Online Psychiatrist in Olympia, WA
Care provided by Samuel Omolade, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in Washington.
Thurston County has grown steadily, but the number of psychiatric prescribers taking new patients hasn’t kept up. Olympia-area residents often wait weeks or drive to Tacoma for care. Samz Mental Health sees adults in Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater 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 Olympia
As the state capital, Olympia is home to thousands of state employees, legislative staff and the agencies and nonprofits around them. Many of our patients work in demanding public-sector roles, and the stress of busy legislative sessions, budget cycles and public-facing work comes up often. Video visits from home or a private office mean no extra time away from work.
We also see students at The Evergreen State College and Saint Martin’s University, healthcare workers, teachers, and families who moved to Lacey and Tumwater from more expensive parts of the Puget Sound. Long, gray winters make seasonal mood changes and sleep problems 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 Thurston County
Thurston and Mason counties are covered by the Thurston-Mason regional crisis line at 1-800-270-0041, 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.
Olympia Neighborhoods and Nearby Communities
We see patients across Olympia, from Downtown, the Westside and Eastside to South Capitol and the neighborhoods around Budd Inlet, and throughout the county in Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino, Rainier and Rochester, plus Shelton in Mason County. 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.
Olympia Patient Questions
Do you take state employee health plans?
We’re in-network with Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum and Carelon. If your plan is administered by one of those, check your card or call us to confirm. Self-pay is $120 for the first visit and $90 for follow-ups.
Do you see patients in Lacey, Tumwater and Yelm?
Yes. Visits work anywhere in Washington with a stable internet or cell connection.
Can Evergreen and Saint Martin’s students book?
Yes, adult students can book with an in-network plan or self-pay.
How soon can I be seen?
Usually the same day or the next morning.
Who do I call in a crisis in Thurston County?
Call or text 988 any time, or call the Thurston-Mason regional crisis line at 1-800-270-0041. In an emergency, call 911.
Book a Video Visit from Olympia
Same-day appointments are often available. No referral needed.