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A new kind of GLP-1 care. Built for the next generation.
The first nationwide provider of physician-led GLP-1 care developed specifically for teens and young adults.
FDA-approved medications. Ongoing clinical monitoring. Personalized support for a healthier future.
- Ages 12+
- Wegovy® + Saxenda® + Zepbound® (18+)
- Insurance concierge
Care that considers the whole person, not just the number on a scale.
What makes Thryvwell different
Built for ages 12–26.
The science
What’s possible when evidence-based treatment is paired with lifestyle support.
At least 5% body-weight reduction
At least 20% body-weight reduction
Published clinical-trial results, not outcomes from a Thryvwell program. Individual results vary. Thryvwell Health medication decisions require an evaluation by a licensed clinician.
Evidence and prescribing references
How Thryvwell Works
CHECK YOUR FIT
Start with a brief eligibility assessment to see whether Thryvwell may be right for you or your child.
CLINICAL EVALUATION
The clinical team reviews health history, goals, labs, medications, and other relevant factors to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
PERSONALIZED CARE PLAN
A personalized plan is developed based on individual health needs, including prescription medication, nutrition guidance, and ongoing monitoring.
BEGIN ONGOING CARE
A prescription is sent to the pharmacy as you or your child begins building healthy habits for long-term success.
What to expect
Start with a plan. Know what's next.
Swipe horizontally to explore each care stage.
First weeks
Start safely, with support.
If treatment is prescribed, care begins with a plan for what to expect, common side effects, and routines worth starting early.
Months 1–2
Notice the shift.
As early symptoms settle, some people notice changes in appetite, fullness, energy, or daily routines. Experiences vary.
Months 2–6
Increase thoughtfully.
Your board-certified physician guides dose changes based on treatment response, tolerance, and your individual care plan as routines develop over time.
Months 6–12
Find your rhythm.
With a daily routine in place, the focus turns to activities and habits that support long-term health.
Month 12+
Choose the next chapter.
Next steps are personal: maintenance, gradual tapering, or transitioning off treatment—planned with your care team.
Built on evidence
Beyond the number.
“We built Thryvwell’s protocols around established guidance for adolescent and young adult metabolic health, including the AAP’s 2023 clinical practice guideline for pediatric obesity and FDA-approved GLP-1 use.”
Dr. Glenda Pettaway, MD, MS, FAAP
Thryvwell's Chief Medical Officer
Read Dr. Pettaway's full bio
Clinical monitoring
Safety first,every step of the way.
Your board-certified physician adjusts monitoring and care based on your health, response, routines, and the plan you build together.
Health & development
Built around growth, development, and the routines that shape health and everyday life from ages 12–17.
Progress over time
Your board-certified physician considers weight, symptoms, health measures, and the goals that matter to you—together, not as a single number.
Treatment response
Your board-certified physician follows benefit and tolerance over time, then considers practical adjustments when your needs or response change.
Metabolic health
Lab review is guided by age, health history, medication needs, and the plan you build with your board-certified physician.
Ongoing care
Follow-up and secure messaging keep care connected as routines, needs, and goals change over time.
One membership.Clear support at every step.
Thryvwell Membership
Membership
$149/month
Paid upfront at enrollment.
HSA/FSA eligible
- Ages 12–26
- Cancel anytime
- Medication costs separate
What's Included
- Board-certified physicians
- GLP-1 medication & side-effect support
- 100% virtual care + 24/7 messaging
- Labs & clinical review before medication
- Insurance & prior authorization support
- Nutrition & lifestyle guidance
- Parent partnership for patients under 18
- Mental-health & eating-disorder screening
Medication coverage
We don't stop at the prescription.
For many eligible patients, medication may cost as little as $0–$25 out of pocket.
Our insurance concierge team works behind the scenes to help make coverage happen, from prior authorization to status tracking to appeals.
If coverage is denied, eligible patients may also have access to manufacturer savings programs from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. Eligibility, restrictions, and terms apply.
Clinical guardrails
The standards that guide every plan.
Under-18 care begins with FDA-approved options, consent, and baseline labs.
Positive eating-disorder screens receive behavioral-health support first.
Clear guidance for when to pause or message your board-certified physician.
The same board-certified physician stays with your plan month to month.
Digital food, movement, and side-effect tools that fit real life.
Maintenance and taper criteria are built into the plan.
Our under-18 protocols follow the American Academy of Pediatrics 2023 clinical practice guideline and FDA-approved adolescent labeling for semaglutide and liraglutide.
Frequently asked questions
What to know before starting care.
Thryvwell provides clinician-guided weight care for adolescents ages 12–17 and young adults ages 18–26. Eligibility is determined through an initial screening and clinical evaluation based on individual health information.
After the initial screening, the clinical team reviews relevant health history, medications, clinical measurements, goals, and other factors that may affect treatment. For adolescents, growth and development are also considered, baseline laboratory testing is required, and care protocols are informed by American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) clinical guidance for pediatric obesity and pharmacologic treatment. Treatment recommendations are made only after a clinician reviews individual health information.
GLP-1 medications are FDA-approved for chronic weight management in adolescents age 12 and older when specific clinical criteria are met. Thryvwell clinicians evaluate each adolescent individually before recommending treatment, considering health history, medications, growth and development, laboratory results, and other factors that may affect treatment.
For adolescents, care protocols are informed by AAP clinical guidance, with ongoing clinical monitoring throughout treatment. Treatment is recommended only when a clinician determines that it is appropriate for the individual.
Thryvwell clinicians only prescribe FDA-approved weight-management medications based on age, clinical eligibility, and individual health needs.
For adolescents ages 12–17, FDA-approved options for chronic weight management include Wegovy (semaglutide) and Saxenda (liraglutide). For adults ages 18–26, those options remain available, along with additional FDA-approved treatments, including Zepbound (tirzepatide).
Thryvwell does not prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications.
The $149 monthly membership is paid upfront at enrollment and includes:
- Clinician-guided care and medication management
- Secure care-team messaging through the patient portal
- Progress check-ins
- Nutrition and lifestyle support
- Insurance and prior authorization support
- Laboratory review and care coordination when clinically indicated
Full membership pricing and refund terms are available on the Membership page. Prescription medication and laboratory costs are separate.
If insurance does not cover a prescribed medication, the care team can help navigate available insurance-related options, including prior authorization and appeal support when applicable. Treatment decisions remain with the clinician and are based on individual health needs.
Insurance coverage cannot be guaranteed, and medication costs are separate from the Thryvwell membership.
Care shouldn't have to start over at 18.
Thryvwell is designed to support the transition from adolescence into young adulthood, with care that evolves as health needs, responsibilities, and stage of life change.
The initial screening is a brief first step to see whether Thryvwell may be appropriate. If the initial criteria are met, the next step is enrollment and a clinical evaluation.
Completing the screening does not commit anyone to care or guarantee treatment.
Thryvwell is designed for ongoing, clinician-guided care rather than a one-time visit. Your clinician determines the cadence of follow-up appointments, progress review, laboratory testing, and any treatment adjustments based on your individual care plan.
Secure care-team messaging through the patient portal helps keep the care experience connected between visits.
Check Your Fit in 2 Minutes.
See whether Thryvwell may be right for you or your teen.
The initial screening is a starting point, not a diagnosis or treatment decision.