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Short answer: there’s no single “best” service for everyone — the right telehealth depends on whether you need stimulant prescriptions, ongoing psychiatric medication management, CBT therapy for anxiety, coaching for ADHD, your state/insurance, and how much clinical depth you want. Below are several reputable options (with why each might be best) and quick tips to choose.
Top telehealth options to consider
- Done (Done ADHD)
- Why: ADHD-focused service for adults that combines psychiatric evaluations, medication management (including stimulants in many states), and ADHD coaching. Good if ADHD is your primary concern and you want a provider experienced specifically in adult ADHD.
- Cerebral
- Why: Large national mental-health platform that offers both medication management and therapy for ADHD + anxiety. Useful if you want an integrated plan (meds + therapists) in one place. (Check recent reviews and local availability.)
- Talkiatry
- Why: Psychiatry-first telehealth clinic specializing in psychiatric medication management (including ADHD and anxiety). Strong option if you want ongoing psychiatric care with referrals/coordination to therapists.
- PlushCare
- Why: Offers both psychiatry and therapy, accepts many insurances, and tends to have flexible scheduling. Good if you want to use insurance and want continuity of care between meds and therapy.
- Doctor On Demand / Amwell (psychiatry)
- Why: National telehealth platforms with board-certified psychiatrists and therapists. Good for same-day visits and if you prefer a well-established telemedicine company with insurance options.
- BetterHelp / Talkspace (therapy-only)
- Why: Large online therapy marketplaces with many therapists who treat anxiety and ADHD-related issues (CBT, ACT, coaching). Use these if you primarily need psychotherapy (they generally don’t prescribe medications).
- Local telepsychiatrists via Zocdoc or your insurance network
- Why: If you have complex symptoms or want long-term continuity, a private telepsychiatrist who takes your insurance (or works locally) may provide the most personalized care.
What to prioritize when choosing
- Does the service prescribe stimulants/controlled substances in your state? (Not all platforms do.)
- Integrated care: can you get both med management and CBT-based therapy for anxiety/ADHD?
- Provider expertise: look for clinicians experienced in adult ADHD and comorbid anxiety (ask about training/years treating adult ADHD).
- Insurance vs self-pay: check coverage, copays, and monthly subscription models.
- Follow-up and continuity: how often will you be seen, and who handles emergencies or significant side effects?
- Reviews and recent news: telehealth companies can change quickly — check current patient reviews and any regulatory updates.
Questions to ask a prospective provider
- Do you regularly treat adults with both ADHD and anxiety?
- Do you offer or coordinate CBT (for anxiety) or CBT-adapted interventions for ADHD?
- Will you prescribe stimulants or non-stimulant ADHD meds if clinically appropriate, and are there state restrictions?
- How often are follow-ups and who do I contact between visits?
If you want, tell me: (1) whether you need stimulant medication, (2) whether you prefer therapy + med management in one place, and (3) whether you need a provider who accepts your insurance — I’ll narrow this list to the best matches for you.