Top 15 Telehealth Companies Hiring PMHNPs in 2026

The landscape of psychiatric care has fundamentally shifted. In 2026, telehealth is no longer just an alternative; for many PMHNPs, it is the primary mode of practice. Across the active job postings on PMHNP Hiring, demand for remote psychiatric providers keeps climbing.

Whether you are looking for the stability of a salaried (W2) role or the flexibility of a contract (1099) position, these are the top companies shaping the future of telepsychiatry.

A note on pay: some of these companies post a pay range on individual job listings (Talkiatry does on its careers board), but pay varies by company, role, and contract type, and the figures that circulate online for them are rarely sourced. Rather than repeat figures nobody can source, each entry below describes how the company pays you. For real numbers, see current advertised pay on telehealth PMHNP listings, which is built from live postings. To compare an hourly 1099 rate with a salaried offer, see our hourly rate guide.

💡Quick Answer

The top telehealth companies hiring PMHNPs in 2026 include Talkiatry, Cerebral, Brightside Health, and Grow Therapy. What they pay varies widely by company and pay model (W2 vs. 1099), and a large and growing share of PMHNP postings now offer remote or telehealth options. See what telehealth PMHNP roles are advertising right now.

💡Key Takeaways

1. Talkiatry
2. Cerebral
3. Brightside Health
4. Grow Therapy
5. Done. (Done ADHD)

1. Talkiatry

What they do: Talkiatry is a premier mental health practice that provides in-network psychiatry. They are known for high-quality care and a provider-centric model, employing established psychiatrists and PMHNPs on a W2 basis.

Pay structure: Salaried base plus productivity bonuses
Employment Type: W2 Full-time
Key Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid malpractice, a CME allowance, and administrative support.

Pros: Strong clinical leadership, collaborative environment (easy access to MDs), and they handle all insurance credentialing and billing. No administrative burden. Cons: Strict schedule requirements; higher patient volume expectations compared to private practice. Browse Talkiatry Jobs

2. Cerebral

What they do: One of the largest and most well-known telehealth platforms, Cerebral focuses on medication management and therapy for conditions such as anxiety and depression. In a November 2024 agreement with federal prosecutors, Cerebral stated that it stopped prescribing controlled substances, including ADHD stimulants, on October 15, 2022, and it agreed not to prescribe them in the future.

Pay structure: Salary for W2 roles, or an hourly rate for 1099 contracts
Employment Type: Mixed (W2 and 1099 options)
Key Benefits: 100% remote flexibility, stock options (for full-time), licensure reimbursement.

Pros: Massive patient volume means you can fill your schedule immediately. Very flexible hours. Cons: Historical controversy over prescribing practices has led to tighter internal regulations; high churn rate.

3. Brightside Health

What they do: Brightside specializes in treating anxiety and depression with "Precision Psychiatry," utilizing data to guide prescribing decisions.

Pay structure: Salary on the W2 track, contracted rates on the 1099 track
Employment Type: W2 and 1099
Key Benefits: Technology-forward platform, consistent patient flow, clinical decision support tools.

Pros: Excellent tech stack makes documentation faster. Focus on evidence-based care. Cons: Limited scope of practice (mostly anxiety/depression); less autonomy in treatment plans due to algorithm-driven guidance.

4. Grow Therapy

What they do: Grow Therapy is less of a clinic and more of a "practice-in-a-box" for providers who want to launch their own private practice but need help with insurance and billing.

Pay structure: You bill insurance through Grow, so earnings track your volume and negotiated rates
Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Key Benefits: You own your patient panel. They handle credentialing with major payers (Aetna, Cigna, UHC, etc.) and billing.

Pros: Maximum autonomy. You set your rates (within insurance limits) and schedule. High earning potential. Cons: No guaranteed salary; you only get paid when you see patients. No benefits (health/401k).

5. Done. (Done ADHD)

What they do: A specialized platform focusing primarily on ADHD management.

Pay structure: Hourly contract rate
Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Key Benefits: Very specific patient population, flexible part-time work.

