Hims Anxiety vs Brightside (Anxiety Plan)

Both Hims Anxiety and Brightside (Anxiety Plan) are US-licensed telehealth programs for anxiety. Hims Anxiety: Hims Anxiety — SSRIs & SNRIs prescribed online. Brightside (Anxiety Plan): Brightside — anxiety-specialized psychiatry + therapy. The right pick depends on whether you want insurance handling, brand availability, async vs sync clinical model, and cancellation flexibility — see the side-by-side comparison above.

Hims Anxiety starts at $30/month. Brightside (Anxiety Plan) starts at $95/month. Stated prices are subscription fees; the actual cost depends on whether the medication is included, whether insurance applies, and current promotions. Compare the full pricing breakdown in the side-by-side table.

Yes — telehealth programs can be cancelled and the same prescription often re-routed through a new provider. The new provider will typically require their own clinical assessment, and you may pay for two months of subscriptions during the transition. Document your cancellation in writing.

Insurance acceptance varies. Some programs file prior authorizations on your behalf as a concierge service; others operate cash-pay only. Check the comparison rows for "insurance handling" — that's usually the biggest differentiator.