InStride Health
Specialized OCD and anxiety treatment for children and teens — telehealth, insurance-covered.
Quick facts
Price
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Insurance
Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, +3 more
States
19 states
Medications
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Service model
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Coaching
Not included
FDA-approved only
No
How InStride Health compares
InStride Health and NOCD are both specialized OCD telehealth treatment platforms, but with different target populations. NOCD treats OCD in adults and adolescents broadly; InStride specializes in children and adolescents with OCD and anxiety, with children's hospital backing and a strong pediatric clinical framework. For families seeking OCD treatment for a child (under ~18), InStride's pediatric specialization and parent-involvement model make it a stronger clinical fit.
About
InStride Health is a telehealth platform specializing in evidence-based treatment of OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and anxiety disorders in children and adolescents, using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the gold-standard treatment for OCD. Founded in 2020 and backed by leading children's hospital networks, InStride delivers ERP through licensed therapists who specialize specifically in OCD and anxiety, providing a level of clinical expertise rarely available in general telehealth therapy platforms. The program includes both individual ERP sessions and family involvement components, recognizing that parent education and participation improve outcomes in pediatric OCD treatment. InStride accepts most major insurance plans and has worked to make specialized OCD treatment accessible to families who otherwise live far from OCD specialist practices — historically concentrated in a few major academic centers. InStride is appropriate for children and teens with clinically significant OCD or anxiety disorders who have not responded to general therapy or who need specialized ERP. General anxiety or mild OCD in children may not require InStride's level of specialization and can often be addressed by general child therapists.
What's Included
Convenience
Pricing
InStride accepts most major commercial insurance. OCD and anxiety treatment is covered under mental health parity law. Out-of-pocket costs depend on your plan's copay and deductible.
Who this is best for
Children and adolescents (ages 6–17 approximately) with clinically significant OCD or anxiety disorders — particularly those whose OCD has not responded to general therapy, who have received a diagnosis but cannot access ERP specialists locally, or who need specialized ERP rather than general CBT.
What to expect
Complete InStride's online intake for your child. A clinical specialist assesses OCD and anxiety severity and confirms appropriateness for ERP. Treatment begins with a structured ERP program: weekly individual sessions with an OCD-specialist therapist plus family coaching sessions. Parents receive training in how to support their child's ERP between sessions.
How to book
Visit instridehealth.com and complete the intake form for your child. An InStride clinical specialist contacts you to begin the assessment.
Seeing patients in 19 states
Telehealth providers must be licensed in the state where you are located. If your state is not listed, this provider cannot legally see you.
Insurance accepted
Aetna · Cigna · Blue Cross Blue Shield · UnitedHealthcare · out-of-pocket · hsa-fsa
Contact the provider to verify your specific plan before scheduling.
Also accepts self-pay patients.
Details
Average wait: Same week
Frequently asked questions
What is InStride Health?
InStride Health provides specialized ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy for OCD and anxiety disorders in children and adolescents — delivered by OCD-specialist therapists through telehealth, with insurance acceptance.
Does InStride treat adults?
InStride primarily treats children and adolescents. Adults with OCD seeking ERP therapy may find platforms like NOCD more appropriate.
Does InStride accept insurance?
Yes. InStride accepts most major commercial insurance plans. OCD and anxiety treatment is covered under mental health parity law for most plans.
Does InStride Health accept insurance?
Yes, InStride Health accepts the following insurance plans: Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, out-of-pocket, hsa-fsa. Contact the provider directly to verify coverage for your specific plan. They also accept self-pay patients.
What states does InStride Health serve?
InStride Health is licensed to see patients in 19 states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington. Telehealth providers must be licensed in the state where you are physically located during your visit.
How do I book with InStride Health?
Visit instridehealth.com and complete the intake form for your child. An InStride clinical specialist contacts you to begin the assessment.
What conditions does InStride Health treat?
InStride Health specializes in Mental Health & Psychiatry. Visit their profile for more details on the specific services and conditions they treat.
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