Pros: Streamlined workflow if you are comfortable treating ADHD. Good for side income. Cons: Highly repetitive caseload. More seriously, in November 2025 a federal jury convicted Done's founder and its clinical president in what the U.S. Department of Justice called an Adderall distribution and health care fraud scheme. As of October 2026, eleven defendants had been convicted in the scheme, licensed prescribers among them. Your license and DEA registration are your own, so confirm the company's current status and prescribing policies before you sign anything.

6. Lyra Health

What they do: Lyra partners with large employers (like Starbucks, eBay) to provide mental health benefits to employees. They focus on evidence-based short-term care.

Pay structure: Salary on the W2 track, session-based rates on the 1099 track
Employment Type: W2 and 1099
Key Benefits: Premium reimbursement rates, matched with highly motivated clients (employees of top tech firms).

Pros: High-functioning patient population. Less "chronic" maintenance care, more solution-focused. Cons: High expectations for clinical outcomes and data reporting.

7. Spring Health

What they do: Similar to Lyra, Spring Health is a B2B mental health provider using "Precision Mental Healthcare" to match employees with providers.

Pay structure: Salary on the W2 track, contracted rates on the 1099 track
Employment Type: W2 and 1099
Key Benefits: "Provider-first" culture, proprietary assessment tools.

Pros: Diverse patient population. Strong emphasis on finding the right fit between patient and provider. Cons: rigorous vetting process to get hired.

8. Alma

What they do: Like Grow Therapy, Alma is a membership-based network that helps providers take insurance. Spring Health completed its acquisition of Alma on May 1, 2026, and Alma says nothing changes for providers day to day.

Pay structure: Volume based. You bill payers at Alma's negotiated rates.
Employment Type: Independent Practice (Member)
Key Benefits: Access to Alma's enhanced session rates with payers such as Aetna, Cigna, and Optum once you are credentialed under Alma's tax ID.

Pros: Strong community of providers. Excellent slick software. Weekly or biweekly payouts, plus what Alma calls a Payout Confidence policy against unforeseen client payment issues. Cons: Alma charges a monthly membership fee to use the platform. Check the current rate with Alma before you join.

9. Headway

What they do: The direct competitor to Alma and Grow, Headway is a free platform for providers to get credentialed and bill insurance.

Pay structure: Volume based. You bill payers at Headway's negotiated rates.
Employment Type: Independent Practice
Key Benefits: Free to use (no monthly fee).

Pros: Zero overhead cost to start. Rapid credentialing. Cons: Customer support for providers can sometimes be slow compared to paid platforms like Alma.

10. Rula (formerly Path Mental Health)

What they do: Rula connects patients with mental health providers covered by their insurance.

Pay structure: Paid per session at Rula's contracted rate
Employment Type: 1099
Key Benefits: They fill your caseload for you. Marketing is done entirely by them.

Pros: Great for filling gaps in a schedule. Cons: Lower reimbursement rates than if you negotiated directly, but higher convenience.

11. Teladoc Health (BetterHelp)

What they do: The giant of telehealth. Teladoc offers general medical and psychiatric services.

Pay structure: Salary on the W2 track, per-visit rates on the 1099 track
Employment Type: W2 and 1099
Key Benefits: Stability of a publicly traded company.

Pros: Endless supply of patients. Brand recognition. Cons: Lower per-visit pay compared to specialized startups. Bureaucratic.

12. MDLive (by Evernorth)

What they do: A Cigna-owned telehealth platform offering urgent care and behavioral health.

Pay structure: Contracted rate per block or visit
Employment Type: 1099 mainly
Key Benefits: Flexible scheduling in 15-30 minute blocks.

Pros: Integration with Cigna network guarantees volume. Cons: Often focused on shorter, more transactional interactions.

13. Amwell

What they do: Provides telehealth infrastructure for hospitals and health plans, and maintains its own provider group (Amwell Medical Group).

Pay structure: Salary on the W2 track, contracted rates on the 1099 track
Employment Type: 1099 and W2
Key Benefits: Academic partnerships and hospital integrations.

