Telepsychiatry for Rio Rancho Patients
Telepsychiatry brings doctoral-level psychiatric care to Rio Rancho without the commute or the waitlist. Willow & Stone provides secure video visits for evaluation, medication management, and ongoing care with Dr. Stacey Forbes, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC — from wherever you're comfortable in Rio Rancho.
What telepsychiatry can help with
- ✓Depression and anxiety
- ✓Adult and teen ADHD
- ✓Medication management and optimization
- ✓Trauma and stress-related concerns
- ✓Integrative, root-cause psychiatric evaluation
Our Treatment Approach
Research shows telepsychiatry is comparable to in-person care for evaluation, medication management, and follow-up — and it dramatically improves access for Rio Rancho residents. Visits are private and secure, and Dr. Forbes brings the same integrative, whole-person approach to every telehealth appointment.
Why Telehealth Works for Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho is one of New Mexico's fastest-growing family cities, just outside Albuquerque, where teen and family mental health needs are climbing quickly. Telehealth removes the biggest barriers to care — travel, time off work, and long waits — so Rio Rancho residents can see Dr. Forbes from home. Research shows telepsychiatry is comparable to in-person care for evaluation, medication management, and follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is telepsychiatry as effective as in-person care in Rio Rancho?
Yes. Studies consistently show telepsychiatry is comparable to in-person psychiatric care for most needs, and it makes expert care far more accessible in Rio Rancho.
What do I need for a telehealth visit?
A private space and a phone, tablet, or computer with internet. Rio Rancho patients located in the state at the time of the visit are eligible.
Can I get prescriptions through telepsychiatry?
Yes, when clinically appropriate — Dr. Forbes prescribes and manages medication for Rio Rancho patients via telehealth.
Do you take insurance for telepsychiatry in Rio Rancho?
Willow & Stone is cash-pay and provides superbills for out-of-network reimbursement — no prior authorizations for Rio Rancho patients.
Telepsychiatry in Nearby Communities
Willow & Stone also provides telepsychiatry by telehealth to Albuquerque, Los Lunas, and throughout Sandoval County.
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Your healing begins with a conversation.
Start with a cash-pay telehealth consultation — no insurance, no prior authorizations, no waitlists.
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If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911.