Expert, judgment-free weight care for your child, 100% virtual and covered by insurance.
Covered by most major insurance plans and Medicaid
Clarity bills your insurance like any doctor’s visit. You only pay your usual co-pay.
$25
average co-pay for families with commercial insurance
$0
co-pay for families with Medicaid insurance
Actual cost varies by plan. We accept most major insurance plans and Medicaid.
Check your coverage →Every family starts with a conversation with a medical provider at the first visit. Then we work with you to choose the care that fits, and adjust it as your child grows.
Complete a thorough intake to understand your child’s health and history. We review recent results or order new tests.
Together we set goals and choose the support that fits your family.
Every option we offer is evidence-based, so your family gets care that’s proven to work.
Parent coaching groups
A supportive 8-week group led by a behavioral health and medical provider that teaches you how to make lasting changes for your whole family. In English or Spanish.
Dietitian support
1:1 and group care with a registered dietitian, to give you and your family the level of support that will be most impactful.
1:1 medical support
Regular one-on-one visits with a medical provider to track your child’s progress and adjust the plan as they grow.
Pediatrician-led medication
Your child meets with a medical provider regularly for safe, ongoing medical care.
Therapy support
Sessions with a therapist to build confidence, promote positive body image, and keep motivation high.
Not sure what your child needs? We’ll figure it out together.
Book a visitWhen medication is right for your child, our medical providers prescribe only brand-name, FDA-approved options like semaglutide (Wegovy®), filled at a licensed pharmacy.
FDA-approved for adolescents
Only medications approved for children 12 and up*.
Never compounded
No compounded or off-brand versions, ever.
Ongoing medical oversight
Your child meets with a medical provider regularly to monitor progress and side effects.
*We prescribe medication only when it is appropriate for a patient’s age, diagnosis, and health history. Zepbound® (tirzepatide) and Wegovy® tablets (oral semaglutide) are not FDA-approved for people under 18, and we do not prescribe them to patients under 18.
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I felt very supported and understood, not only by the professionals there, but also by the parents. Their insight and different perspectives were always helpful.
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The movement, what’s going on our plate, and planning around those things — those have been changes that we’ve maintained. I would absolutely recommend this group to any family.
Our providers take time to understand your household and the real challenges you face as a family, then give you the resources to start making changes at home.
Our team listens without judgment and supports you in the changes your whole family needs to make. Kids in programs like ours show improved self-esteem.
We help you set health goals beyond the number on the scale, track your progress, and answer any questions that come up.
Meet a few of our clinicians
Alejandra Vargas
MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
Leticia Rodrigues Costa
PsyD
Child Psychologist
Jacqueline Nguyen
PsyD, DipACLM
Psychologist
Katherine Tom
MS, RD, CDCES
Registered Dietitian
Seema Jain
MD, FAAP, DABOM
Pediatric Endocrinologist
Looking for more? Explore our full FAQs.
Who is this program for?
Children and teens ages 5–17 with a BMI at or above the 85th percentile (clinically overweight), including those diagnosed with obesity. You don’t need a referral to book.
Does my child join the video calls?
Your child joins the last 15 minutes of the first visit. The 8-week group is for parents only.
Is this a diet?
No. We focus on small, practical changes in nutrition, sleep, routines and movement, with no food shaming.
Do you prescribe GLP-1s?
When it’s the right fit, medication can be part of your child’s care. Your medical provider will help you decide what’s best.
How soon can we be seen?
Most families have their first visit in about two weeks.
What will it cost?
Average co-pay is $25 with commercial insurance and $0 with Medicaid. Actual cost varies by plan.
Is your approach based on research?
Yes. Our care follows current pediatric guidelines, and we publish our own research on childhood obesity and how families experience care. Read our research at research.claritypediatrics.com.
Book a visit and get a care plan built around your family, with pediatric experts who help your child grow healthy and confident.
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