Your Path to
Serenity Starts Here
Welcome! I am Dr. Forsyth and I'm here to help you on your journey to wellness. I provide Telehealth Psychiatric services across all of Idaho and Eastern Washington to clients 18 to 65 years of age.
I offer personalized, convenient, direct care with privacy that includes medication management and brief counseling sessions through a HIPPA complaint Telehealth platform (OPTIMANTRA). My Billing is through HEADWAY HEALTH.
Call my office for a brief (10 min) introduction and screening call or Email me with your contact info and preferred contact times.
Office Phone: 208-271-5947
Office Hours: Mon–Wed 11AM–5PM (PST) office hours will expand as the practice grows. Special arrangements can be made upon request.
Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.sprucecare.com
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Your Steps to Wellness Start Here:
1. Click to set up your Headway account
2. Click to enter the Client Kiosk in Optimantra and set up your Account
3. Click to make a New or Follow Up Appointment
4. Established Patient Portal
Office Phone: 208-271-5947
Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.sprucecare.com
Compassionate Mental Health Services
I provide evidence-based psychiatric care through a modern HIPPA compliant telehealth platform. My services are designed to offer security and professional support from the comfort of your home. Allow me to be your guide, incorporating a structured, collaborative, evidence-based approach focusing on your goals and long-term wellness.
Benefits of Telepsychiatry:
Experienced physician providing direct care
Convenient statewide telehealth access across Idaho & Eastern Washington
Rural patients with limited psychiatric access
Convenience & Accessibility - expert psychiatric care from home
Reduces need for time off work or arranging childcare
Privacy and convenience for rural and working adults
Helpful for patients with mobility limitations or chronic illness
Eliminates travel and waiting room time
Faster access to care, especially where local psychiatrists are scarce
Easier to maintain regular follow-ups
Patients can engage from a familiar, safe environment
Increased sense of confidentiality for some patients
Earlier intervention due to easier access
Easier, quicker follow-ups for medication adjustments
Timely monitoring of side effects
Private-pay patients wanting easier access
Medication Management
Thorough evaluations and ongoing monitoring of psychiatric medications to ensure safety, efficacy, and alignment with your physical health and recovery transition.
Counseling & Support
Brief personalized talk therapy focusing on emotional resilience, stress management, and coping strategies.
Office Phone: 208-271-5947
Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.sprucecare.com
Top Specialties and Expertise
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder type I & II
Chronic Pain
Cyclothymic Disorder
Depression
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
Early Dementias (co-managed with Neurology/PCP)
Emotional Disturbances
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Medication-induced psychiatric symptoms
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Psychosis
Schizophrenia
Schizoaffective Disorder
Sexuality
LGBTQ+
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Thinking/Thought Disorders
Veterans Issues
Office Phone: 208-271-5947
Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.sprucecare.com
Specialized Care for Your Mental Wellness
Compassionate medication management tailored to your unique biological needs.
Integrated brief counseling providing lasting emotional support and resilience.
Seamless telehealth access allowing you to connect from the comfort of your own space.
Evidence-based care delivered by a board-certified psychiatrist.
Insurances
At Northwoods Psychiatry, I strive to make mental health support accessible. I accept a wide range of insurance plans and provide private pay for telehealth services.
Currently accepting: Blue Cross of Idaho -Aetna (ID & WA)- Regence Blue Shield of Idaho- Cigna (ID & WA)-Carelon Behavioral Health (ID & WA) - most PPO's - Independence Blue Cross of Pennsylvania- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey- Private Pay (call the office to inquire about rates)
Coming soon: Oscar (Optum)- Oxford (Optum)- United Healthcare (Optum) ((ID & WA))- First Choice Health (ID)– (est. July 2026)- Pacific source (ID) - Select Health of Idaho - Medicare of Idaho - Tricare West - St. Luke's Healthcare
Office Phone: 208-271-5947
Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.sprucecare.com
Common Questions
What is telehealth psychiatry and how does it benefit me?
Telehealth psychiatry allows you to meet with a licensed psychiatric provider via secure video conferencing. It removes the need for travel, offering flexible scheduling and medication management from the privacy of your home.
How do I book an appointment with Northwoods Psychiatry?
Booking is simple through an integrated online portal. Choose a time that works for you, and you'll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join your video session securely.
Can medication be prescribed during a virtual visit?
Yes, I can prescribe and manage medications electronically. In most cases, prescriptions are sent directly to your preferred local pharmacy during or immediately following your visit.
Do you offer counseling alongside medication management?
Absolutely. I believe in a well rounded approach to mental health. Our sessions often may incorporate supportive counseling and therapeutic techniques alongside pharmacological treatment for optimal wellness.
What should I expect during my first session?
Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation where we will explore your symptoms, history, and goals. Together, we will create a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy, or both.
Office Phone: 208-271-5947 • Email: drforsyth@nwpsych.spucecare.com