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If you or someone else is suicidal or having thoughts of harming others, please Call 911 or 988, or seek help at the nearest hospital emergency room.|View our emergency resources

Featured Therapists

Betty Williams
Helping families and couples build stronger foundations for lasting connection.

Steven Smith
Helping you build resilience, overcome challenges, and reach your full potential.

Julia Brown
Providing support and tools for stronger, more fulfilling relationships.

Be Heard - Start Healing
Get the mental health support you need, anytime, anywhere. Connect instantly with a therapist of your choice—no waiting or appointments, no automatic matching to a therapist you didn’t select, no subscriptions needed. Enjoy full autonomy: no insurance involvement, no diagnostic labels, and no limitations on your mental health journey. With our pay-as-you-go model, you pay only for the time you need and you have complete flexibility to decide how much support you need, whether it’s for an urgent concern, you just want to talk to someone, or just exploring therapy.
Instant Access
Instant access to a therapist who meets your needs and values without the hassle of automated matching.
Complete Autonomy
Complete autonomy over your mental health, without subscriptions or financial commitments, appointments, insurance constraints, or labels.
Flexibility and Control
Flexibility and control over how much therapy you need and when – speak with a therapist for as little time or as much time as you need.
Privacy
Privacy is guaranteed and there is no stigma to using ListenRing services. Use it for urgent mental health concerns or just to talk something through to build your confidence in a decision you’re making or get your day off to the best start.

About ListenRing

Mission
ListenRing strives to break down barriers and ensure that everyone has access to high-quality mental health care when they need it the most.
Vision
We envision a society where individuals from all walks of life have easy access to qualified mental health professionals and where seeking help for mental well-being is destigmatized and encouraged. Our vision extends beyond connecting individuals with therapists. We aspire to be a catalyst for change in the broader mental health landscape.


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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can I talk to if there is no available therapist or I do not see a therapist I like?
A: Therapist availability is not guaranteed, but we’ve got you covered! If no therapist is available right away or if you don’t see a therapist that fits your needs or your budget, you can opt to receive push notifications every 5 minutes to stay updated on available therapists. Please make sure the push notification for this feature is turned on so you never miss out on new therapist availability.
Q: What should I do if I can’t wait to talk to someone but there is no therapist I can or want to talk to?
A: If you’re in urgent need of support and can’t wait to connect with a therapist, please visit our Emergency Resources page. Simply select your state from the dropdown menu, and you’ll find a list of free resources available in your county that can assist you right away.
Q: What should I do if I am at risk of harming myself or others (such as having suicidal or homicidal thoughts)?
A: We take your safety seriously but we do not provide crisis intervention for life-threatening situations. If you’re in immediate danger, please call 988 or 911, or go to the nearest emergency room or crisis intervention center. You can also visit our Emergency Resources page, select your state from the dropdown menu, and find free resources in your county to help support you during this time.
Q: I am looking for a long-term therapist but I don't know where to start. Can you help?
A: Absolutely, we’re here to help! We understand that finding the right therapist can be a long and sometimes frustrating process. All of our therapists are licensed mental health professionals, and many of them also have their own private practices. This platform is a great way to try out therapy with multiple therapists, almost like “speed dating” for therapy—so you can find the right fit for you.
Q: Do you take insurance or participate in any Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Spending Account (HSA), or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)?
A: Not yet, but all those features are on our list. We prioritize convenience and speed of access. Using a credit or debit card, you pay only for the time you use and are engaged with a therapist on the ListenRing platform. For now, we do not accept insurance or participate in EAP, HSA, or FSA programs.
Q: How much do I pay for a session?
A: Your credit or debit card is preauthorized for an hour of therapy (for example, $120 if the therapist you choose charges $2 per minute). However, you only pay for the time you actually spend with the therapist. The total cost is calculated as the therapist’s per-minute rate multiplied by the time you speak with them. For example, if you have a 20-minute session with a therapist who charges $2 per minute, your total cost will be $40.
There are no hidden or inflated charges. The maximum charge per call is the preauthorized amount, even if the session goes over an hour. While we expect sessions to generally last less than an hour, if a call exceeds that time, you and the therapist will mutually decide whether to conclude the call or start a new session.
Q: How is your platform different from a 988 crisis hotline?
A: Our platform provides on-demand mental health services for a range of needs, from simple check-ins to support during non-life-threatening personal crises. Unlike a 988 crisis hotline, you get to choose a therapist who best meets your needs and values, and you decide how long your session will last. While we pride ourselves on providing high-quality services, we understand that not everyone can afford them. That’s why we offer easy access to local emergency resources on our website, organized by state and county (currently available in 43 states and the District of Columbia).
A 988 crisis hotline, on the other hand, focuses on life-threatening crises and typically provides brief interventions. Calls are usually shorter in duration, especially if the crisis is not life-threatening, and callers do not have information on the counselor they’re speaking with. These counselors provide essential services, helping as many callers as possible in urgent situations.
Q: Can I still access services when I travel to another state?
Currently, the platform only operates in Virginia, but we hope to expand to other states soon. Therapists are required to be licensed or permitted to practice in the state where the individual receiving services is physically located. For example, if you live in Virginia and are traveling to Maryland and need urgent therapy, in the near future, you will be provided with a list of therapists who are licensed or permitted to practice in Maryland.
That said, we are committed to assisting everyone in need of mental health services, no matter where you are. Our Emergency Resources page offers crisis resources for nearly every locale in the United States. If you let us know the state you’re in and share your email address, you’ll be among the first to know when we expand to your area!