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⚕ Telehealth Psychiatric Care · Tennessee (TN)

Psychiatric NP Care in Tennessee — Whole-Person, Telehealth-First

Family1st Integrated Therapy & Wellness is licensed to serve patients throughout Tennessee via telehealth — bringing board-certified PMHNP psychiatric care directly to you in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and everywhere in between. No commute. No waiting rooms. Just exceptional care that meets you where you are.

Tennessee is experiencing a mental health crisis — particularly around opioid use disorder, anxiety, and depression — with significant provider shortages outside major metro areas. Nashville's rapid growth has outpaced its mental health infrastructure.

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Services Available in Tennessee

  • Psychiatric Medication Management
  • Individual Psychotherapy
  • Spravato (Esketamine) Treatment
  • GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  • Addiction & MAT Treatment
  • Eating Disorder Treatment
  • Adolescent Psychiatric Care (Ages 13+)
  • Certified Gambling Counseling (Coming Soon)

Insurance accepted: Medicare · Medicaid · BCBS · Aetna · UHC · Cigna · Tricare · Self-Pay

Integrated Psychiatric Care Built for Tennessee Patients

Tennessee has one of the highest opioid overdose death rates in the South. Our telehealth model eliminates barriers — no waiting lists for in-person slots, no hour-long drives for a 20-minute appointment.

🏠 See Your Provider From Home

All psychiatric services — medication management, therapy, Spravato evaluation, GLP-1 prescribing, HRT, and addiction treatment — are available via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth. You must be physically located in Tennessee at the time of your appointment.

👨‍👩‍👧 Adults & Adolescents Welcome

We serve adults of all ages and adolescents ages 13–17 (with parental consent) in Tennessee. Teens struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, or trauma deserve expert psychiatric care — and we're here for them too.

💊 Full Prescriptive Authority

As a PMHNP-BC with full practice authority, Kristin McKnight can independently evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe in Tennessee — including psychiatric medications, GLP-1 weight loss agents, hormone therapy, and buprenorphine/Suboxone for MAT.

🔒 Insurance Accepted

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Tricare for eligible services in Tennessee. Self-pay pricing is available. We verify your benefits before your first appointment — no surprises.

Serving Patients Across Tennessee

Our telehealth practice serves patients throughout Tennessee. No matter where you are in the state, you can access board-certified psychiatric care from Family1st.

📍 Nashville Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Memphis Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Knoxville Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Chattanooga Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Clarksville Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Franklin Telehealth psychiatric services available

High-demand communities we serve:

Brentwood Franklin Belle Meade Nashville Green Hills Germantown Memphis

Mental Health Conditions Treated via Telehealth in Tennessee

We provide evidence-based psychiatric care for adults and adolescents (13+) across Tennessee for the following conditions:

Anxiety Disorders

GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias — medication management and CBT-based therapy.

Depression & TRD

Major depressive disorder through treatment-resistant depression, including Spravato (esketamine) evaluation.

PTSD & Trauma

Trauma-informed care for PTSD from any cause — evidence-based therapy and medication support.

ADHD (Adults & Teens)

Evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for ADHD in adults and adolescents ages 13+.

Bipolar Disorder

Mood stabilizer management, lithium monitoring, and integrated therapy for bipolar I and II.

OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder treated with ERP therapy and medication management.

Eating Disorders

Binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, ARFID — psychiatric medication and behavioral therapy.

Addiction & MAT

Buprenorphine/Suboxone for opioid use disorder, naltrexone for alcohol use disorder — telehealth MAT available in Tennessee.

Adolescent Psychiatry

Ages 13–17: anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders — with parental involvement.

Spravato (Esketamine) Evaluation for Tennessee Patients

If you've tried two or more antidepressants without adequate relief, Spravato may be worth exploring. Family1st provides Spravato evaluation and treatment coordination for eligible patients in Tennessee. As a REMS-certified provider, we guide you through the full process — including insurance verification and prior authorization.

Who Qualifies for Spravato in Tennessee?

Adults who have tried at least two antidepressants without sufficient relief (treatment-resistant depression), or adults with major depressive disorder with suicidal ideation. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is required to determine eligibility.

Insurance Coverage in Tennessee

Spravato is covered by Medicare Part B, Medicaid (in most states), BCBS, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and most major commercial plans when prior authorization is approved. We handle the prior auth process for you. Coverage varies by plan.

Frequently Asked Questions — Telehealth Psychiatry in Tennessee

Is Family1st licensed to practice in Tennessee?

Yes. Kristin McKnight, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC holds an active license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with full practice authority in Tennessee. We provide telehealth psychiatric services to patients physically located in Tennessee at the time of their appointment.

Do you treat adolescents in Tennessee?

Yes — we provide psychiatric care for adolescents ages 13–17 in Tennessee, including evaluation, medication management, and therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and eating disorders. Parental or legal guardian consent is required for all minor patients.

How do I get started as a new patient in Tennessee?

Book a free 15-minute consultation through our website. We'll verify your insurance, discuss your needs, and schedule your intake appointment — all via telehealth. You'll need to be physically located in Tennessee at the time of your appointment.

Can I get buprenorphine (Suboxone) for opioid use disorder via telehealth in Tennessee?

Yes. Federal telehealth flexibilities allow buprenorphine prescribing via telehealth without an in-person visit requirement. After an initial telehealth evaluation, a prescription can be sent to your pharmacy in Tennessee. All MAT services are confidential and judgment-free.

Do you accept insurance for patients in Tennessee?

Yes — we accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Tricare, and self-pay for eligible services in Tennessee. Coverage varies by plan and service. We verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Ready to Get Started in Tennessee?

Book your free 15-minute consultation today. We'll verify your insurance, answer your questions, and get you scheduled — all from the comfort of home.

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