Telepsychiatry in Abuja and Lagos
Happy Family Hospital provides specialist psychiatric and mental health care through telepsychiatry in Abuja and Lagos, accessible online from anywhere in Nigeria or abroad.
Telepsychiatry in Abuja and Lagos
Connect with Happy Family Hospital’s specialist psychiatrists and psychologists for a confidential, real-time mental health consultation, from wherever you are in Nigeria or abroad.
Book a telepsychiatry appointment
Frequently asked questions
Service availability
Served by telepsychiatry
Hospital locations: Abuja and Lagos
Psychiatric and mental health condition covered
Specialist psychiatric and mental health care, wherever you are
Happy Family Hospital’s telepsychiatry in Abuja and Lagos delivers specialist psychiatric and mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment through a secure online platform. Whether you are in Abuja, Lagos, another Nigerian state, or living abroad, patients connect with our psychiatrists in real time from the privacy of any setting they feel comfortable in.
This is a full clinical service, not a reduced alternative to in-person care. Your psychiatrist will conduct a thorough assessment, explore your history and concerns, reach a diagnosis where appropriate, and recommend a personalised treatment plan, all within the same consultation.
Every psychiatric and mental health condition, covered
Happy Family Hospital telepsychiatry covers all psychiatric and mental health conditions we treat. There is no restriction by diagnosis. If you or someone you care for is experiencing a mental health challenge, a telepsychiatry consultation with our team is a suitable and welcoming first step.
Conditions managed through our telepsychiatry service include:
Start with telepsychiatry, continue wherever your care needs to go
Many patients begin their psychiatric or mental health care journey with a telepsychiatry consultation. No prior diagnosis or referral is required to book.
Following your initial consultation, your psychiatrist will recommend the most appropriate next step. For many patients, care continues entirely through telepsychiatry. Where clinically indicated, your psychiatrist may recommend a transition to outpatient or inpatient services at our Abuja or Lagos hospital. This pathway is led entirely by clinical need.
How a telepsychiatry appointment works
Attending a psychiatric and mental health consultation with Happy Family Hospital via telepsychiatry is straightforward. Here is what to expect.
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Book your appointment
Complete the booking form on this page, call us on +234 (0)9130000209, send a WhatsApp message to +234 913 000 0209, or email Cs@happyfamilyhospital.com.ng.
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Receive your appointment details
You will receive a confirmed appointment time along with your connection details for the virtual session.
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Join your consultation
At the scheduled time, connect with your psychiatrist through our secure online platform using your phone, tablet, or computer. Find a quiet, private setting where you feel comfortable.
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Your clinical consultation
Your psychiatrist will conduct a thorough, confidential psychiatric and mental health assessment. All sessions are private. No personal information is shared without your consent.
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Receive your treatment plan
Following your appointment, your psychiatrist will provide a personalised psychiatric or mental health treatment plan, a prescription if clinically indicated, or a recommendation for the next stage of your care.
All you need is a smartphone, tablet, or computer with a camera and a stable internet connection.
Telepsychiatry in Abuja, Lagos, and across Nigeria
Happy Family Hospital telepsychiatry serves patients in all 36 Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory, as well as Nigerian patients living abroad. There is no restriction by location, and distance is not a barrier to specialist psychiatric and mental health care.
Why choose Happy Family Hospital for telepsychiatry?
Specialist psychiatric and mental health expertise
Our psychiatrists hold specialist training across a wide range of psychiatric and mental health conditions, from common mood disorders to complex clinical presentations.
Confidential and judgement-free
Every consultation is conducted with strict clinical confidentiality. Your privacy is protected at every stage of your care.
Care continuity
If your needs change, we ensure a seamless transition between virtual and in-person psychiatric or mental health care, with no break in your treatment relationship.
Flexible and accessible
Appointments are accessible on any device, from any location in Nigeria or abroad.
Book a telepsychiatry consultation
Complete the form below to request a psychiatric or mental health telepsychiatry appointment. A member of our team will confirm your appointment details. You may also call us on +234 (0)9130000209 or send a WhatsApp message to +234 913 000 0209.
Happy Family Hospital, Abuja
30 Arsenal Street, Sun City Estate, near Galadimawa roundabout, Abuja, Nigeria.
Tel: +234 704 149 1081
Happy Family Hospital, Lagos
11 Zainab Crescent, Medina Estate, Gbagada, Lagos, Nigeria.
Telepsychiatry in Abuja and Lagos: your questions answered
Is telepsychiatry available in the FCT, Abuja?
Yes. Happy Family Hospital’s telepsychiatry in Abuja and the FCT is fully accessible online, as it is to patients in Lagos and throughout Nigeria. You can access a virtual psychiatric and mental health consultation without visiting a physical clinic. Patients in the FCT who require in-person care can contact us to arrange an appointment at our Abuja hospital.
Which psychiatric and mental health conditions can be treated through telepsychiatry?
Happy Family Hospital telepsychiatry covers all psychiatric and mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and addiction, child and adolescent mental health, forensic psychiatry, and workplace mental health.
How do I book a telepsychiatry appointment at Happy Family Hospital?
Complete the booking form on this page. Alternatively, use the contact details in the booking section to reach us by phone, WhatsApp, or email. A member of our team will confirm your appointment details.
Can I transition from telepsychiatry to in-person psychiatric or mental health care?
Yes. Many patients begin their psychiatric or mental health care journey through telepsychiatry and transition to inpatient or outpatient services at Happy Family Hospital in Abuja or Lagos, based on the treating psychiatrist’s clinical recommendation. Continuity of care is maintained throughout.
Is telepsychiatry available outside Abuja and Lagos?
Yes. Happy Family Hospital telepsychiatry is available to patients across all 36 Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory, and to Nigerian patients living abroad. There is no geographical restriction on who can access a virtual psychiatric and mental health consultation.
Is telepsychiatry suitable for children and adolescents?
Yes. Child and adolescent mental health is among the specialties covered through Happy Family Hospital telepsychiatry. A parent or guardian will typically be present for consultations involving minors.
