Asian Mental Health Collective vs Talkspace

They differ on 10 of 10 things we check. No winner here: the better one is the one that fits what you need and how you'd pay.

Asian Mental Health Collective

You search AMHC's free directory for an Asian therapist by state, language, ethnicity, insurance or focus, then contact the therapist yourself.

You answer an intake questionnaire, get matched with a licensed therapist, then message them any time and meet by live video depending on your plan.

Kind of help: Asian Mental Health Collective: A therapist; Talkspace: A therapist, Medication
Good for: Asian Mental Health Collective: Asian and Asian diaspora people who want a therapist who shares or understands their culture; People who want therapy in an Asian language; Talkspace: Adults with depression, anxiety or stress who want a therapist they can message between live sessions; People whose insurance or employer plan covers Talkspace
Probably not for: Asian Mental Health Collective: Anyone in crisis: call or text 988 (US) or 9-8-8 (Canada); Talkspace: Anyone in crisis: call or text 988
Cost: Asian Mental Health Collective: Free; Talkspace: $69–$109/week self-pay; copay with insurance
How you pay: Asian Mental Health Collective: Free; Talkspace: I'll pay myself
Where: Asian Mental Health Collective: Web; Talkspace: iPhone, Android, Web
Research: Asian Mental Health Collective: Not stated; Talkspace: Strong research support
Privacy: Asian Mental Health Collective: Grade B+; Talkspace: Grade C
Sells your data: Asian Mental Health Collective: No; Talkspace: Yes
HIPAA: Asian Mental Health Collective: Not stated; Talkspace: Yes

In crisis or thinking about suicide? In the US, call or text 988. This page is information from our reviews, not medical advice.