SimplePractice is the most widely-used cloud-based EHR for solo and small-group mental health, allied health, and wellness practices. Combines scheduling, documentation, telehealth, client portal, billing, and an integrated websitebuilder (Monarch directory). Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA. 250,000+ practitioners. 2026 pricing: Starter $49, Essential $69-79, Plus $99. Add-ons include AI Note Taker ($35/mo), ePrescribe ($49/mo + $89 setup), additional clinicians ($74/mo). Electronic claims $0.25/each. Stripe 2.95% + $0.30.
SimplePractice
All-in-one practice management for therapists
About SimplePractice
What SimplePractice does
The features that actually matter for therapy practice.
Client portal
Telehealth
Insurance billing
Calendar sync
Mobile app
Honest assessment
What works and what does not, based on hands-on testing.
What works well
- Mature feature set
- Strong client portal
- Reliable support
Where it falls short
- Pricing escalates with add-ons
- Some report a steep learning curve
FAQ
Common questions about SimplePractice
Is SimplePractice HIPAA compliant?
SimplePractice states it offers a BAA and is built for HIPAA-covered workflows. Confirm current BAA terms with the vendor before sending client data.How much does SimplePractice cost?
SimplePractice starts at $49/month. Pricing tiers and any free trial are noted in the review above.What is SimplePractice best for?
All-in-one practice management for therapists
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