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Quick note: my training data goes to mid‑2024, so I can’t confirm company status or new entrants in 2026. I can, however, give up‑to‑date selection criteria and a short list of telehealth services that were prominent and/or specialized for ADHD as of 2024–2025, plus how to pick between them. If you tell me your country/state and whether the diagnosis is for an adult or child (and whether you want medication), I’ll tailor recommendations.
What to look for when choosing an online ADHD service
- Licensed prescribers (psychiatrists or psychiatric nurse practitioners) licensed in your state/country.
- A comprehensive evaluation (clinical interview + standardized rating scales such as ASRS or Conners; collateral history from family/school for kids).
- Clear follow‑up and monitoring plan (required especially if stimulants are prescribed).
- Multimodal options (medication management, therapy, ADHD coaching, behavioral supports).
- Transparent pricing and whether they accept your insurance.
- Good reviews and clear privacy/medical records procedures.
- Willingness to refer to in‑person specialty care if needed.
Services to consider (categories + reasons)
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Specialized ADHD teleclinics
- ADHD Online — focused on ADHD assessment/treatment; typically offers structured evaluations and medication management. Good if you want a focused ADHD pathway. (Verify current reputation/practices in 2026.)
- Done (getdone.com) — consumer‑facing telepsychiatry that has specialized ADHD programs and an emphasis on medication management and follow‑up. Good for people wanting streamlined medication care.
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Broad telepsychiatry platforms with ADHD services
- PlushCare — offers psychiatry appointments (diagnosis and medication management) and often accepts insurance; good if you want flexibility across mental health needs.
- Teladoc / Amwell — large telehealth platforms with psychiatry options and institutional partnerships; useful if you prefer an established, widely available vendor or want insurance‑network care.
- Talkiatry — tele‑psychiatry focused on mood/anxiety/ADHD with ongoing psychiatric follow‑up; good for continuity.
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Therapy + coaching (for behavioral treatment and skills)
- BetterHelp / Talkspace — large therapy platforms (mostly psychotherapy; limited psychiatry). Pair with a telepsychiatry provider if you need meds.
- ADHD coaching networks (ADDA/CHADD directories, private coaching platforms) — useful adjuncts focused on organization, time management, and executive function supports.
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Primary‑care–based telehealth with mental health options
- Hims & Hers, K Health — these often provide primary care/mental health visits and sometimes ADHD evaluations/medication management; may be convenient if you want combined primary care and mental health.
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Academic/clinic telemedicine (for complex cases)
- Major hospital/academic psychiatry telehealth programs (Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, local children's hospitals) — best for complicated cases, comorbidities, or if you need comprehensive multidisciplinary care.
Important safety/monitoring points
- If stimulant medication is being considered, expect baseline screening, regular follow‑ups, blood pressure/HR checks, and documentation of functional impairment. Many reputable services will require those.
- For children, good providers will obtain school/teacher reports or parent‑rated scales.
- Ask about continuity of care if you move states or change providers.
How I can help next
- Tell me your country/state, whether the patient is an adult or child, and whether you want medication or non‑medication treatment. I’ll give a short, tailored list of likely available services (and what to check about each one) so you can compare.