Aetna Psychiatrist in Naugatuck, CT

Naugatuck sits in the Naugatuck River Valley — a working town that's seen its share of economic ups and downs over the years. Mental health care shouldn't be one more thing people in Naugatuck have to drive far for or pay out of pocket for. Elite Health LLC is in-network with Aetna, so if you've got Aetna coverage, you can see Sindhia Shyras, APRN at your standard specialist copay — no out-of-network penalty, no surprise bills. And with telehealth, you don't even need to leave Naugatuck. Sindhia is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with more than nine years of clinical experience treating adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, insomnia, and mood disorders. She speaks English, Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu. If you'd prefer an in-person visit, the New Britain office is about 20 minutes away on Route 63.

Aetna In-Network — What Changes for You

When your provider is in-network, the math is simple: you pay your copay, Aetna covers the rest at the negotiated rate. For most Aetna plans, specialist copays for psychiatric visits fall between $20 and $60. There's no separate mental health fee structure — federal parity law requires Aetna to cover these visits on the same terms as any other specialist. So a medication management follow-up or a psychiatric evaluation is treated just like a cardiology visit or a visit to an orthopedist. You also avoid the out-of-network process entirely, which means no claims to file yourself, no fighting for reimbursement, and no unexpected balance billing.

Getting Started With Aetna at Elite Health

Most Aetna PPO plans let you book directly — no referral required. If you're on an HMO plan, you may need a referral from your primary care physician, which is usually a quick request. If prior authorization is needed for your specific services, Elite Health's team handles the submission. You don't have to manage that process yourself. To check your specific benefits before booking, log into Aetna.com or call the behavioral health number on your member card. Ask about your specialist copay for in-network behavioral health visits, and whether your plan requires a referral or prior auth. Then book — either online or by calling 860-515-8689.

Telehealth — Built for Connecticut Patients

Telehealth isn't a workaround — it's a legitimate and effective way to receive psychiatric care, and it's covered by most CT Aetna plans at the same copay as in-person visits. All you need is a phone or computer, a private space, and about 30 to 60 minutes. Sindhia Shyras conducts telehealth visits on a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. For Naugatuck residents who work irregular hours, have transportation challenges, or simply prefer not to sit in a waiting room, telehealth removes a real barrier to getting care. You're still getting the same clinical attention — just from wherever is most convenient for you.