Laredo, Texas
Psychiatrist in Laredo, TX
Psychiatric care for adults, teens and children — in person at our Laredo Medical Center office or by secure video from home.
In short: DaniCare Psychiatry is a psychiatry practice in Laredo, Texas, treating adults, teens and children for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, OCD and PTSD, with medication management and psychiatric evaluations. Visits are in person at Laredo Medical Center (1700 E Saunders St, Suite B270) or by secure telehealth across Texas. Call (956) 266-8476.
- Adults, teens & children
- In person in Laredo or telehealth
- Medical doctor–led care
- Most major insurance accepted
What a psychiatrist does, and when to see one
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions, and who can prescribe and manage medication. That is the practical difference from a therapist or counselor: therapy and medication are both on the table, and the medical side of the picture — sleep, thyroid, medication interactions, other health conditions — gets examined rather than assumed.
People usually come to us when something has stopped responding to willpower: worry that will not switch off, low mood that has outlasted the situation that started it, sleep that has been broken for months, focus that has never worked the way it should, or a first frightening panic attack.
What we treat
Common reasons for a visit
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Depression and persistent low mood
- ADHD in children, teens and adults
- Insomnia and disrupted sleep
- Bipolar disorder
Also treated
- OCD and PTSD
- Postpartum mental health
- Grief and adjustment after a loss
- Burnout and chronic stress
- Medication review and second opinions
If a condition needs care we do not provide, we will tell you plainly and point you toward what does.
What your first appointment looks like
Request an appointment
Fill out the short form or call (956) 266-8476. Our team responds within one business day, confirms what your visit costs and checks your insurance before anything is scheduled.
Psychiatric evaluation
A full conversation about symptoms, history, sleep, medical background, medications and what you want to change — not a ten-minute questionnaire.
A plan you agree with
Your psychiatrist explains what the findings mean and lays out options, including what happens if you would rather not start medication.
Follow-up
Follow-up visits track how treatment is working and adjust it. Most patients do these by video once the first visit is done.
In person in Laredo, or by video
Our office is inside Laredo Medical Center, 1700 E Saunders St, Suite B270. Telehealth appointments are available to patients located anywhere in Texas, and many patients mix the two — an in-person first visit, then follow-ups by video.
Your psychiatrist
Care at DaniCare is led by Dr. Dolani Ajanaku, M.D. Dr. Ajanaku earned an M.D. from Rutgers University School of Medicine, completed general psychiatry residency training at USF/Stony Brook University, and completed advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.
Read Dr. Ajanaku's full bioChild & adolescent psychiatry in LaredoLea esta página en español
Insurance and cost
DaniCare works with plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Medicaid (including Superior), Molina, Ambetter and TRICARE. Our team verifies your coverage and tells you what to expect to pay before your first appointment, so there are no surprises afterwards.
Why Texans wait for ADHD care
The shortage is not evenly spread: in much of Texas there is simply no psychiatrist to see.
- 170Texas counties had no licensed psychiatrist in 2023. Texas DSHS via Texas Tribune
- 246 of 254Texas counties are wholly or partly designated as federal mental health professional shortage areas. Texas DSHS via Texas Tribune
- 1 per 11,758residents is the statewide ratio of psychiatrists to Texans. Texas DSHS via Texas Tribune
Figures verified September 2026. Telehealth does not fix a workforce shortage, but it does remove the drive.
Serving Laredo and South Texas
In-person visits take place at our Laredo office. Telehealth appointments are available to patients anywhere in Texas, including:
- Laredo
- Rio Bravo
- El Cenizo
- Zapata
- San Ygnacio
- Hebbronville
- Encinal
- Cotulla
- Carrizo Springs
- Eagle Pass
- Anywhere in Texas
Our Laredo office
DaniCare PsychiatryLaredo Medical Center
1700 E Saunders St, Suite B270
Laredo, TX 78041-5401
Phone: (956) 266-8476
Seeing a psychiatrist in Laredo: frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist in Laredo?
No referral is needed to request an appointment with DaniCare. Some insurance plans require one for coverage, so our team checks your plan when you call (956) 266-8476.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a therapist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. A therapist provides talk therapy but does not prescribe. Many people benefit from both, and treatment plans often combine them.
Do you see children and teenagers?
Yes. Dr. Ajanaku completed advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center. A parent or guardian takes part in a child's appointments.
Can I be seen by video instead of coming to the office?
Yes. Telehealth appointments are available to patients physically located in Texas, California, New York or New Jersey at the time of the visit. In-person visits are available at our Laredo office.
Do you take Medicaid?
DaniCare works with plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Medicaid (including Superior), Molina, Ambetter and TRICARE. Call (956) 266-8476 and our team will verify your specific plan.
How soon can I be seen?
Our team contacts you within one business day of your request to schedule. Call (956) 266-8476 for current availability.
This page is for general information and is not a diagnosis or medical advice. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911.
