Coastal Psychiatric Urgent Care

Coastal Psychiatric Urgent Care is a psychiatrist practice in Melbourne, FL, providing immediate psychiatric evaluation and treatment for individuals aged five and older. The practice specializes in same-day care through walk-in visits or telemedicine, offering medication management, diagnostic assessments, and referrals without requiring future appointments. It serves residents across Brevard County, including those referred from hospitals, jails, schools, outpatient providers, and law enforcement. The clinic supports patients with a range of mental health concerns, including substance use, and welcomes individuals even if their need is not classified as urgent. Services are available via telemedicine for Florida residents, with no specific login required, patients simply enter the virtual waiting room. The clinic accepts multiple insurance plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, AvMed, Florida Blue, Humana, Optum, and Florida Medicaid Gold Card, and is known for its accessible, timely care that reduces reliance on emergency rooms and incarceration.

The clinic was founded by Jessica Karle, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in crisis intervention and suicide prevention, and Stephen Karle, a former U.S. Coast Guard veteran and operations leader. Together, they established the practice to address critical gaps in mental health access, particularly the long wait times for outpatient care and the lack of non-emergency psychiatric urgent care in Brevard County. The mission centers on delivering timely, high-quality services to prevent crises from escalating, with a focus on long-term stability and community well-being. The team emphasizes immediate access to care followed by ongoing treatment when needed, and they continue to expand services to meet growing demand.

Located on Valentine Street, Coastal Psychiatric Urgent Care sits about a quarter mile from Holmes Regional Medical Center and within close proximity to Melbourne High School, the Private School of Progressive Education, and the Liberty Bell Memorial Museum. It is also near Melbourne Military Memorial Park and Fee Avenue Park, making it accessible to residents across central Melbourne.

The practice is recognized for its strong online presence, with a well-optimized website that search engines read clearly and consistently. Business information is thoroughly documented across digital platforms, enhancing visibility and trust. This reliability supports patients and providers seeking prompt, accurate mental health services.

By offering immediate psychiatric care in a community where such access is otherwise limited, Coastal Psychiatric Urgent Care plays a vital role in stabilizing individuals and strengthening the mental health infrastructure of Melbourne, FL.