Online depression treatment & medication, from home
Talk to a U.S. licensed medical provider about depression and get a treatment plan. If a prescription is appropriate, your medication is shipped to your door. No insurance required.
$95 $25 for your first month
Then $95/month. Cancel anytime. Free, discreet shipping — medication usually arrives in 2-3 business days after your visit.
Feel better in 3 simple steps
Complete a short online visit, talk with a U.S. licensed provider, and get your medication delivered — no waiting room and no insurance needed.
Start your online depression visit
Answer a short set of questions about how you have been feeling, your health history and the medications you take. It takes a few minutes from your phone or laptop.
Talk with a U.S. licensed medical provider
A U.S. licensed medical provider, licensed in your state, reviews your answers and talks with you about your symptoms. If treatment is appropriate, they build a plan with you.
Get your medication delivered to your door
If a prescription is appropriate, your medication ships free to your door in discreet packaging and usually arrives in 2-3 business days after your visit. Your provider stays available for follow-up and adjustments.
80% of our mental health patients feel better in 8-12 weeks*
"Started about 3 months ago and it took all of the anxiety from going somewhere locally. Fears of being seen in my small town and the stigma of mental health issues kept me from seeking help. This gets the job done from the comfort of your own home. Their team is knowledgeable and genuinely wants to see you succeed."
Ashley - Lemonaid Patient
*80% of our patients who never took medicines for depression /anxiety see 50% improvement in their PHQ-9 (Depression) or GAD-7 (Anxiety) scores in 8 to 12 weeks.
FDA-approved depression medication, online treatment
If medication is right for you, your provider prescribes an FDA approved antidepressant to treat depression — and you stay in control of the plan.
- FDA-approved depression medication: Fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), escitalopram (Lexapro) and citalopram (Celexa).
- Monthly online visits with our clinicians to understand your progress and monitor your dose to make sure it’s delivering the relief you need. Plus, we’ll offer lifestyle suggestions to jumpstart your anxiety treatment and healing process.
- Your plan is month to month and you can cancel anytime.
- Free, discreet delivery. Medication usually arrives 2-3 business days after your visit, and your provider stays available for follow-up.
- Straight answers. Not everyone is a candidate for treatment, and if online care isn't right for you we'll recommend you a doctor in person.
$25 for your first month, then $95/month. Cancel anytime.
Medications our providers may prescribe for depression
Depression is often treated with SSRIs. Your provider will discuss which option, if any, is right for you. Not everyone is a candidate for treatment.
FAQs
Depression care, answered
Depression is the most common mental health condition. Too many people feel unable to get help because of stigma, embarrassment or not knowing where to turn.
How much does online depression treatment cost?
Online depression care with Lemonaid is $25 for your first month, then $95/month. Cancel anytime.
Do I need insurance?
No. You do not need insurance for a Lemonaid online depression visit. You pay the visit fee directly, so there is no insurance claim to file.
Can Lemonaid diagnose depression?
Yes we can. Our doctors and nurse practitioners use the same guidelines and clinical tools to diagnose depression online as a doctor or nurse practitioner would if you saw them in person.
You talk to a U.S. licensed medical provider who is licensed in your state. They review your answers, discuss your symptoms with you and decide with you whether treatment is appropriate.
Can Lemonaid treat depression online?
We can. Our team of experienced doctors, nurse practitioners and pharmacists can give you the help you need. We’ll work with you month by month to establish your goals and help you find the antidepressant medicine that works for you. Once you’ve seen improvement, we’ll work with you to decide if and when to come off treatment.
Lemonaid doesn’t currently offer cognitive behavioral therapy (‘CBT’), but you may find CBT helpful as a substitute or complement to prescription treatment. Our team will help you find CBT options that are right for you.
Will I get a prescription?
Only if your provider decides it is appropriate for you. Not everyone is a candidate for treatment. If a prescription is approved, your medication ships free to your door in discreet packaging and usually arrives in 2-3 business days after your visit.
What antidepressant medication can I get online?
We prescribe the following antidepressant medicines online:
SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for depression
- Sertraline 50mg and 100mg (generic of Zoloft)
- Citalopram 20mg and 40mg (generic of Celexa)
- Fluoxetine 20mg and 40mg (generic of Prozac)
- Escitalopram 10mg and 20mg (generic of Lexapro)
- Paroxetine 20mg, 30mg and 40 mg (generic of Paxil)
SNRI (serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) for depression
- Venlafaxine XR 75mg and 150mg (generic of Effexor XR)
- Duloxetine 30mg and 60mg (generic of Cymbalta)
Atypical Depression Medicines
Bupropion SR or XL 150mg and 300mg (generic of Wellbutrin SR or XL)
We don’t prescribe benzodiazepines like Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and Klonopin.
Are the depression medications FDA-approved?
Yes. The antidepressants our providers prescribe — fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), escitalopram (Lexapro) and citalopram (Celexa) — are FDA-approved to treat depression. Your provider decides whether one of them is appropriate for you.
Am I locked into a long-term plan?
No. There is no long-term commitment. Your plan is month to month and you can cancel anytime — just cancel at least 48 hours before your next renewal.
What if online care isn't right for me?
Online care is not right for everyone. If your provider thinks you need in-person care, they will tell you and point you toward the right kind of support. If you are in crisis, call 988 or 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.
Who can we help, and who are not eligible?
Certain health concerns can be unsafe to treat online. If any of the following apply to you, consider visiting a doctor in person. If you need help, give us a call at 888-536-2267.
- Under 25
- 64 or older
- Bipolar disorder
- You’re suicidal or have had a history of suicide attempts
- Taking MAOIs or have taken MAOIs in the previous 2 weeks
- Seizure history
- Kidney disease
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
- You have a bleeding disorder, or taking medications that increase risk of bleeding
- Pregnant
- Breastfeeding
- Glaucoma or family history of glaucoma
- HIV
- History or family history of QT prolongation or arrhythmia
- History of serotonin syndrome
- Currently take tricyclic antidepressants
- Actively using substances including marijuana
- Actively using alcohol
- You need time off work, wish for file for disability or work compensation
Can Lemonaid help with other mental health categories?
Yes, Lemonaid can help with seasonal depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or others, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.
Lemonaid is not an emergency service. We cannot help in a medical emergency or crisis.
Feeling better can start today
$25 for your first month, then $95/month. No long-term commitment — cancel anytime. No insurance needed.
Call us. We’re here to help
Our patient support team is available 888-536-2267
We'll help you work out whether an online visit is right for you, explain what the visit covers and answer questions about cost.
Lemonaid Health is a national telehealth company.