Tool Review

Talkspace

4.8
(50K reviews)
Privacy: B+

Talkspace offers online therapy and psychiatry with licensed providers, accepting many insurance plans, with unlimited messaging plus live sessions starting at $69/week.

Support Level
Clinical
Pricing
Subscription
Platforms
iOS, Android, Web
Privacy
B+

Best For

  • People whose insurance covers Talkspace therapy
  • Those wanting both therapy and psychiatry in one platform
  • People who prefer asynchronous text-based therapy
  • Employees with Talkspace as an EAP benefit

Not Recommended For

  • Those in crisis needing immediate care (call 988)
  • People seeking controlled substance prescriptions (limited availability)
  • Those preferring frequent live video sessions over messaging
Reviewed by HeyPsych Board· Last reviewed September 2026

About Talkspace

Talkspace is a leading telehealth platform for therapy and psychiatry serving millions of users. The platform offers unlimited text, video, and audio messaging with licensed therapists plus optional live video sessions. Talkspace accepts many major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Optum, and employer EAPs, making it more accessible than cash-pay competitors. Psychiatry services are available for medication management. Therapy plans start at $69/week without insurance. The platform uses evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy. Teen therapy (13-17) is available with parental consent.

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Privacy & Security

Privacy Grade
B+
HIPAA Compliant
Yes
Data Sold
No

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FAQ

About Talkspace

Talkspace accepts many major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Optum/UnitedHealthcare, Premera, and some Blue Cross plans. Many employers also offer Talkspace as an EAP benefit. Check the Talkspace website to verify your specific plan's coverage before signing up.