Mind Over Matter · Orange County roots. California reach.
Telepsychiatry in California.
Thoughtful psychiatric care, closer to your everyday life. Meet with Lori Vasquez, PMHNP-BC, by secure video for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing support.
Based in Newport Beach. Welcoming patients across Orange County, Los Angeles, and throughout California.
You must be physically in California for your appointment.
Your care, with Lori.
Lori Vasquez, PMHNP-BC
Board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner.
- Care that starts with listeningEvaluation, shared decisions, and a plan.
- Support beyond the first visitMedication follow-ups with Lori.
- A clear way to get startedPrivate pay and eligible adult insurance options.
Online psychiatry, explained
Real conversations. A plan you understand.
Telepsychiatry is psychiatric care delivered through video appointments. It can support evaluation, treatment planning, and medication follow-up without a trip to the office.
At Mind Over Matter, we talk about what you’re experiencing, what you’ve already tried, and what you want to change. Your history, health, daily routines, and preferences all help shape the next step.
You can ask questions about benefits, side effects, alternatives, and how we’ll assess progress. Ongoing visits give us time to review how treatment fits your life.
What brings you here?
Start with what you’re experiencing.
You don’t need to arrive with a diagnosis. We can help clarify your concerns and whether our outpatient psychiatric care is a fit.
Anxiety & persistent worry
Explore care for worry, panic symptoms, tension, or anxiety that interferes with daily life.
Explore anxiety careDepression & low mood
Talk through changes in mood, motivation, energy, sleep, or your ability to feel engaged.
Explore depression careADHD & attention concerns
Review attention difficulties, an existing diagnosis, or treatment that needs a fresh look.
Explore ADHD treatmentPregnancy & postpartum
Discuss mental health concerns and psychiatric treatment decisions during this stage of life.
Explore perinatal careAlcohol use concerns
Discuss your drinking, goals, and treatment options. The right setting depends on your needs.
Explore alcohol use careQuestions about ADHD testing?
Our evaluation page explains the assessment pathway, testing tools, and associated fees.
See ADHD testing & evaluationVideo visits are one way to receive care. Your symptoms, medical needs, and safety help determine whether telehealth, an office visit, or another care setting is appropriate.
A Newport Beach practice. Statewide access.
California care, without the commute.
Our Orange County telepsychiatry service connects you with Lori wherever you’re located within California at the time of your visit.
That might mean taking an appointment from home in Irvine, fitting a follow-up around your workday in Los Angeles, or accessing psychiatric care from a community far from our office.
In-person appointments are available at 901 Dove Street, Suite 160, Newport Beach, CA 92660, by appointment. Tell us your preference when getting started.
Telehealth service areas
- Orange County
- Newport Beach, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and communities throughout OC.
- Los Angeles & Southern California
- Los Angeles County, San Diego, and the Inland Empire.
- Central & Northern California
- The Central Coast, Central Valley, Sacramento, the Bay Area, and rural communities across the state.
These are virtual service areas. Our office is in Newport Beach. If you’ll be outside California, contact us before scheduling or joining a visit.
Your first steps
How a telehealth appointment works.
A little preparation helps us spend the visit on what matters to you.
Choose your starting point
Visit Get Started for the private-pay or adult insurance pathway. Share what you’re seeking help with and check current availability.
Prepare for your visit
Complete your intake forms and gather your medication list, relevant records, and questions. Follow the joining instructions sent with your appointment.
Meet with Lori by video
Discuss your concerns, history, daily functioning, and goals. We’ll review treatment options and whether additional information or assessment is needed.
Build on the conversation
Agree on next steps and a follow-up plan. When medication is part of care, we review your response, side effects, and any needed changes.
Know your options
Telepsychiatry cost & insurance.
Choose the pathway that fits your situation. Confirm your appointment type and expected cost before booking.
Private-pay initial visit
$450 / 60 minutes
A psychiatric evaluation for new private-pay patients. Adults and minors can use the private-pay pathway when care is appropriate.
Review evaluation feesPrivate-pay follow-ups
$200 / 20 minutes
Longer follow-up appointments are available at different rates. No membership or subscription is required.
Compare visit lengths & feesInsurance for eligible adults
Adults 18 and older may use participating insurance through Headway. Verify plan participation, eligibility, and your expected cost before booking.
Patients under 18 use our private-pay pathway.
Check your booking optionsAdditional services may have separate fees. See our full fee schedule for current details and our ADHD evaluation page if testing is your primary goal.
Before you book
Questions about virtual psychiatric care?
Here’s what to know about medication, privacy, appointment fit, and getting started.
Find your next step or call (949) 569-5197 with scheduling questions.
Can medication be prescribed through telehealth?
Medication may be prescribed when clinically appropriate after an evaluation. Recommendations depend on your symptoms, health history, and safety needs. Some treatments require additional assessment, monitoring, or an in-person visit. Booking an appointment does not guarantee a prescription or a particular medication.
Can I get ADHD treatment or stimulant medication online?
Telehealth may be part of ADHD evaluation and ongoing treatment. Lori first reviews your history, diagnostic information, and current needs. Medication and visit-format decisions follow clinical judgment, practice policies, and current requirements; a specific prescription is not guaranteed. See ADHD treatment and the separate evaluation pathway for details.
Is telepsychiatry a good fit for me?
It can be a useful option for outpatient psychiatric evaluations and follow-up when you have a private space and can participate by video. We consider your symptoms, safety, medical needs, and preferences. An office assessment or a different level of care may be more appropriate for some concerns.
Does insurance cover online psychiatric appointments?
Coverage depends on your plan, benefits, and eligibility. Eligible adults 18 and older can check participating insurance through our Headway pathway. Private-pay visits are also available, and patients under 18 are private pay. Start with our booking options to verify details.
Can I book without insurance?
Yes. Choose the private-pay pathway on our Get Started page. Review the current fee schedule and appointment options before booking. We offer initial evaluations and follow-up visits without a membership requirement.
Do you see teens through telehealth?
We offer psychiatric care for adolescents when appropriate. Contact us to confirm that our services fit your teen’s needs and to discuss consent, caregiver involvement, and visit format. Patients under 18 use the private-pay pathway.
Can I attend while traveling outside California?
You must be physically in California during appointments with this practice. A California home address does not replace that requirement. If you have travel plans, contact us in advance so we can discuss scheduling and continuity of care.
What technology do I need, and is the visit private?
You’ll need a camera, microphone, reliable internet, and access to the video platform listed in your appointment instructions. We use secure video for visits. Choose a private room, consider headphones, and tell us if someone else is present or you cannot speak freely.
Can you work with my current therapist?
When appropriate and with your authorization, we can coordinate with your therapist or other clinicians. Psychiatric visits may include brief supportive psychotherapy and recommendations for additional therapy. Discuss your goals and any coordination fees before arranging that work.
What if I already take psychiatric medication?
Bring a current medication list and relevant treatment records. Lori will review what has helped, any side effects, and your ongoing needs. Continuing or changing a prescription depends on the evaluation; transferring care does not automatically transfer a prescription.
What if I need to come into the office?
Tell us when you book or discuss it with Lori during care. In-person appointments are available in Newport Beach by appointment. If travel is difficult and you need a service we cannot provide remotely, we can discuss appropriate next steps.
How soon can I schedule a telehealth visit?
Availability varies by appointment type and booking pathway. Visit Get Started for current options. If you need immediate help, use the crisis and emergency resources below rather than waiting for an appointment or message response.
Make room for feeling better.
Whether you’re nearby in Orange County or elsewhere in California, your next step can start with a conversation. Explore appointment options with Mind Over Matter.