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Headway
Headway helps you find therapists and psychiatrists who accept your insurance, with typical copays of $0-30 per session.
Best For
- •People with health insurance seeking in-network therapy
- •Those frustrated finding therapists who accept their insurance
- •People who want to use insurance benefits rather than pay out-of-pocket
- •Those seeking both therapy and psychiatric medication management
Not Recommended For
- •Those without health insurance (try Open Path Collective or sliding scale options)
- •People in immediate crisis (call 988)
- •Those whose insurance isn't accepted (check coverage first)
About Headway
Headway is a platform that connects patients with therapists and psychiatrists who accept their health insurance. Unlike subscription-based services, Headway enables providers to bill your insurance directly, so you only pay your copay (typically $0-30). The network includes 35,000+ licensed therapists and prescribers across most US states. Search by insurance, location, specialty, and availability. Book appointments online with next-day availability common. Headway handles insurance verification, billing, and claims. Particularly valuable for those with insurance that covers mental health but struggle to find in-network providers accepting new patients.
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Privacy & Security
HIPAA compliant. Functions as a healthcare platform connecting you with licensed providers.
FAQ
About Headway
Headway is free to search and book—you only pay your insurance copay, typically $0-30 per session depending on your plan. There's no subscription fee or platform fee. You pay the same as any in-network provider visit.
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