Which online therapy platforms take insurance?

Online Therapy Platforms That Accept Insurance

Here are some well-known options:

Platforms That Commonly Accept Insurance

• Talkspace – Works with many major insurance plans including Cigna, Aetna, and some Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. One of the most insurance-friendly platforms.

• Cerebral – Accepts several major insurers, particularly good for medication management + therapy combined.

• Brightside Health – Works with insurance for both therapy and psychiatry services.

• Teladoc – Often covered through employer health plans as part of broader telehealth benefits.

• MDLive – Accepts many insurance plans for mental health services.

• Alma – Connects you with therapists who take insurance in your network.

• Headway – Specifically designed around insurance-based therapy; large network of providers.

Important Tips

• Always verify your specific plan before signing up — coverage varies widely
• Headway and Alma are particularly worth checking if insurance coverage is your top priority
• Contact your insurer first to ask about in-network telehealth mental health providers
• BetterHelp and Talkspace's subscription model does NOT typically bill insurance directly

Would you like help narrowing down based on your insurance provider or specific needs?