Serenity Squad Membership
Real psychiatric care, predictable value.
The membership for serious mental health care. You get the same board certified clinician over time, lower visit prices, and tools that support you between visits. No insurance games, no surprise bills.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Last reviewed June 20, 2026 · Editorial policy
“Good psychiatry is a relationship over time, not a one time visit. We built the Serenity Squad so the people who stay in care are rewarded for it, with lower prices and real support between visits, and never a contract or a catch.”
Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, founder of shrinkMD
Membership at a glance
A simple, honest membership
Join when it makes sense for you, or pay as you go.
Membership
$49 a month. First month free, no sign-up fee, cancel anytime.
Member follow-ups from $110
Psychiatrist $145, PMHNP $110, Therapy $120.
Or pay as you go
No membership required.
Why it exists
Why we built a membership
Mental health care works best as a relationship over time. The people who get better are usually the ones who keep showing up: steady follow-ups, small adjustments, and a clinician who already knows their story. The Serenity Squad is built to reward exactly that.
For $49 a month, with your first month free, your follow-ups cost less and you get real support between visits, from unlimited secure messaging to free access to our Unstuck and QuitScrolling apps. It is not insurance and it is not a contract. It is a simple way to make ongoing care more affordable and more connected, and you can cancel anytime.
Membership math
What you save with membership
| If you see your... | Pay cash | With $49 membership | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychiatrist, once a month | $215 | $194 | $21/mo |
| Psychiatrist, twice a month | $430 | $339 | $91/mo (about $1,092/year) |
| Nurse practitioner, once a month | $165 | $159 | $6/mo |
| Nurse practitioner, twice a month | $330 | $269 | $61/mo (about $732/year) |
Member rates
What you pay as a member
Your $49 a month lowers every follow-up. Evaluations cost the same whether or not you are a member.
| Visit | Pay per visit | Serenity Squad member |
|---|---|---|
| Follow-up with a psychiatrist | $215 | $145 |
| Follow-up with a nurse practitioner | $165 | $110 |
| Initial evaluation | $295 to $395 | $295 to $395 |
| Monthly membership | Not required | $49 / month |
What's included
Everything in your membership
Ten ways the Serenity Squad supports you, in your visits and between them.
- Free Unstuck app and free QuitScrolling app, with full premium access.
- Lower visit prices on every follow-up and session.
- Unlimited secure messaging with a 24-hour prescriber response.
- Priority scheduling with a same-week guarantee and member-only evening and weekend slots.
- Free medication refills within reasonable timeframes.
- Fee forgiveness: up to two late-cancel or no-show fees waived each quarter.
- Loyalty reward: one free follow-up after twelve continuous months.
- Member resource library: the Anxiety, Depression, and Panic Reset toolkits and more.
- Superbill generator for out-of-network reimbursement, with guidance.
- Monthly virtual group wellness sessions, optional peer support.
Getting started
How to join
Book your first evaluation
Book your first evaluation and meet your clinician.
Join the Serenity Squad
Love the care? Join the Serenity Squad, $0 today and your first month free.
Perks start next visit
Member pricing and perks start on your very next visit.
Is it right for you
Who the Serenity Squad is for
Membership is optional. Here is when it tends to make sense, and when it doesn't.
A good fit if
You're in active treatment, see your clinician regularly for medication management or therapy, and want lower per-visit costs plus support between visits.
Maybe later if
You only need a one time evaluation or expect just an occasional visit. Pay per visit now and join later, still with your first month free.
Either way
You get the same board certified clinicians and the same standards. Membership only changes the price and the perks, never the care.
Honest answers
Clearing up membership myths
Myth: This is just insurance with another name.
Fact: No. The Serenity Squad is a membership of access and educational benefits with lower self-pay rates. It is not insurance or a prepaid health plan, and visits are billed separately.
Myth: I'll be locked into a contract.
Fact: There's no contract. Your first month is free, there's no sign-up fee, and you can cancel anytime with no penalty.
Myth: There are hidden fees.
Fact: No. Membership is a flat $49 a month and every visit price is published. You always see the cost before you book.
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Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
What is the Serenity Squad?
A simple monthly membership ($49) that lowers your visit prices and adds priority scheduling, unlimited messaging, free app access, and more. Membership is optional; you can also pay per visit.
Is membership required?
No. You can always pay per visit with no membership. Membership saves money for people who see their clinician regularly.
Is this insurance?
No. The Serenity Squad is a membership of access, administrative, and educational benefits with discounted self-pay visit rates. It is not insurance or a prepaid health plan, and visits are billed separately.
Can I cancel?
Yes, anytime, with no penalty. Your first month is free and there is no sign-up fee.
How is this different from insurance?
Insurance pays a portion of covered claims, often after a deductible, and decides what is covered. The Serenity Squad is not insurance. It is a flat $49 a month that lowers your self-pay visit prices and adds member perks. Visits are billed separately, and you always see the price up front.
What if I only need one visit?
Then membership probably isn't worth it yet. Pay per visit for your evaluation, and join later if you move into ongoing care. Your first month is still free when you do.
Do the Unstuck and QuitScrolling apps really come free?
Yes. Active members get full premium access to both apps at no extra cost, for as long as the membership is active.
When do member prices and perks start?
On your very next visit after you join. There is no waiting period.
Can I cancel and rejoin later?
Yes. You can cancel anytime with no penalty and rejoin whenever ongoing care makes sense for you again.
Ready to feel like yourself again?
Start with a full evaluation, then join the Serenity Squad when it is right for you. Choose your state and book online.
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