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Online Therapy Costs Per Month
Prices vary quite a bit depending on the platform and plan:
Popular Options & Pricing
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BetterHelp – ~$240–$360/month (billed weekly at $60–$90/week)
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Good for: General therapy, large therapist network
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Talkspace – ~$276–$436/month depending on plan
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Good for: Messaging + live sessions, accepts some insurance
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Cerebral – ~$85–$325/month
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Good for: Medication management + therapy combo
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Brightside – ~$95–$349/month
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Good for: Anxiety and depression specifically
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Teladoc – Varies, but often covered by insurance
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Good for: Those with insurance coverage
Ways to Reduce Costs
- Check your insurance – many plans now cover telehealth
- BetterHelp offers financial aid that can significantly lower costs
- Open Path Collective offers sessions for $30–$80 for those with financial need
Bottom Line
Most people pay $200–$400/month out of pocket, but with insurance it can drop to $20–$50/session or less.
Would you like help choosing based on your specific needs or budget?