Psychiatric Care for Arlington Residents

If you’re a Arlington resident looking for a board-certified psychiatrist, MindMED Behavioral Health offers both telehealth and in-person psychiatric care from our Southlake, TX office. Arlington residents most often see us via telehealth, with the option for in-person visits — typically a 25-35 minute drive via Highway 360 or Highway 121 to Southlake. North Arlington patients (near the entertainment district or UTA) often find this most practical.

Dr. Laura Fredes is a board-certified psychiatrist (Mount Sinai trained) offering integrative psychiatric care for adults. Our office is at 536 Silicon Drive, Suite 102, Southlake, TX 76092. We also provide telehealth visits for patients who prefer or require virtual care.

Conditions We Treat

Dr. Fredes provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for a range of psychiatric conditions. Common reasons Arlington patients reach out include:

• Anxiety Disorders — Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, and phobias
• Depression — Major depressive disorder, persistent depression, treatment-resistant cases, postpartum and perimenopausal mood
• ADHD in Adults — Comprehensive evaluation and medication management (in-person evaluation required for stimulant prescribing under Texas law)
• OCD — Evidence-based medication management for obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Bipolar Disorder — Mood stabilization and long-term management for bipolar I and II
• PTSD — Trauma-related conditions, including birth trauma and medical PTSD
• Insomnia and Sleep Disorders — Sleep disturbances tied to mood, anxiety, hormonal shifts, and shift work
• Perinatal & Postpartum Psychiatry — Pregnancy planning, perinatal mood disorders, postpartum depression and anxiety
• Women's Mental Health — PMDD, perimenopause, hormonal influences on mood, and life-stage transitions

Why Arlington Patients Choose MindMED

Insurance & Pricing

We accept major insurance plans to make psychiatric care accessible for Arlington residents. Our in-network coverage spans Texas' largest commercial insurers:

Self-pay options and superbills for out-of-network reimbursement are also available. View full pricing details →

About Arlington, TX

Arlington is a community of approximately 395,000 residents, served by Arlington ISD plus Mansfield ISD for southern parts. Neighborhoods we frequently serve include the Entertainment District (Cowboys/Rangers stadiums), the UTA campus area, downtown Arlington, Pantego, Dalworthington Gardens (within Arlington proper), north Arlington, and south Arlington. Local landmarks within walking, driving, or commute distance of our patients include AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), River Legacy Parks, the Choctaw Stadium / former Texas Live entertainment area, and the Park Row corridor. Mailing addresses we routinely see in our patient population fall in ZIP code 76001-76099 range.

Arlington’s geography means commuting in any direction takes 25+ minutes — telehealth fits the daily reality of most working Arlington residents better than a fixed in-person appointment.

What We See Most Often From Arlington Patients

Arlington has one of the most diverse populations in DFW — large student community at UTA, working professionals across healthcare, education, and the service economy tied to the entertainment district, and growing Spanish-speaking communities. We see a recurring pattern of UTA undergraduates and graduate students presenting with adult ADHD diagnosed for the first time in their 20s, working mothers in healthcare and education with high-functioning anxiety, and bilingual patients seeking culturally fluent care. Arlington has limited in-network psychiatric capacity relative to its population, and telehealth has been a meaningful access expansion for many of our patients here.

Dr. Fredes' clinical focus on telehealth psychiatry, bilingual care, adult ADHD overlaps directly with the most common reasons Arlington residents seek psychiatric care.

Frequently Asked Questions from Arlington Patients

How long is the drive from Arlington to your Southlake office, and is it worth it?

Arlington residents most often see us via telehealth, with the option for in-person visits — typically a 25-35 minute drive via Highway 360 or Highway 121 to Southlake. North Arlington patients (near the entertainment district or UTA) often find this most practical. Most Arlington patients see us via telehealth and save the in-person visits for the initial evaluation or when something specific (like ADHD stimulant prescribing) requires it.

Can I do all my visits via telehealth from Arlington?

Yes, for most conditions. The exception is ADHD: Texas law and DEA rules require an in-person evaluation before stimulant medications can be prescribed. After that initial in-person visit, ADHD follow-ups can be telehealth. All other conditions can be managed end-to-end via telehealth.

What insurance do you accept?

We are in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX), Cigna and Evernorth Behavioral Health, UnitedHealthcare and Optum (UBH), and Oscar Health. We also offer self-pay rates and provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.

How quickly can I get a first appointment?

For new patients in Arlington, we usually have availability within 1–2 weeks for in-person visits and often sooner for telehealth. We will work with you to find the soonest time that aligns with your schedule and the type of care you need.

Do you prescribe medication for ADHD?

Yes. Dr. Fredes provides comprehensive adult ADHD evaluation and medication management, including both stimulant and non-stimulant medications. Note that Texas law and DEA rules require an in-person initial evaluation before stimulant medications can be prescribed, even if subsequent visits will be telehealth.

Does Dr. Fredes see patients herself, or am I assigned to a nurse practitioner?

Dr. Fredes sees every patient herself. There are no NP handoffs and no rotating providers. The doctor you book with is the doctor you see, every visit. This is a core part of how MindMED operates as a solo practice.