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Things You Can Do to Help Your Everyday Mental Health

Published on Dec 22, 2021 | 10:05 AM

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Over 43 million Americans live with a mental health condition, and every day more people are speaking up and seeking support. While awareness has grown, finding a qualified, experienced psychiatrist can still be difficult—especially when long wait times, cost, or location become barriers.

One solution many people are turning to is online psychiatry, which can be an effective and flexible part of your long-term mental health care.

What Is Online Psychiatry?

Online psychiatry—also known as telepsychiatry—connects you with licensed mental health professionals through secure video or phone visits. Instead of waiting weeks for an in-person appointment, you can consult with board-certified psychiatrists and licensed therapists on demand.

Online psychiatry is especially helpful for:

  • Talk therapy and counseling

  • Managing ongoing mental health conditions

  • Medication evaluation and management

  • Creating personalized treatment plans

Using online psychiatry allows you to prioritize your mental health while also making lifestyle changes that support long-term emotional well-being.

Tips for Improving Your Mental Health

In addition to professional care, daily habits play a powerful role in mental wellness.

Make Time for Yourself
Taking time each day for personal care—such as grooming, skincare, or relaxation—can improve both emotional and physical well-being.

Do One Thing Daily That Brings You Joy
Life responsibilities can be draining. Doing one enjoyable activity each day—reading, walking, working on a hobby, or enjoying your favorite coffee—adds a positive anchor to your routine.

Get Fresh Air
Even five minutes outside can reduce mental fatigue, ease headaches, and help reset your focus.

Learn to Say “No”
Protecting your energy is essential. Saying no when you’re overwhelmed helps prevent burnout and reduces unnecessary stress.

Create a Mental To-Do List
Planning your day ahead of time provides structure, clarity, and a sense of control when stress or distraction sets in.

Check In With Yourself
Ask yourself how you’re feeling. Recognizing emotional patterns early helps prevent overwhelm and supports healthier responses to stress.

Benefits of Seeing an Online Psychiatrist

For many patients, online psychiatry offers advantages over traditional in-person care:

  • 24/7 appointment availability with no long wait times

  • Faster access to medication management

  • Flexible scheduling that fits busy lives

  • Reduced need for travel or time off work

  • Collaboration with primary care providers when needed

Reasons to Use Call-On-Doc

Call-On-Doc connects you with licensed psychiatric providers within minutes, not weeks. After a brief online intake—typically under 15 minutes—you can receive personalized care and ongoing treatment support.

Call-On-Doc can help manage conditions such as:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • ADHD

  • Panic disorder

Visits are affordable, transparent, and do not require insurance, with mental health consultations available at a flat rate of $39.99.

If your condition is not an emergency requiring immediate in-person care, Call-On-Doc offers a convenient, discreet, and cost-effective mental health solution.

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Wayne Hahne,

English graduate and Call-On-Doc’s medical resource guide, Wayne C. Hahne is an experienced and passionate medical education content expert. Through diligent research, provider interviews and utilizing the industry's leading resources for wellness information, it is Mr. Hahne’s personal mission to educate the general public on medical conditions with in-depth and easy-to-understand written guides. Updated 12/26/2025

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