Online Psychiatrist in Binghamton, NY
Care provided by Samuel Omolade, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in New York.
Binghamton sits in New York’s Southern Tier, a region with far fewer psychiatric prescribers than it needs. Local waits can run long, and the next nearest options are in Syracuse or Ithaca. Samz Mental Health sees Binghamton adults 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 New York
$120 first visit, $90 follow-ups
Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Optum, Carelon
Who We See in Binghamton
Binghamton University brings thousands of students to the area, many from downstate, and plenty of them arrive on a medication prescribed back home or develop anxiety and depression during the semester. We see them by video from campus housing in Vestal or an apartment downtown.
We also see healthcare and manufacturing workers, SUNY Broome students, and long-time residents across Broome County, including families who have dealt with repeated Susquehanna River flooding. Long, gray winters make seasonal depression a common reason to book. Because the Pennsylvania line is minutes away, note that visits must take place while you’re in New York.
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 New York
Crisis and Mental Health Help in Broome County
Anyone in Binghamton can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, at any hour. For referrals to local mental health services, call 211. Binghamton University students can also contact the university counseling center. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Telepsychiatry is for ongoing care and isn’t a substitute for emergency services.
Binghamton Neighborhoods and Nearby Communities
We see patients across Binghamton, including Downtown, the West Side, the First Ward and the South Side, and in Vestal, Johnson City, Endicott, Endwell, Kirkwood and Chenango Bridge. Any location in New York State 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 or Medicare. 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 New York.
- If medication fits your plan, it’s sent to your pharmacy. Follow-ups take 15 to 30 minutes.
Binghamton Patient Questions
Can Binghamton University students book?
Yes, if you’re in New York during the visit, with an in-network plan, including a parent’s employer plan, or self-pay.
I’m home in Pennsylvania for the weekend. Can I do a visit?
No. You need to be in New York when the visit starts, so schedule it for when you’re back on the New York side of the line.
Do you see patients in Vestal, Johnson City and Endicott?
Yes. Visits work anywhere in New York State.
How soon can I be seen?
Usually the same day or the next morning.
Who do I call in a crisis in Broome County?
Call or text 988 any time. For local referrals, call 211. Binghamton University students can also contact the university counseling center. In an emergency, call 911.
Book a Video Visit from Binghamton
Same-day appointments are often available. No referral needed.