SimplePractice Pricing 2026 — What Each Plan Actually Includes
SimplePractice has three plans: Starter ($29), Essential ($69), and Plus ($99). Here is an honest breakdown of what you get at each tier — and which one makes sense for your practice.
Starter
Therapists just starting out who need the basics
INCLUDED
- ✓1 clinician
- ✓Unlimited clients
- ✓Scheduling & calendar
- ✓Basic notes
- ✓Client portal
- ✓BAA included
- ✓HIPAA-compliant
NOT INCLUDED
- ✗No telehealth
- ✗No insurance billing
- ✗No secure messaging
- ✗No online appointment requests
Verdict: Too limited for most practices. Missing telehealth and billing makes it only useful for cash-pay therapists who already have a separate video platform.
Essential
Most solo therapists — covers everything you need
INCLUDED
- ✓1 clinician
- ✓Everything in Starter
- ✓Built-in HIPAA telehealth
- ✓Insurance billing clearinghouse
- ✓Secure client messaging
- ✓Online appointment requests
- ✓Customizable note templates
- ✓Appointment reminders (email + text)
NOT INCLUDED
- ✗No multiple clinicians
- ✗No advanced reporting
Verdict: The right plan for 90% of solo therapists. Telehealth, billing, and messaging are all included — no add-ons needed.
Plus
Group practices or therapists who need advanced features
INCLUDED
- ✓Up to 10 clinicians (+ $39/additional)
- ✓Everything in Essential
- ✓Advanced reporting
- ✓Multiple practice locations
- ✓Team supervision tools
- ✓Priority support
Verdict: Worth it once you have 2+ clinicians or need detailed reporting. Solo therapists rarely need it.
What the Free Trial Includes
SimplePractice offers a 30-day free trial on the Essential plan — the most popular tier. During the trial you get full access to telehealth, billing, messaging, and client portal. No credit card required to start. After 30 days, you choose a plan or cancel. This is the best way to test whether SimplePractice works for your practice before committing.
Hidden Costs to Know About
Credit card processing
SimplePractice charges 2.95% + $0.30 per transaction if you use their built-in payment processing. You can use an external processor instead.
Additional clinicians (Plus plan)
$39/month per clinician beyond the first. A 3-person group practice on Plus would pay $99 + $39 + $39 = $177/month.
Wiley Treatment Planners
Not included in any SimplePractice plan. If you need Wiley content, TherapyNotes includes it. SimplePractice does not.
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FAQ — SimplePractice Pricing
Which SimplePractice plan do most therapists use?
The Essential plan at $69/month is by far the most common choice for solo therapists. It includes telehealth, billing, and messaging — the three features most practices actually use daily.
Does SimplePractice include a HIPAA BAA on all plans?
Yes. A signed Business Associate Agreement is included with all paid SimplePractice plans, including the Starter plan. This is one of the core reasons SimplePractice is considered HIPAA-compliant for therapy practices.
Can I cancel SimplePractice anytime?
Yes. SimplePractice is month-to-month with no long-term contracts. You can cancel at any time. Your data remains accessible for 90 days after cancellation to allow for record export.
Is SimplePractice worth the price compared to free options?
For most solo therapists, yes. Sessions Health offers a free solo plan, but SimplePractice's polish, telehealth reliability, and billing features justify $69/month for most active practices. If you are seeing 10+ clients/week, the time savings alone make it worth it.