How do I get Online Therapy online?

Start with a licensed telehealth provider in our Online Therapy treatment. Book a consultation, complete a medical intake, and — if appropriate — the clinician will prescribe or recommend treatment.

Is Online Therapy covered by insurance?

Coverage varies by plan. Many U.S. commercial insurers cover FDA-approved medications and telehealth visits. Providers marked "Insurance accepted" in our comparison table are in-network with major payers.

Is telehealth for Online Therapy safe and legal?

Yes, when accessed through licensed U.S. providers. Every provider we review must be HIPAA-compliant and staff U.S.-licensed clinicians. We never review gray-market or overseas sources.

How does Telehealth Guide verify providers?

We verify each provider against 10 evidence-based categories — pricing, services, insurance, state availability, privacy documentation, and more — with source citations and last-researched dates. editorial coverage is independent — providers cannot buy placement.

Treatment · Mental Health

Online Therapy

Video, phone, and messaging therapy from licensed clinicians. Compare the largest and verified online therapy platforms.

10 providers· Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Chen, MD·Updated 2026-02-01

Providers listed

Avg starting price

$74.1

Price range

$19–$145

Insurance accepted

90%

States covered

What is Online Therapy?

Video, phone, and messaging therapy from licensed clinicians. Compare the largest and verified online therapy platforms.

How we verify Online Therapy providers

Our editorial team evaluates every provider on cost transparency, clinician licensure, prescribing rigor, HIPAA compliance, and real patient experience — never accepting payment for rankings.

Who this treatment is for

This treatment is designed for U.S. residents comparing legitimate, licensed telehealth options for online therapy. We keep this page current with new provider launches, price changes, and regulatory updates.

Recently researched

Online Therapy: recently researched providers

BetterHelp

Largest online therapy marketplace

HSA/FSA Eligible Messaging / Asynchronous Care

Starting at

$65

Yes

States

Board-certified U.S. licensed clinicians
Transparent flat-rate pricing

Brightside

Personalized medication + therapy plans

Accepts Insurance HSA/FSA Eligible

Starting at

$95

Yes

States

Board-certified U.S. licensed clinicians
Transparent flat-rate pricing

Cerebral

Medication + therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD

Accepts Insurance HSA/FSA Eligible

Starting at

$99

Yes

States

Board-certified U.S. licensed clinicians
Transparent flat-rate pricing

Side-by-side

Compare your options

Provider
BE BetterHelp Largest online therapy marketplace	Starting at$65/mo	47	4.2	3.9	2026-08-26	View details →
Brightside Personalized medication + therapy plans	Starting at$95/mo	50	4.3	4.1	2026-08-27	View details →
Cerebral Medication + therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD	Starting at$99/mo	50	4.1	3.8	2026-08-27	View details →
Circle Medical Primary care & ADHD, insurance accepted	Starting at$145/mo	47	4.3	4.1	2026-08-27	View details →
Hers Women's telehealth for skin, hair, mental, weight	Starting at$39/mo	50	4.6	4.4	2026-08-26	View details →
Hims Men's wellness, hair, ED, mental health	Starting at$39/mo	50	4.6	4.4	2026-08-26	View details →
K Health AI-augmented primary care	Starting at$29/mo	47	4.3	4.1	2026-08-27	View details →
LifeMD Multi-service telehealth membership	Starting at$19/mo	50	4.3	4.1	2026-08-27	View details →
MDLIVE Insurance-first telehealth for the whole family	Starting at$82/mo	47	4.3	4.0	2026-08-26	View details →
PlushCare Board-certified physicians, insurance accepted	Starting at$129/mo	50	4.4	4.2	2026-08-26	View details →

How we researched this pageInformation checked 2026-02-01Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Chen, MDSources: provider sites, state medical boards, FDAEditorial methodology →

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