Psychiatrist in Latviano referral, no charge, where to go
- Certification check: State register of medical practitioners
- Professional body: Latvian Psychiatric Association
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A psychiatrist deals with insomnia, anxiety, panic attacks, low mood and burnout. The conversation takes place in the language you choose, and the doctor works out the next step together with you.
The consultation happens over video, so it works the same in Riga, Daugavpils, Liepaja, Jelgava, Jurmala, Ventspils and Rezekne.
No verified doctor in this area yet
We check every certificate by hand, so the list grows step by step. Choose another area or start with a family doctor.
Other Psychiatrist doctors in Latvia
These doctors have not confirmed their profile yet, so they cannot be booked for now.
- Aina Ādmine
- Inga Albrekte
- Dace Amoliņa
- Ksenija Baidina
- Kristīne Balode
- Andis Banga
Known psychiatrists in Latvia
No names are listed for this specialty yet
We are adding them gradually. Doctors you can book are shown at the top of this page.
When to call 113 and where to find support
Call 113 if:
- Someone's life is at risk, whether their own or another person's.
- Someone is confused, unable to care for themselves, and deteriorating quickly.
- There is a severe reaction to medication, including seizures or altered consciousness.
- Poisoning is suspected.
Other contacts:
- Crisis lineNumber: 116 123Notes: The unified crisis line operating across the European Union
- Victims of crimeNumber: 116 006Notes: Support for victims
- National Centre for Mental Health admissionsNumber: Tvaika iela 2, RīgaNotes: Open 24 hours, including weekends and public holidays
The National Centre for Mental Health states that in a crisis you can also come to its emergency and admissions department, where appropriate free professional help is provided.
If you feel unwell but life is not at risk, the conversation can start with your family doctor, who is often the first professional people see about mental health.
What a psychiatrist treats
A psychiatrist diagnoses and treats mental and behavioural disorders. State-funded care covers diagnoses coded F00 to F99 in the International Classification of Diseases.
- Depression and other mood disorders
- Anxiety and stress-related disorders
- Psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia
- Bipolar affective disorder
- Dementia and other organic mental disorders
- Eating disorders
- Sleep disturbance in the context of mental disorder
Outpatient psychiatric care covers consultations and advice on what to do next to improve your mental health.
What the state pays for
| Service | Rule |
|---|---|
| Psychiatry consultation | No referral. Psychiatrists and child psychiatrists are direct-access specialists for people with mental illness, under diagnosis codes F00-F09, F20-F62 and F63.1-F99 |
| Patient co-payment | The National Centre for Mental Health states that psychiatry consultations are free as a state-funded service |
| Day hospital | The National Centre for Mental Health states that day hospital treatment is free |
| Home visits by a psychiatrist | Funded for patients whose health prevents them attending a clinic |
| Psychological and psychotherapeutic help | On referral from a family doctor or psychiatrist, for patients with depression, stress-related disorders, neurotic spectrum disorders and eating disorders |
| Addiction treatment | Public sources state that state-funded addiction treatment has been available since 1 January 2025 and that no referral is needed to book with an addiction specialist |
Consultations are provided regardless of where the person lives.
Glossary
- Direct-access specialist
- a doctor you can see without a family doctor referral.
- ICD-10 codes F00-F99
- the section of the international disease classification covering mental and behavioural disorders.
- Outpatient care
- treatment without hospital admission.
- Day hospital
- treatment where the patient attends during the day and goes home at night.
- Psychotherapy
- treatment based on structured conversation and defined methods.
- Clinical psychologist
- a specialist providing psychological assessment and counselling, who is not a doctor and does not prescribe medication.
- Addiction psychiatrist
- the doctor treating alcohol and other substance dependence.
- Crisis line 116 123
- the unified European Union crisis number.
How someone becomes a psychiatrist in Latvia
- Six years of medical study and a doctor's degree, at RSU or the University of Latvia.
- Residency in psychiatry. Programme page: RSU residency programme.
- The child psychiatry route: RSU states the total training is four years, of which two are in psychiatry and two, being the third and fourth years, are in child psychiatry.
- The certificate is valid for 5 years. Recertification requires 250 continuing education points, at least 60 per cent tied to the base specialty, plus a 48.38 EUR fee.
- Entry in the practitioners register must be renewed every 5 years.
How to verify this doctor's certificate
- 1Open registri.vi.gov.lv/rap.
- 2Enter the surname or practitioner identifier in the search box.
