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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest or pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed.
It can interfere with one's daily life and lead to a variety of emotional and physical symptoms such as changes in appetite or weight, sleep disturbances, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, feelings of worthlessness or guilt, and dark thoughts.
Take our free online MDD screener to gain insight into your symptoms and explore the possibility of seeking support from a qualified Cerebral therapist or prescriber.
Who we are
How can Cerebral help?
Cerebral is a telehealth service that provides therapy, medication, and medication management for a variety of mental health conditions—100% online.With CerebralRX, medication is shipped directly to you — and can cost up to 80% less than retail pharmacies for certain medications.
We thoroughly vet and credential each of our therapists and only invite select practitioners to join Cerebral. 99% of our team has a 4.8 rating.
Develop a plan with your therapist that’s specifically tailored to your needs and gives structure to your weekly sessions.
Medication can be shipped directly to your door or picked up at your local pharmacy. Save up to 80% than retail pharmacies with CerebralRx.
Cerebral puts easy access to a full mental health team in the palm of your hands.
Do I have depression?
Major depressive disorder, or MDD, is a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating. MDD is often diagnosed in adulthood and can have a significant impact on daily functioning. Some individuals may experience their first episode of MDD later in life.My medical team is professional, responsive, easy to reach, and I feel confident that my mental health issues will be managed properly. I have hope and don’t feel like like “just another case.” They see me as a person.
- Jacqueline
My overall experience with Cerebral has been exceptional - their customer service is great, responsive and always helpful..and my therapist has been life-changing!
- Leanna
I’ve spent months trying to find accessible therapy and prescribers for my medication. My provider was able to help me with my medication within our 30 min call. She was great and I just feel super grateful I found this app.
- Mirella
Frequently asked questions
The Cerebral Way is our intentional approach to improving your mental health.
Our program is built to give you specific goals and milestones to look forward to and help measure your progress over time. Our goal is that you’ll learn the skills to navigate life’s challenges on your own — and know you have the long-term support of your care team whenever you need it.
When you join Cerebral, you will:
- Build a personalized treatment plan with your therapist and/or prescriber to use as a guide for your sessions
- Complete an initial assessment before your first intake session, and then about once every 30 days to keep track of how your mental health changes throughout your treatment
- Meet with your therapist or prescriber periodically to review your treatment plan and make any necessary adjustments.
These steps give important structure to your mental health care journey and are designed to help you make more meaningful progression with your therapist or prescriber over time. Every person’s journey is different, and our approach is tailored to your specific needs and flexible enough to make adjustments to your treatment along the way.
This approach is intended to help you play an active role in your mental health care with support from your therapist or prescriber. Our goal is to help you make real, long-lasting progress in your mental health.
We can prescribe hundreds of medications that help manage symptoms for a wide range of conditions — including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Escitalopram (Lexapro), Sertraline (Zoloft), Fluoxetine (Prozac), and more.
Serotonin & Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
Duloxetine (Cymbalta), Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq), and more.
Atypical Antipsychotics
Aripiprazole (Abilify), Olanzapine (Zyprexa), Quetiapine (Seroquel), Ziprasidone (Geodon), and more.
We do not prescribe controlled substances.
Including:
- benzodiazepines (Xanax or Klonopin)
- stimulants (Adderall or Concerta)
- hallucinogens (ketamine)
But we can prescribe other non-addictive, clinically proven medications and treatment options that may support you.
Medication - $95/month
Includes a 30-min evaluation and diagnosis (if determined by your prescriber), a follow-up session, and up to 2 check-ins per month to discuss your progress and renew your prescriptions when clinically necessary. Includes unlimited messaging with your care team as needed. Cost of medication is billed separately and may be covered by insurance depending on your benefits. Our in-house pharmacy, CerebralRx, does not currently accept insurance.
Your charge of $95 will automatically renew each month unless cancelled prior to renewal date.
Therapy - $295/month
Includes an initial evaluation and diagnosis intake session, personalized care plan, monthly progress assessments, and ongoing weekly 45-minute video or phone therapy sessions with your therapist — plus messaging anytime in between sessions.
Your charge of $295 will automatically renew each month unless cancelled prior to renewal date.
Medication + Therapy - $365/month (save $30/mo when you combine services)
Get all features and benefits of our medication and therapy services — and save $30/mo when you combine them.
Your charge of $365 will automatically renew each month unless cancelled prior to renewal date.
Good to know:
- Subscription plans and medication costs are FSA/HSA eligible and we accept FSA/HSA cards as payment. Check with your insurance provider to learn what services are covered and how to use these benefits.
- Cerebral offers additional discounts if you choose to prepay for multiple months of care.
- You can cancel your subscription plan at any time for any reason.
Therapy
If you are subscribed to a 2x a month therapy plan:
Your subscription includes 2 sessions per month
If you are subscribed to a 4x a month therapy plan:
Your subscription includes 4 sessions per month
You may schedule additional sessions with either plan, which will be billed at $135 per session.
Medication
You will meet with your prescriber to complete your intake (typically done in one session). After that, you and your prescriber will decide how often you should meet according to their clinical recommendation and your specific needs.
Need more support?
You can log into your account and send a message to your prescriber or therapist directly if you need more support. Responses may take up to 2 business days.
Cerebral offers in-network coverage by several qualifying insurers in the states listed below. You can check your eligibility for in-network coverage directly with your insurance plan, or in your Cerebral Patient Dashboard after purchasing and activating a self-pay plan. If preferred, we can help you with paperwork to submit to your insurance company after sign-up.
There is a $30 a month charge that provides access to all platform benefits and care coordination support. Any charges for your plan’s cost sharing, such as deductibles, copays, or co-insurance, remain your financial responsibility - these are outlined in your insurance plan.
Qualifying Plans and States
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia:
- Medication-Only: GA
Cigna:
- Medication & Therapy: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, NY, PA, TX, VA, WA
Blue Shield of California:
- Medication & Therapy: CA
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois:
- Medication & Therapy: IL
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas:
- Medication & Therapy: TX
Blue Cross Network (BCN) of Michigan:
- Medication & Therapy: MI
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arkansas:
- Medication-Only: AR
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska:
- Medication-Only: NE
Capital Blue Cross and Blue Shield:
- Medication & Therapy: PA
CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield:
- Medication-Only: DC, MD
Highmark - Blue Cross and Blue Shield:
- Medication & Therapy: PA
- Therapy-Only: DE
- Medication-Only: WV
Humana:
- Medication-Only: KY
United Healthcare/Optum:
- Medication & Therapy: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MS, MT, NC, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
- Therapy-Only: AK, ID, MO, NJ, TN
- Medication-Only: AR, HI, IA, ME, ND, NE, VT, WV
We’re currently expanding the insurance providers we work with.
If you’re not currently a client:
Check if your plan is accepted
If you’re an existing client, log in and go to My Account to check if you’re covered.
If you are covered, your monthly subscription will be reduced to $30/mo (in addition to any out-of-pocket costs not covered by your insurance plan like medication costs, copays, deductibles, or co-insurance). This fee entitles you to all of the benefits included in your service.
Yes, you can message your therapist or prescriber anytime between sessions.
Responses may take up to 2 business days.
Log into your account to start a new message.