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Without insurance, an online psychiatrist typically costs about $75 to $300+ for an initial visit, with many services clustering around $99 to $299 for the first appointment.[3][4][1]
A few concrete examples:
- Talkspace: $299 for the initial evaluation/diagnosis/prescription, then $175 for follow-up prescription renewals every three months if you pay out of pocket.[1]
- Brightside Health: $95/month self-pay for psychiatry, which includes psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and ongoing support.[2]
- GoodRx Telehealth Marketplace: virtual psychiatrist visits can start at $99 per session and sometimes less.[3]
- MDLIVE: initial psychiatrist visits are listed at up to $299, depending on the plan, with follow-ups up to $159.[9]
For a quick buying recommendation, if you want the lowest predictable monthly price, Brightside Health is a strong option at $95/month.[2] If you want a one-time visit rather than a subscription, GoodRx Telehealth Marketplace or Sesame Care may offer lower starting prices, with Sesame advertising psychiatry from $45 in Texas.[3][8]
If you want, I can also compare the cheapest online psychiatry options by monthly cost, first-visit cost, and whether they prescribe medication.