New patients
Starting care at Great Minds, step by step.
New patients are usually seen within 1–2 weeks. Virginia Medicaid accepted, with eligibility verified the same day. Once your intake forms are complete, we will book you into the first available opening.
- Ages 10 and up
- In person in Henrico and Chester, VA
- Telehealth in 8 states
Four steps, start to follow-up
From your first intake form to ongoing care, here is what the process looks like.
- Complete your intake
Book online or by phone, then complete the required intake information before your appointment.
- Psychiatric evaluation
A 45 to 60 minute first visit to discuss your symptoms, history, concerns, goals, and treatment needs.
- Personalized treatment plan
An individualized treatment approach based on your evaluation and goals. Nothing is automatic.
- Ongoing follow-up
Follow-up care to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan when appropriate.
What you get when you book
One appointment starts a complete course of outpatient psychiatric care.
- A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Your first appointment focuses on understanding your concerns, history, symptoms, functioning, treatment goals, and appropriate treatment options.
- A personalized treatment plan. Medication recommendations depend on the evaluation, clinical history, and treatment needs, so nothing is automatic.
- Ongoing follow-up and medication management. Ongoing monitoring of effectiveness, tolerability, and treatment goals. Supportive therapy is incorporated when clinically appropriate.
- Care where you are. Secure telehealth in eight jurisdictions, or in person at our Henrico or Chester offices by appointment.
Costs at a glance
- First visit
- $250 self-pay, or insurance
- Follow-ups
- $150 self-pay, or insurance
- Testing
- QbCheck $150 self-pay; GeneSight billed by GeneSight
- How to book
- Online through our secure scheduling page, or by phone
Preparing for a telehealth visit
- Be physically located in a state where Dr. Daniels is licensed at the time of your appointment.
- Use a phone, tablet, or computer with a camera and microphone.
- Find a private, quiet space with a reliable internet connection.
- Have a list of current and past medications ready.
Good to know before you book
- Who we see: ages 10 and up, including children, adolescents, and adults.
- Insurance: coverage may vary by individual plan. Please verify your eligibility and benefits with your insurer before your appointment. Insurance & fees
- Documentation and forms: letters or paperwork requiring provider certification need a minimum of six months of continuous treatment engagement.
- What we don't provide: emergency or crisis services, care for suicidal crises, psychosis, or schizophrenia, or standalone weekly psychotherapy. Learn more
New patient questions
How soon can I be seen?
New patients are usually seen within 1–2 weeks. Once your intake forms are complete, we will book you into the first available opening.
What happens during the first appointment?
The first appointment focuses on understanding the patient's concerns, history, symptoms, functioning, treatment goals, and appropriate treatment options.
Will I automatically receive medication?
No. Medication recommendations are individualized and depend on the evaluation, clinical history, and treatment needs. When medication is appropriate, it is prescribed and monitored in accordance with federal and state requirements.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. Accepted plans depend on your state. Virginia Medicaid is accepted, with eligibility verified the same day. Please verify your eligibility and benefits with your plan before your appointment.
Can I be seen by telehealth?
Yes, subject to applicable state telehealth requirements. Telehealth visits are available in Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Washington State, Colorado, Connecticut, Arizona, and Massachusetts, and you must be physically located in one of those states at the time of your appointment.
Do you provide documentation or forms?
Documentation and forms require a minimum of six months of continuous treatment engagement with the practice.
More questions? See our full FAQ or call (804) 295-4344.
Ready for step one?
Book online in a few minutes, or call us at (804) 295-4344, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.