Online Psychiatrist in Kennewick, WA
Care provided by Samuel Omolade, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in Washington.
The Tri-Cities is one of the largest metro areas in Washington, but it’s a long way from the psychiatric resources of Seattle and Spokane. Local practices fill quickly and new-patient waits are common. Samz Mental Health sees adults in Kennewick, Richland and Pasco by secure video, usually the same day or the next, for evaluation, diagnosis and medication management. No referral is needed.
Usually same day or next day
Secure video, anywhere in Washington
$120 first visit, $90 follow-ups
Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Optum, Carelon
Who We See in Kennewick
The Tri-Cities economy is anchored by the Hanford Site cleanup, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and a large agricultural and food-processing sector. Many of our patients are engineers, scientists, technicians and their families, often people who moved here for work and left their previous prescriber behind. Demanding jobs, security-cleared roles and long hours make a quick, private video visit a practical option.
We also see WSU Tri-Cities and Columbia Basin College students, agricultural and warehouse workers on seasonal schedules, healthcare staff, and parents across Benton and Franklin counties. Anxiety, depression and sleep problems are common reasons people book.
What We Treat
Visits cover psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis and medication management for adults. Common reasons people book:
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Depression, including postpartum depression
- PTSD and trauma and OCD
- Bipolar disorder and insomnia
- Medication management and prescriber transfers
- ESA letter evaluations in Washington
Crisis and Mental Health Help in Benton and Franklin Counties
Benton and Franklin counties are covered by the Greater Columbia regional crisis line at 1-888-544-9986, available 24/7. Anyone can call or text 988 at any hour. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Telepsychiatry is for ongoing care and isn’t a substitute for emergency services.
Kennewick Neighborhoods and Nearby Communities
We see patients across Kennewick, from Southridge and Canyon Lakes to the neighborhoods near Columbia Center and downtown, and throughout the Tri-Cities in Richland, West Richland, Pasco and Finley, as well as Benton City, Prosser and Burbank. Any location in Washington works, as long as you’re in the state when the visit starts.
Cost and Insurance
Self-pay is $120 for the first visit and $90 for follow-ups, and HSA and FSA cards are accepted. We’re in-network with Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum and Carelon Behavioral Health, so insured patients usually pay their specialist copay. We don’t accept Medicaid (Apple Health), Medicare or TRICARE. See insurance and pricing details.
How a First Visit Works
- Book a time in the online portal, often for the same day. No referral is needed.
- Fill out a short intake form about your symptoms, history and medications.
- Meet by secure video from a private spot in Washington.
- If medication fits your plan, it’s sent to your local pharmacy. Follow-ups take 15 to 30 minutes.
Kennewick Patient Questions
Do you see patients in Richland, Pasco and West Richland?
Yes. Visits work anywhere in Washington, including all of the Tri-Cities.
I live in Hermiston, Oregon. Can I be seen?
Only while you’re in Washington during the visit. We aren’t licensed in Oregon, so you’d need to join from the Washington side.
Can follow-ups fit around Hanford or PNNL schedules?
Yes. Follow-ups are 15- to 30-minute video visits that can be booked before or after work or on a day off.
Can WSU Tri-Cities and Columbia Basin College students book?
Yes, adult students can book with an in-network plan or self-pay.
Who do I call in a crisis in Benton or Franklin County?
Call or text 988 any time, or call the Greater Columbia crisis line at 1-888-544-9986. In an emergency, call 911.
Book a Video Visit from Kennewick
Same-day appointments are often available. No referral needed.