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Cheapest Ways to Get ADHD Treatment Without Insurance
Diagnosis & Prescriptions
Telehealth Services (Most Affordable Option)
- Done or Cerebral - online ADHD evaluation and prescriptions, often $199-299 for initial assessment
- Talkiatry - sliding scale fees available
- Brightside Health - competitive pricing for psychiatric care
Community Health Centers
- HRSA-funded community health centers (findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov) - sliding scale fees based on income, sometimes as low as $20-40 per visit
Medication Costs
Generic medications are dramatically cheaper:
- Generic Adderall (amphetamine salts) - ~$30-60/month
- Generic Ritalin (methylphenidate) - ~$20-40/month
- Generic Strattera (atomoxetine) - ~$30-50/month
Use discount programs:
- GoodRx - often cuts costs 70-80%
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs (costplusdrugs.com) - very transparent low pricing
- RxSaver - compare prices nearby
Therapy Options
- Open Path Collective - therapy sessions $30-80
- Psychology Today therapist finder - filter by sliding scale
Important Note
Stimulant medications require in-person evaluation in many states due to DEA regulations.
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