Pros: More "medical" model, often treating higher acuity patients than D-to-C apps. Cons: Older technology interface compared to startups.

14. Included Health (formerly Doctor On Demand)

What they do: Comprehensive virtual care including primary care and behavioral health.

Pay structure: Salaried
Employment Type: W2
Key Benefits: Excellent benefits package, paid time off, malpractice coverage.

Pros: Collaborative care model with PCPs and therapists. Cons: Fixed scheduling requirements.

15. Array Behavioral Care

What they do: Specifically focused on telepsychiatry, often partnering with hospitals for tele-consults (ER/Inpatient) as well as at-home care.

Pay structure: Salaried, with premiums attached to high-acuity and crisis coverage
Employment Type: W2
Key Benefits: Specialized high-acuity work available.

Pros: Ability to do inpatient/ER work from home. High pay for high acuity. Cons: Can be high stress if working the crisis/ER line.

Telehealth vs. In-Person PMHNP Salary Comparison

Is there a "remote tax"? We know of no published, sourced comparison of remote and in-person PMHNP pay, and pay for either varies by employer, state, and W2 or 1099 status. For the actual numbers, compare telehealth listings against all PMHNP listings.

Feature	Telehealth PMHNP	In-Person PMHNP
Base pay	Varies by company, state, and W2 or 1099 status	Varies by employer, state, and setting
Overhead	Almost none (laptop and WiFi)	Commute, wardrobe, meals
Patient Volume	Set by each platform's visit length and targets, so ask for the expected visits per day	Set by each clinic's schedule, so ask for the expected visits per day
Geographic Reach	Multi-state potential	Constrained to commute zone

Verdict: Compare offers on total value, not base salary alone: telehealth removes commuting costs, and holding several state licenses can open more work, so the net income from a remote role can match or beat an in-person offer with a similar base.

How to Get Hired as a Telehealth PMHNP

The competition for remote roles is fierce. Here are 5 tips to stand out:

Get Licensed Beyond Your Home State: Don't just hold a license in your home state. Each added state license widens the pool of patients a national platform can book with you. There is no compact shortcut for NPs: the Nurse Licensure Compact covers RN practice only, and the separate APRN Compact has not been implemented, so as a rule you need an APRN license in each state where your patients are located.
Master the Tech: During your interview, ensure your lighting, background, and connection are flawless. This is the job. If you can't Zoom well, you can't treat well.
Highlight "Zoomside Manner": explicitly mention how you build rapport virtually during your interview.
Understand 1099 vs W2: Know whether you want benefits (W2) or higher cash flow (1099) and pitch yourself accordingly.
Use Specialized Job Boards: Don't just rely on Indeed. Use platforms dedicated to PMHNPs.

States with Most Telehealth PMHNP Jobs

According to our internal data, these states have the highest volume of remote PMHNP open requisitions:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do telehealth PMHNPs earn less than in-person providers?

A: Not necessarily. We know of no sourced comparison of remote and in-person PMHNP pay. Pay varies by employer, state, and W2 or 1099 status, and telehealth saves commute time and expenses. For current figures, compare telehealth listings against all PMHNP listings.

Q: Can I work from home if I live in a different state?

A: Generally, yes. The "Golden Rule" of telehealth is that you must be licensed in the state where the patient is physically located at the time of the appointment. Your location is secondary.

Q: Do I need my own malpractice insurance for telehealth?

A: If you are a W2 employee (e.g., for Talkiatry or Included Health), they usually cover it. If you are a 1099 contractor (e.g., for Grow Therapy or Alma), you typically must purchase your own coverage.

Ready to find your remote role? Browse Telehealth PMHNP Jobs on PMHNP Hiring today.

Sources

U.S. Department of Justice, Founder/CEO and Clinical President of Digital Health Company Convicted (November 19, 2025): https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/founderceo-and-clinical-president-digital-health-company-convicted-100m-adderall
U.S. Department of Justice, Doctor Convicted for Conspiring to Distribute Over 2 Million Stimulant Pills (October 2, 2026): https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/doctor-convicted-conspiring-distribute-over-2-million-stimulant-pills