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Short answer: there’s no single “best” for everyone, but the top online options that commonly prescribe non‑stimulant ADHD medications and offer ongoing follow‑up are Done, PlushCare, Teladoc/Doctor on Demand, and using Zocdoc to book tele‑psychiatrists. Below is a quick comparison and how to choose.
Recommended services
- Done (getdone.com) — ADHD‑focused telehealth. Streamlined intake and ongoing monitoring; known for offering both stimulant and non‑stimulant treatment tracks plus coaching. Good if you want a service built specifically for ADHD.
- PlushCare (plushcare.com) — offers psychiatry and primary‑care televisits with board‑certified clinicians, accepts many insurances, and commonly prescribes non‑stimulants (and coordinates follow‑ups). Good if you want insurance coverage and continuity with a clinician.
- Teladoc / Doctor on Demand (teladoc.com; doctorondemand.com) — large telehealth platforms with psychiatric visits available. Reliable network and good for finding psychiatry appointments that can prescribe atomoxetine, guanfacine, clonidine or other non‑stimulants.
- Zocdoc (zocdoc.com) — not a prescriber itself but a search/book tool to find local or remote psychiatrists and ADHD specialists. Best if you prefer an MD/DO psychiatrist (recommended for complex ADHD or comorbidities) rather than a general teleclinic.
A note about Cerebral: Cerebral has been a prominent mental‑health telemedicine option that has offered ADHD care, but it’s had public controversies about prescribing practices. If you consider them, check provider qualifications and follow‑up protocols carefully.
What “non‑stimulant” means (what you’ll commonly see)
- Medications commonly prescribed online as non‑stimulant options include atomoxetine (Strattera), alpha‑2 agonists (guanfacine, clonidine), and sometimes bupropion or modafinil off‑label. Availability depends on the clinician and state regulations.
How to choose
- Prefer a psychiatrist (MD/DO) if you have complex symptoms, comorbid mental‑health conditions, or prior medication trials.
- Verify the service explicitly prescribes the non‑stimulant(s) you’re interested in.
- Confirm state availability (teleprescribing rules differ by state).
- Check insurance coverage and ongoing follow‑up frequency (good ADHD care includes monitoring).
- Read recent reviews and ask about lab or vitals monitoring if relevant.
If you tell me your state and whether you prefer a psychiatrist vs primary‑care clinician, I can look up options nearby or check which of these services are available and accept your insurance.