Helping therapists provide quality mental health care
Experience the benefits of private practice without the challenges of maintaining one. Make your own schedule and let us handle insurance billing, marketing and admin costs.
Benefits of Talkspace
Make almost 2x the hourly rate compared to other platforms - up to $67.90 per hour - for Live Sessions (via video, audio, or chat).
Earn monthly bonuses up to $4,000* when you spend more time engaging with clients.
We submit insurance claims, check client insurance coverage, and handle other costs associated with private practice.
Choose your time commitment and set a schedule that works best for you and your clients.
As a Talkspace therapist you can earn an estimated
Weekly hours
Estimated annual earnings*
$155,200
*Learn how we estimate your earnings
- Estimated earnings presume 52 working weeks in a year, are calculated based on the average split between live and asynchronous sessions on the Talkspace platform, and are only applicable for our part-time, 1099 contract roles. Actual earnings may vary due to factors such as caseload, client engagement, and type of session.
- For details about our pay rates, please scroll down to our FAQ section. Bonuses range from $100-$4000/month depending on the average number of clinical hours engaged with clients per week. Estimated earnings are inclusive of the monthly engagement bonus.
Our therapist network
Talkspace network
LGBTQIA+ issues
and DC
In-person
No parking fees or travel time
Choose your time commitment
Flexible scheduling
Motivating financial incentives
Take insurance clients without the hassle
Save time on progress notes
Free, ongoing professional development
Varies
What our therapists
have to say
Trevor Barger, LPC
Talkspace therapist since 2022
Talkspace therapist since 2019
Elizabeth Siclari, LCAT, ATR, CCTP, EMDR-C
Talkspace therapist since 2023
Talkspace therapist since 2017
Theresa Collins, LMFT
Talkspace therapist since 2019
Talkspace therapist since 2023
Requirements
Therapist
To participate in the Talkspace network, all therapists are required to possess the following:
- An active, independent US state board-approved clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PhD in Clinical Psychology, etc.)
- Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy
- Submission of a fully completed, signed CAQH application
- Individual NPI number
- Reliable internet connection
- Background check (conducted by a third party during onboarding)
- Current residence in the USA
Note: Talkspace therapists only work with clients in the state(s) where they are licensed and allowed to practice independently
Associate therapist
To participate in the Talkspace network, all associate therapists are required to possess the following:
- An active, associate clinical license (e.g., LMFTA, LAC, LCSWA, etc.)
- Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or other behavioral science
- A supervising clinician and/or organization
- Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy
- Reliable internet connection
- Background check (conducted by a third party during onboarding)
- Current residence in the USA
Note: Talkspace does not provide supervision—you must bring your own clinical supervisor. Get connected to supervising clinicians at Motivo.
How to get started
Submit your application
After we receive your application, we’ll reach out via email.
Complete onboarding and paid training
You'll have access to a variety of live, asynchronous, and self guided training resources.
Start receiving clients
Set your hours and maximum caseload growth, and check in on clients daily, 5 days/week.
Any questions?
Find trust-worthy answers on all things mental health at Talkspace.
How do I apply as a Talkspace provider?
Making high-quality mental health support accessible to all is the Talkspace mission, and we're fulfilling it with the help of the most caring and committed mental health providers to be found.
There is no cost for providers to join the Talkspace platform. Talkspace Providers are
- Social Workers (LCSW, LICSW, etc.)
- Marriage & Family Therapists (LIMFT, LMFT, etc.)
- Mental Health Counselors (LCMHC, LMHC, etc.)
- Professional Counselors (LPCC, LCPC, LPC, etc.)
- Psychologists
To become a contract provider, submit your application.
How is therapy delivered on Talkspace?
Connect virtually with clients on our secure, HIPAA-compliant app. We offer asynchronous messaging via text and audio—this means your clients’ messages don’t require an immediate response, and you always have the flexibility to process and thoughtfully engage on your own schedule. Depending on the client’s plan, we also offer Live Sessions (Video, Audio, and Chat).