- 3Confirm the listed specialty reads "Psihiatrs", or "Bērnu psihiatrs" for a child, or "Narkologs" for addiction care.
- 4Check the certificate validity date.
- 5If a specialist offers psychotherapy, note that a medical psychotherapist and a clinical psychologist are different qualifications.
Where this specialist practises, by city
Rīga
- National Centre for Mental Health
Outpatient Centre, Tvaika iela 2. Reception line 68617500. Psychiatrists see patients on weekdays from 08:00 to 18:00 by appointment.
The Centre's "Pārdaugava" clinic, Viļa Plūdoņa iela 1, on the same reception line 68617500.
The Centre's "Pārdaugava" clinic, Viļa Plūdoņa iela 1, on the same reception line 68617500.
The Centre's emergency and admissions department, Tvaika iela 2, building U, open 24 hours.
The Centre's emergency and admissions department, Tvaika iela 2, building U, open 24 hours.
Consultations are provided regardless of where the person lives, so people from the regions can also attend in Rīga. In the regions, psychiatric care is also available at specialist hospitals and health centres.
A separate duty line, 25428561, operates on weekdays from 08:00 to 16:00, but the National Health Service states it is intended for family doctors, specialists, healthcare providers and state institution staff, not for patients.
Choosing between doctors
- No referral needed. A psychiatrist is a direct-access specialist, so you can book directly by phone or at reception.
- State-funded or private. In the state programme the consultation is free; in private practice the doctor sets the price.
- Languages. In mental health it matters to speak a language you are comfortable in, so check when booking.
- Continuity. Treatment is often adjusted in steps, so staying with one doctor has real value.
- Psychotherapy separately. If you want talking therapy, ask about a referral to a clinical psychologist or psychotherapist.
What a visit looks like
- The visit starts with a conversation about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, your situation, and any previous treatment.
- Bring a list of all medicines you take, including those prescribed by another doctor.
- If it is hard to talk about what is happening, you can write the main points down beforehand or bring someone you trust.
- The doctor assesses your condition, advises on next steps, and where needed prescribes medication or refers you to a psychologist or psychotherapist.
- If your condition requires it, the doctor may offer day hospital or inpatient treatment.
Cost
In the state programme a psychiatry consultation is free and no patient co-payment applies. Medication costs may be reimbursed depending on the diagnosis.
- Psychiatry consultation in the state programmePrice EUR: 0.00Source: NPVC
- Day hospital treatmentPrice EUR: 0.00Source: NPVC
- Home visit for a patient unable to attend a clinicPrice EUR: 0.00Source: LV portāls, Cabinet Regulation No. 555
- Psychologist or psychotherapist sessions on referralPrice EUR: 0.00Source: NVD
- Private psychiatry consultationPrice EUR: per doctor's price listSource: private practices
Professional associations and oversight
Several organisations represent the field:
- Latvijas Psihiatru asociācija, registration number 40008172347, president Māris Taube, vice-president Elmārs Tērauds, psihiatruasociacija.lv.
- Latvijas Bērnu psihiatru asociācija, registration number 40008160136, contact Anete Masaļska.
- Latvijas Ārstu psihoterapeitu asociācija, registration number 40008193067, president Gunta Andžāne, arstipsihoterapeiti.lv.
- Latvijas Ārstu psihoterapeitu biedrība, registration number 40008101221.
- Latvijas Psihosomatiskās medicīnas un psihoterapijas asociācija, registration number 40008196773.
Certificates are issued by the Certification Council of the Latvian Medical Association. The sector regulator is the Health Inspectorate.
Patient rights and complaints
If you have doubts about the quality of care, raise them first with the provider's management. If that does not resolve it, a written submission goes to the Health Inspectorate no later than two years after the alleged infringement, and is reviewed within 30 days, extendable to four months in complex cases. The procedure is set out on the Health Inspectorate site.
Psychiatric hospitals also treat people subject to a court-ordered compulsory medical measure, and people undergoing inpatient forensic psychiatric assessment.
FAQ
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
No. Psychiatrists and child psychiatrists are direct-access specialists for people with mental illness.
What does a visit cost?
In the state programme a psychiatry consultation is free. In private practice the doctor sets the price.
Is help only available in my own city?
No. The National Centre for Mental Health states that consultations are provided regardless of where the person lives.
Where do I call in a crisis?
The crisis line 116 123 operates across the European Union. If life is at risk, call 113.
Does the state pay for psychotherapy?
With a referral from a family doctor or psychiatrist, the state funds psychological and psychotherapeutic help for certain diagnoses.
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