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Amwell

Privacy: A

Amwell provides telehealth psychiatry and therapy covered by most major insurance plans, with appointments often available within days.

Support Level
Clinical
Pricing
Insurance
Platforms
iOS, Android, Web
Privacy
A

Best For

  • People whose insurance or employer covers Amwell telehealth
  • Those needing psychiatry appointments faster than traditional wait times
  • People seeking combined medication management and therapy
  • Those in health system networks that partner with Amwell

Not Recommended For

  • Those in psychiatric emergency (call 988 or go to ER)
  • People requiring in-person evaluation
  • Those without insurance seeking lowest-cost options
Reviewed by HeyPsych Board· Last reviewed September 2026

About Amwell

Amwell is a leading telehealth platform offering psychiatry and therapy services across all 50 states. The platform connects patients with board-certified psychiatrists for medication management and licensed therapists for counseling. Amwell partners with major health systems and insurance plans, making it widely accessible through employer benefits. Services cover anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. Most insurance plans cover Amwell with standard copays. Self-pay options available. Appointments typically available within 3-7 days. The Amwell platform includes Amwell Psychiatric Care (formerly SilverCloud) for digital CBT programs.

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Privacy & Security

Privacy Grade
A
HIPAA Compliant
Yes
Data Sold
No

HIPAA compliant. NYSE-listed company with enterprise healthcare security. Partners with major health systems.

FAQ

About Amwell

Most major insurance plans cover Amwell, including BCBS, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and many others. Copays are typically $20-75 depending on your plan. Check your insurance portal or call the member services number to confirm telehealth mental health coverage.