What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I’m so grateful for the care I received from Tyler. I felt welcomed, heard, and genuinely cared for. They took the time to listen to my concerns, answered all of my questions with patience, and made sure I understood every step of my care. What stood out most was their kindness and compassion. I left my appointment feeling reassured, supported, and confident in my treatment plan. It’s not often you find a healthcare provider who combines professionalism with such a warm and caring approach. Tyler was prompt, available, and clear. He takes a different approach from other providers that is effective. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional care. ”
PSLess than 1 month ago
About Tyler Patten
Focus areas
Anxiety
Insomnia
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bipolar Disorder
Medication Management
Psychiatric Medication Management
Depression
Mental Health Problem
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Tyler Patten
**Please note we are a self-pay practice and do not accept insurance. The fee for an initial visit is $175.**
Tyler Patten, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Affordable Psych, a 100% telehealth psychiatry practice serving adults 18 and older across Utah, Idaho, and Nevada. He treats depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and OCD, and built his practice to make quality psychiatric care more accessible — cash-pay, transparent, and insurance-free.
Tyler takes a functional, root-cause approach to psychiatric care, looking beyond symptoms alone to consider the gut-brain connection, nutrition, and lab-identified imbalances, using cash-pay functional lab testing when it's clinically useful. For patients on the same medication for years without a recent reassessment, he offers thoughtful review and, when appropriate, careful tapering support.
Tyler earned his MSN with a PMHNP specialization from Walden University, holds ANCC board certification across the lifespan, and is a licensed APRN in Utah, Idaho, and Nevada. He also holds a BSN from Western Governors University and a BS in Psychology from Utah Tech University.
Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Tyler spent close to a decade as a registered nurse and medical assistant, including inpatient psychiatric nursing, hospice and home health case management, and dialysis nursing — experience that shapes how he approaches every evaluation.
What should a new client know about working with you?
When you work with me, I want you to know I take a collaborative, whole-person approach rather than just checking boxes on a symptom list. I'll ask about your history in depth, but I'll also want to understand your sleep, nutrition, and overall physical health, since those often play a real role in how you're feeling mentally. If it makes sense clinically, I may recommend functional lab testing to look for underlying imbalances that could be contributing to your symptoms.
I'm especially thoughtful when it comes to medication. If you've been on the same prescription for years without anyone revisiting whether it's still right for you, I'll take the time to reassess it with you, and if a change makes sense, I'll help guide any tapering carefully and safely rather than rushing the process.
Visits are conducted entirely over secure video, so you can meet with me from wherever you're comfortable. Your first visit runs about 60 minutes so we have real time to talk. Follow-ups are shorter and focused on how things are progressing and any adjustments needed.
I keep pricing transparent and cash-pay, with no insurance paperwork or prior authorization delays getting in the way of your care. My goal is for you to leave every visit feeling heard, with a clear plan, and without wondering what it's going to cost.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My process starts with a thorough initial evaluation, usually about 60 minutes. I'll ask detailed questions about your symptoms, history, and daily life, and I also look at physical health factors — sleep, nutrition, and sometimes lab work — that can influence how you're feeling. From there, I put together a diagnosis and a treatment plan we build together, so you understand the reasoning behind any recommendation, not just the recommendation itself.
My primary focus is psychiatric evaluation and medication management rather than ongoing talk therapy. That said, every visit includes real conversation — I want to understand what's going on in your life, not just adjust a prescription in isolation. If you're already working with a therapist, I'm glad to collaborate with them as part of your care team; if you're not and it seems like it would help, I'll suggest it.
Follow-up visits are shorter, typically around 20 minutes, and are focused on how you're responding to treatment — what's working, what isn't, and any side effects or changes worth discussing. If you've been on a medication for a long time without a recent reassessment, I'll often use a follow-up to take a closer look at whether it's still the right fit, and adjust or taper thoughtfully if it makes sense.
Every visit happens over secure video, so the process stays the same whether it's your first appointment or your fifteenth.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $65 for 20 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
I don't bill insurance directly — Affordable Psych operates as a self-pay practice, with flat, transparent pricing so you know the cost of your visit before you book it.
Payment is collected at the end of each visit, and I require a card to be kept on file to make that process simple and seamless — no invoices to track down or separate payment steps to remember. Your card won't be charged until after your appointment is complete.
Because I don't bill insurance, there's no prior authorization to wait on and no surprise costs based on your specific plan. If you have out-of-network benefits, that's a conversation to have directly with your insurance provider, since I'm not able to advise on what your plan may or may not reimburse.
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- Walden University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- Western Governors University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1386488971
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I’m so grateful for the care I received from Tyler. I felt welcomed, heard, and genuinely cared for. They took the time to listen to my concerns, answered all of my questions with patience, and made sure I understood every step of my care. What stood out most was their kindness and compassion. I left my appointment feeling reassured, supported, and confident in my treatment plan. It’s not often you find a healthcare provider who combines professionalism with such a warm and caring approach. Tyler was prompt, available, and clear. He takes a different approach from other providers that is effective. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional care.
Less than 1 month agoPS
Great experience.
August 30, 2026Raquel G.Verified patientVideo visit
Less than 3 months agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
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What practice does Tyler Patten work with?
Tyler Patten works with Affordable Psych.
Which board certifications does Tyler Patten have?
Tyler Patten is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tyler Patten?
Tyler Patten frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Tyler Patten on their profile.
What languages does Tyler Patten speak?
Tyler Patten speaks English.
How do patients rate Tyler Patten in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Tyler Patten. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.