How much does online therapy cost per month?

Short answer: it depends a lot on the model you choose. Typical monthly costs range from about $120 on the very low end up to $800+ for weekly sessions with higher‑fee clinicians. Most people pay somewhere between $240 and $600/month for a commonly used online therapy subscription or one 45–60 minute weekly video session.

Breakdown by option (typical ranges)

• Subscription platforms (messaging + at least one live session): $240–$400/month.
  • Examples: BetterHelp (commonly ~$60–$90/week, billed monthly ≈ $240–$360) and Talkspace (plans often in the $260–$400/month range). These include unlimited messaging and set numbers of live sessions depending on the plan.
• Per‑session teletherapy (private licensed therapists via telehealth): $80–$250 per 45–60 minute session → $320–$1,000+ per month if you see someone weekly. Platforms that let you book individual sessions include Amwell, Doctor On Demand, and many private clinicians who use telehealth.
• Low‑cost/sliding scale options: $30–$80 per session → $120–$320/month for weekly care.
  • Examples: Open Path Collective (low‑fee clinicians at $30–$60/session), community mental health centers, university training clinics (trainees supervised by licensed clinicians).
• Medication/psychiatry + therapy packages: prices vary; some telepsychiatry services have subscription fees or separate fees for medication management and therapy.
• Insurance/EAP: out‑of‑pocket can be $0–$50 copay or coinsurance per session if you use an in‑network teletherapy provider and your plan covers behavioral health. Employee Assistance Programs sometimes cover a limited number of free sessions.

Factors that affect cost

• Therapist credentials and experience (PhD/psychiatrist typically cost more than LMSW or trainees)
• Frequency and length of sessions
• Platform features (messaging, crisis coverage, care coordination)
• Geographic market and whether the provider is in‑network with your insurer
• Sliding scale availability

Practical tips

• Estimate your monthly cost: (cost per session) × (sessions per month) OR use the subscription price listed by a platform.
• Check whether your insurance covers teletherapy (call insurer or check provider directories).
• Use directories (Psychology Today, Zencare) to compare private clinicians and rates, or try Open Path for lower fees.
• If cost is a barrier, ask therapists about sliding scale, short‑term plans, group therapy (cheaper), or university clinics.

If you want, tell me:

• whether you plan to use insurance,
• how often you want sessions (weekly/biweekly), and
• whether you prefer messaging or live video —

and I can give a more specific expected monthly cost and suggest options that fit your budget.