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“Best” depends on your situation (adult vs child, state/country, whether you want a specialist psychiatrist, and whether you use insurance). Below are reputable telehealth options known to evaluate ADHD and commonly prescribe non‑stimulant medications (atomoxetine/Strattera, guanfacine, clonidine, viloxazine/Qelbree, and certain off‑label antidepressants). I list each with why you might choose it — tell me your age and location and I can narrow it further.
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ADHD Online (ADHDOnline.com) — specialty service focused entirely on ADHD evaluations and medication management. Good if you want a streamlined, ADHD‑focused assessment and access to non‑stimulant options.
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Done (Donehealth.co / Done) — telehealth clinic focused on ADHD care with rapid appointments and ongoing medication management. Useful if you want a modern, ADHD‑centric platform that offers both stimulants and non‑stimulants.
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Talkiatry (talkiatry.com) — telepsychiatry with board‑certified psychiatrists who provide long‑term medication management and psychotherapy referrals. Better if you want specialist psychiatric care and insurance billing for visits.
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Brightline (hellobrightline.com) — pediatric and family‑focused mental health care (behavioral therapy + medication). Good if you’re seeking care for a child or teen and want integrated therapy plus medication including non‑stimulants.
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Amwell / Teladoc / PlushCare — large telehealth marketplaces that can connect you with psychiatrists or pediatric psychiatrists who prescribe ADHD non‑stimulants. Choose these if you prefer using insurance networks or want more clinician choices.
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Local telepsychiatrists via Zocdoc or Psychology Today — if you prefer an individual board‑certified psychiatrist (recommended when needing complex medication management), search by specialty and state for ADHD/child/adult psychiatry and confirm they prescribe non‑stimulants.
Important notes:
- Availability and which meds are offered vary by state and clinician; some services don’t treat active substance use or complex comorbidity by telemedicine.
- For new diagnoses or complex cases, a psychiatrist (not only a primary‑care teleprescriber) is often best.
- Non‑stimulant response can take weeks; follow‑up and safety monitoring are essential.
If you tell me: (1) adult vs child/teen, (2) your state (or country), and (3) whether you’ll use insurance, I’ll recommend the one or two best matches and link to next steps.