Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,292 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Online Psychiatry Telehealth Services
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Talkspace remains the top-recommended online psychiatric service in AI-generated answers. However, a significant shift has occurred as surged from the periphery to become a top-three contender, frequently cited for flexible and app-free therapy options.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The most cited service, but often noted for excluding controlled substance prescriptions. | 63% | |
| 2 | A new favorite for simple, private, browser-based sessions without requiring app installs. | 46% | |
| 3 | A fast-rising recommendation, praised for browser access and flexible session formats. | 40% | |
| 4 | 30% | ||
| 5 | 23% | ||
| 6 | A popular choice for telepsychiatry, but typically excludes controlled medication prescriptions. | 22% | |
| 7 | Often recommended specifically for treating anxiety and depression with medication or therapy. | 17% | |
| 8 | Mentioned for medication plans, but with noted limitations and past scrutiny. | 16% | |
| 9 | 16% | ||
| 10 | 16% | ||
| 11 | Frequently cited for full psychiatric care, including controlled substances where legally permitted. | 14% | |
| 12 | An established telehealth option, though its mention frequency has significantly declined. | 13% | |
| 13 | 11% | ||
| 14 | 10% | ||
| 15 | 9% | ||
| 16 | 8% | ||
| 17 | 7% | ||
| 18 | 7% | ||
| 19 | 7% | ||
| 20 | 5% | ||
| 21 | 4% | ||
| 22 | 4% | ||
| 23 | 4% | ||
| 24 | 4% | ||
| 25 | 3% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
talkspace.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 44% of analyzed answers.
Appeared as a new entrant in November, reaching rank #4 by March.
Rose from #15 to #3 in mentions between October and March.
“A general option for therapy and medication.” → “Often cited with warnings about past scrutiny and current prescribing limitations.”
Fell from #3 to #15 in overall mentions between October and March.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59% | 61% | ||
| 35% | 60% | ||
| 33% | 42% | ||
| 35% | 39% | ||
| 29% | 32% |
The two models disagree most about MDLIVE (ChatGPT #6, Google #19) and Google Meet (ChatGPT #12, Google #22).
Talkspace remains the top-recommended online psychiatric service in AI-generated answers. However, a significant shift has occurred as BetterHelp surged from the periphery to become a top-three contender, frequently cited for flexible and app-free therapy options.
Across 1,292 AI responses, Talkspace is mentioned most, named in 63% of them, followed by Doxy.me (46%) and BetterHelp (40%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,292 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI responses initially listed several providers, with Talkiatry consistently cited as an option for prescribing controlled substances. After December 2025, answers began adding more legal context and explicitly noting which popular services, like
Talkspace and
Doctor On Demand, do not prescribe these medications.
Brands mentioned
AI responses initially listed several providers, with Talkiatry consistently cited as an option for prescribing controlled substances. After December 2025, answers began adding more legal context and explicitly noting which popular services, like
Talkspace and
Doctor On Demand, do not prescribe these medications.
what are good virtual psychiatry options right now?
Talkspace and
Talkiatry have consistently been the top two recommendations for general virtual psychiatry throughout the observed period. Secondary recommendations often highlight
Brightside Health for anxiety and depression or
MDLIVE and
Doctor On Demand for quick access and family services.
The market map
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