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Cerebral

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Mental health telehealth platform offering therapy and medication management, rebuilding trust after a DOJ investigation.

Austin, TXFounded 2020200–500 employeesReviewed Sep 19, 2026Prices checked Oct 9, 2026
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Our Verdict

Cerebral scores 55/100 in our independent evaluation — fair overall. It holds our “Most Affordable Therapy Bundle” label. Plans start at $60/mo.

Mental Health

What we like

+Flat $60/mo medication plan with prescription costs included through their own pharmacy
+Remediated the conduct behind the 2024 judgment, including reinstating a simple cancellation mechanism
+Flexible scheduling for therapy sessions

What to watch

−Publishes out-of-network caps if an insurance claim is denied: up to $290 for a medication intake and $250 for a therapy intake
−Agreed to a stipulated federal court order in April 2024 (U.S. v. Cerebral, S.D. Fla.) over patient-data use in advertising and cancellation practices, paying about $7M including more than $5M refunded to consumers; the case continues against its former CEO
−Limited to mental health only
−High therapist turnover reported by patients
−Controlled substance prescribing significantly curtailed

Full Review

Cerebral was one of the fastest-growing mental health startups before a DOJ investigation into its prescribing practices for controlled substances. The company has since overhauled its clinical protocols, leadership, and compliance infrastructure. It now focuses on therapy and non-controlled medication management. While the controversy damaged its reputation, the platform remains functional and competitively priced.

Last researched: Sep 19, 2026 · Prices checked: Oct 9, 2026

Pricing

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

TreatmentCategoryPrice/moIncludesNotes
Individual Therapy (per session)Mental Health$175
● Consults○ Lab work○ Shipping
Moved from a monthly subscription to a flat $175 per session; no monthly rate is published
No subscription needed
Medication OnlyMental Health$60
● Consults○ Lab work● Shipping
$180 billed every three months, an average of $60/mo; prescription costs included when using their pharmacy on an out-of-pocket plan
Subscription required
Couples TherapyMental Health$175
● Consults○ Lab work○ Shipping
Listed at $175/mo on the current plans page; an older page still shows $325/mo and the two have not been reconciled
Subscription required

Score Breakdown

45
Trust & Safety (30%)
70
Value (25%)
65
Experience (20%)
50
Product Range (15%)
35
Reputation (10%)
Trust & Safety45/100
Value70/100
Experience65/100
Product Range50/100
Reputation35/100

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Cerebral — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerebral legit?

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We rate Cerebral's trust & safety at 45/100 (below average), based on FDA compliance, licensing, and pricing transparency. Its overall score across all five of our scoring dimensions is 55/100 — see the full breakdown above.

How much does Cerebral cost?

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Cerebral's plans start at $60/mo. Exact pricing varies by treatment — see the pricing table above for a breakdown by product. Prices were last verified 2026-09-19.

Does Cerebral require a subscription?

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It depends on the plan. Some Cerebral treatments require an ongoing subscription and some don't — check the "Notes" column in the pricing table above.

What does Cerebral treat?

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Cerebral offers treatment in: Mental Health. It holds our “Most Affordable Therapy Bundle” label.

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