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Hometown NP

Telehealth Psychiatry in Maine

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners serving Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, and all of Maine via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth.

All of Maine (ME) · Check current availability
Check availability in ME(708) 847-8688
Licensed inMaine (ME)
AppointmentsHIPAA-compliant video
First visit60–75 min evaluation
PrescriptionsSent electronically
Insurance plans4 accepted in ME
Self-pay rate$150/session

Mental Health Care in Maine

Access gap in Maine: Maine faces a severe psychiatric provider shortage — some rural areas have no prescribers within 60 miles. The state's average wait time for a new outpatient psychiatric appointment exceeds 16 weeks, one of the longest in New England.

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 Maine.

Whether you are in Portland, 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 Maine

AnxietyDepressionADHDBipolar DisorderPTSDOCDSchizophreniaPersonality DisordersAddictionInsomniaEating DisordersPostpartum DepressionPanic DisorderGriefBurnout

Insurance Accepted in Maine

AetnaCignaUnited HealthcareAnthem

Telehealth parity in Maine: Maine law (24-A M.R.S.A. § 4316) requires health insurance plans to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP appointment.

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

How Telehealth Psychiatry Works in Maine

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 Maine

PortlandLewistonBangorSouth PortlandAuburnBiddefordSanfordSacoAugustaWestbrookWatervilleBrunswickScarboroughWindhamGorhamYorkFalmouthKennebunkOronoStandishWellsKitteryBrewerCape ElizabethOld Orchard Beach

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

Telehealth Psychiatry in Neighboring States

Telehealth Psychiatry in New Hampshire

Frequently Asked Questions — Telehealth Psychiatry in Maine

Yes. Hometown NP's board-certified PMHNPs are fully licensed in Maine and provide telehealth psychiatric evaluation and medication management throughout the state — including Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, South Portland, and all surrounding areas. Check the scheduling portal for current appointment availability.

Yes. Telehealth psychiatric care is legal in Maine. All Hometown NP appointments take place via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Maine law (24-A M.R.S.A. § 4316) requires health insurance plans to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP appointment.

Hometown NP accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem for telehealth psychiatric visits in Maine. Maine law (24-A M.R.S.A. § 4316) requires health insurance plans to cover telehealth mental health services at parity with in-person services. Your standard mental health copay applies to your Hometown NP appointment. Self-pay rate is $150/session.

Hometown NP PMHNPs treat a full range of psychiatric conditions in Maine, 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 Maine-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 Maine Today

Board-certified PMHNPs licensed in Maine. Check current telehealth availability. Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare and more accepted.

Book AppointmentCall (708) 847-8688