Augusta, Maine
Online psychiatrist for depression in Augusta
Board certified, physician led depression care for adults in Augusta, Maine, by secure video.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Last reviewed June 29, 2026 · Editorial policy
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Depression in Augusta
Depression help in Augusta, Maine
When depression takes hold, waiting weeks or months for a psychiatrist is not a real option. For people in Augusta, online care closes that gap.
Augusta is Maine's state capital and a center of government employment on the Kennebec River. Its residents, state employees, government staff, and families throughout the Kennebec Valley, deserve psychiatric care that does not require a long drive or a long wait. shrinkMD is licensed across Maine and serves Augusta by secure video.
Our approach
How we treat depression
Depression can look like low mood, loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, trouble concentrating, or a heavy hopelessness that will not lift. We begin with a thorough evaluation to get the diagnosis right, then build a plan that often combines a non-controlled antidepressant when appropriate with therapy coordination and regular check-ins. No controlled substances are involved. Depression responds to accurate diagnosis, the right non-controlled medication, and follow-up that does not drop off after the first visit.
Why timely care matters
Getting depression care in Augusta without the wait
Augusta is home to about 19,000 residents. Many residents live hours from the nearest psychiatrist, and rural Maine has long faced a shortage of mental health providers. So even here, a timely in-person psychiatry appointment can be hard to come by, and that is the gap online depression care fills for Augusta adults.
Care that fits
Online depression care that fits Augusta life
For Augusta, video visits remove the usual barriers. You get a full evaluation and a real plan, then steady follow-up with the same clinician, without leaving home. shrinkMD is opening to patients first in Maine. Join the waitlist and we will reach out the day intake opens, or read how to start care first. You can also see our broader depression care or depression care across Maine.
“Dr. Refai is very quick to respond to questions in the portal, and his team makes sure you get seen quickly so problems get handled before they go too far.”
Individual experiences. Outcomes vary. Care is personalized to each patient.
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Is online treatment effective for depression?
Yes. Studies consistently find virtual psychiatric care matches in-person care for depression, with the added benefit of easier, more consistent follow-up.
What if an antidepressant did not work before?
That is common and useful information. A careful re-evaluation often finds a better-fitting diagnosis or medication and a clearer plan.
Do you treat seasonal depression too?
Yes. Seasonal patterns of depression are part of what we treat, with the same careful evaluation and plan.
Do I have to live in Augusta to be seen?
You need to be located in Maine during your visits, since that is where we are licensed. Augusta and the surrounding area are covered.
Is online depression care as good as in person in Augusta?
For most adults, yes. Research shows video-based psychiatric care matches in-person care for depression, and it is often easier to keep up with from Augusta.
Do I need a referral to see an online psychiatrist?
No referral is needed. You complete a secure intake and book once care is open in your state.
How much does an online psychiatrist cost without insurance?
Initial evaluations start at $295 and follow-ups run $110 to $215, with an optional $49 per month membership. shrinkMD is cash pay and provides a superbill on request.
Start depression care in Augusta
Physician led, cash pay online psychiatry for adults, specializing in anxiety and depression, with no controlled substances and the same clinician over time. Join the waitlist and we will reach out the day intake opens.
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