telehealth psychiatric care is legal in Florida. All Hometown NP appointments take place via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Florida's telehealth parity statute (Fla. Stat. § 627.42397) requires most health insurers to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP telehealth appointment.

Hometown NP accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Humana, Medicare, TRICARE for telehealth psychiatric visits in Florida. Florida's telehealth parity statute (Fla. Stat. § 627.42397) requires most health insurers to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP telehealth appointment. Self-pay rate is $150/session.

Hometown NP PMHNPs treat a full range of psychiatric conditions in Florida, including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, postpartum depression, personality disorders, and more. View all 15 conditions we treat.

Book an appointment through our scheduling portal. Choose a Florida-licensed provider, complete your intake forms, and attend your 60–75 minute initial evaluation via secure video from your home. Prescriptions, if appropriate, are sent electronically to your pharmacy.

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your specific situation. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Start Psychiatric Care in Florida Today

Board-certified PMHNPs licensed in Florida. Check current telehealth availability. Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and more accepted.

Book AppointmentCall (708) 847-8688