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Online Psychiatry Costs Without Insurance
Here are some specific options and their typical pricing:
Evaluation/Initial Visit
- Talkiatry – ~$150–$300 for initial evaluation
- Cerebral – ~$199 initial visit
- Brightside – ~$95–$349 initial visit
- Done (ADHD-focused) – ~$199 initial assessment
Ongoing/Follow-up Visits
- Talkiatry – ~$100–$200 per follow-up
- Cerebral – ~$85–$99/month subscription (includes medication management)
- Brightside – ~$95/month for medication plan
Budget-Friendly Options
- Teladoc – ~$299 initial, ~$119 follow-ups
- MDLive – ~$284 initial visit
- Sesame – often $100–$175 for initial visits (good discount platform)
Tips to Save Money
- Sesame Care often has the lowest cash-pay rates
- GoodRx Care occasionally offers psychiatric services
- Ask about sliding scale fees
- Community mental health centers may offer lower rates
General Range
Most people pay $100–$300 for an initial evaluation and $75–$200 for follow-ups without insurance.
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