Zafar Zaidi, MD
My goal when working with patients is to not come to a generic diagnosis; rather, it is to get to know about the client and try and manage their symptoms in the best way possible. Overall, the process is collaborative, and both parties need to be comfortable with the decisions moving forward. I enjoy getting to learn about patients and working collaboratively to provide the best treatment possible, be it medications or talk therapy. I have vast experience treating Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, among many others.
I graduated residency from University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve University in 2015. After residency, I worked at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center as a staff psychiatrist. I eventually took on the role of Mental Health Lead Psychiatrist and Interim Clinic Director at the Tomball VA Outpatient Clinic. I then transferred to a telepsychiatry role at VISN 15, providing mental health coverage for rural areas in Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. I have over 15 years of experience in treating different mental health conditions and am currently board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
I reside in Houston, Texas and enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, and watching/playing sports such as Football, Basketball, and Soccer.
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Zeshen Wu, MD
I focus on effective and safe medication management as well as supportive and psychodynamic therapy in my practice. I take a gentle, collaborative, and patient-centered approach, specializing in forming individualized pharmacological treatments as well as taking time to explore stressors and psychological issues to achieve complete and comprehensive care.
I am an ABPN board certified psychiatrist with more than 10 years of experience. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, followed by medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch, and completed my residency in psychiatry at Dell Medical School in Austin. I previously served as assistant professor of psychiatry at UTHealth McGovern Medical School in Houston and have been involved in many years of teaching and mentorship. At UTHealth, I also served as clinical faculty in one of the nation's largest inpatient psychiatric campuses and am experienced in treating a wide range of adult mental illnesses including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.
Find a psychiatrist in San Antonio, TX
Talkiatry psychiatrists are licensed in Texas and see San Antonio residents by video. If you have been searching for a psychiatrist in San Antonio, TX, care happens from home, on your schedule, with no commute and no local waitlist. Because visits are online, you are not limited to the psychiatrists who happen to have a San Antonio office.
Online psychiatry for San Antonio residents
You start by answering a few questions online about where you live, what you are dealing with, and your history. Talkiatry matches you with a psychiatrist licensed in Texas, and you meet by video from home.
First visits are 60 minutes, and follow-ups are usually about 30 minutes. That first hour gives you and your psychiatrist time to talk through what is going on and build a plan.
A psychiatrist has to be licensed in the state where you are during the visit. That is why this page is organized by state and city. As long as you are in Texas for your appointment, an online psychiatrist in San Antonio works the same as one down the street.
What a psychiatrist can help with
Psychiatrists at Talkiatry treat a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD. They also work with people who have bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, postpartum depression, insomnia, and substance use disorder.
Whether you want an ADHD psychiatrist in San Antonio or help with anxiety, care is matched to what you need.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors, so they can prescribe and manage medication when it fits your plan. Medication is prescribed when clinically appropriate and legally permissible; a prescription is never guaranteed, and some medications may not be available for online prescribing. Your psychiatrist will discuss options.
If you also want talk therapy, Talkiatry has therapists who work alongside your psychiatrist.
Does insurance cover a psychiatrist in San Antonio?
Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and your coverage is checked during the free assessment. Costs depend on your plan, so it is a good idea to confirm the details with your insurance company. If you have been looking for a psychiatrist in San Antonio that takes insurance, you can see your coverage before you book.
Mental health care in San Antonio
Access to psychiatric care is stretched across Texas. The state has 393 federally designated mental health professional shortage areas, and only about 32.2% of its need for mental health practitioners is met. An estimated 606 more psychiatrists would be needed to remove those shortage designations, according to KFF.
Online psychiatry helps close that gap by connecting you with a Texas-licensed psychiatrist without a local wait.
Psychiatry across Texas
For the full list of psychiatrists licensed across the state, visit our Texas psychiatrist page. If you are closer to another metro, you can also see psychiatrists serving Austin and Houston.
Start with a free assessment
Talkiatry is a national psychiatry practice that makes it easier to get care from doctors who listen. Start by answering a few questions online, then get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in Texas.
From there you can schedule a video visit, often within days, and meet with your provider from home. First visits are 60 minutes, so there is time to talk through what is going on and build a treatment plan together. Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and you can check your coverage during the assessment.
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This page is for general education and is not medical advice. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.
Can I just go straight to a psychiatrist?
In most cases, yes. You do not need a referral to book with a Talkiatry psychiatrist. You start with a short online assessment and get matched with a provider. Some insurance plans still ask for a referral, so it is worth checking your plan first.
Who is the best psychiatrist in San Antonio, Texas?
There is no single "best" psychiatrist, because the right fit depends on your needs, your condition, and how you like to work with a doctor. Talkiatry matches you with a psychiatrist licensed in Texas based on what you are dealing with. A good match is one who listens, explains your options, and builds a plan with you.
What is the 3 month rule in mental health?
There is no single official "three-month rule" in psychiatry. The phrase usually points to the fact that some diagnoses depend on how long symptoms last. Clinicians often look at how many weeks or months certain symptoms have been present before naming a condition. A psychiatrist can walk you through what the timing means for your situation.
How much does a psychiatrist cost in Texas?
Costs depend on your insurance plan, so there is no single price. Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and your coverage is checked during the free assessment. Because plans differ, it is a good idea to confirm your share of the cost with your insurance company before you book.