What kind of training does Talkspace provide?
We require providers to complete a virtual, asynchronous "Starting at Talkspace" training before seeing Talkspace clients. You’ll be paid for your time after successfully completing the training.
Also, Talkspace offers live webinars, drop-in sessions, lunch and learns, and ongoing continuing education webinars where you can earn CE credits! Other resources, such as the Provider Help Center, Provider Manual, and a dedicated Provider Support Team are available to help answer any questions you may have.
How long is the onboarding process?
The enrollment process varies from candidate to candidate due to different factors, such as provider engagement. The length of the onboarding process can range anywhere from three days up to two weeks, depending on the speed at which you complete the orientation tasks, etc. Please note that the credentialing process occurs simultaneously as you receive your first batch of clients.
How do I get paid?
With Talkspace, you earn money both for conducting live sessions with clients and when you message them. You can also earn monthly bonuses for clinical engagement on the platform, which will be calculated based on your total clinical hours spent with clients on the platform that month.
How often do I get paid?
1099 providers are paid semi-monthly. All 1099/independent contractors are responsible for individual tax obligations, but Talkspace will handle all insurance billing (and credentialing) to ensure providers are paid timely and conveniently. Providers are paid via direct deposit.
Our platform also provides transparency around pay with a tracker that provides your estimated monthly earnings and your progress towards a monthly bonus.
What is the reimbursement rate?
You can expect to be reimbursed up to $67.90 per hour for Live Sessions (live chat or video) - nearly 2x other platforms!
Here are our rates for live sessions (regardless of client plan type):
- 30-minute session: $34.50
- 45-minute session: $50.93
- 60-minute session: $67.90
For asynchronous messaging sessions, you will be reimbursed differently based on client plan type:
- Self-Pay and Direct-to-Employer Plans: $12.00 per 1000 words for text, audio, and video messages exchanged between provider and client.
- EAP plans: Rate of $26.92 per submitted session note
- Behavioral Health (BH) plans: Rate ranges from $17.95 - $35.89 and are based on submitted CPT Code for the session. CPT Codes should be selected based on the length of session/estimated word count (calculated based on a rate of 40 words per minute).
Our Clinical Engagement Bonus ranges from $100 to $4000, depending on the average number of clinical hours engaged with clients per week.
Do I have to check client insurance eligibility or submit claims to insurance?
No, Talkspace will manage client insurance eligibility, help submit claims and work directly with the insurance carrier as needed. You can spend your time focused on treating the client. Regardless of your client's insurance status, you will still receive Talkspace’s standard reimbursement rates.
Who are Talkspace clients? How do I get clients?
Talkspace clients include employees seeking counseling through their organization’s benefits, individuals covered by our insurance partners, and those who sign up directly through the platform and pay ‘out of pocket’. Talkspace matches you with clients based on their state of residency and preferences, and your areas of expertise. The ability to be matched with members outside of your local area gives you a larger client pool and allows you to help more people. We always handle client insurance eligibility, and handle billing with insurance companies on your behalf.
How do I get referrals/matches?
Referrals all come to you via the Talkspace platform. Talkspace has a proprietary matching system that pairs clients with therapists using an innovative and efficient algorithm. We typically offer clients a choice of three providers based on criteria including, but not limited to their state of residency, presenting problem, and gender preference, as well as the providers’ areas of expertise, availability, caseload capacity, state(s) of licensure, etc.
Is it possible to be a Talkspace therapist while also doing other work?
Yes! Talkspace can supplement existing work as you are not bound by a non-compete agreement. As an Independent Contractor, you can dedicate as much time as you want to Talkspace. Our job is to help make your job easier and more convenient. You’ll have flexibility in your schedule while practicing the craft you love.
How often do I have to respond to clients?
Talkspace asks that you set your availability to respond to clients 5 days a week (your preferred days).
Is there a minimum number of clients I need?
There is no minimum number of clients a provider should have, and the maximum number of clients a provider can have is 100.
