For Therapists
Tired of paying for empty listings?
Get matched with clients who actually fit your practice. No monthly fees. No per-lead charges. Just better-fit clients.
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Sound familiar?
Directory listings cost money but don't guarantee fit. Referrals dry up. And the clients who do reach out often aren't right for your practice.
Paying for visibility
Psychology Today, TherapyDen, GoodTherapy... the subscriptions add up, but you never know if they're actually working.
Poor-fit inquiries
Clients reach out based on insurance and location alone. Half the consultations end with "I don't think we're the right fit."
Time wasted on screening
Phone tags, lengthy emails, consultation calls that go nowhere. That's time you could spend with actual clients.
Problems we solve for therapists
StartHere.care isn't another directory. We focus on solving real problems.
Wasted marketing spend
$29.95/month for directory listings. Always free. No subscriptions, no per-lead fees, no hidden costs.
Poor-fit consultations
Half your consults end in "not a fit." Clients match based on therapeutic style, not just insurance.
Unclear client expectations
Guessing what clients want. See exactly why clients chose you before the first call.
Bio-based browsing
Competing on who writes the best paragraph. Profile focuses on fit signals, not marketing copy.
Impersonal first impressions
Headshot + credentials = you? Optional intro video lets clients see the real you.
Credibility questions
Anyone can claim credentials. License verification through state licensing boards builds client trust.
A different approach to client matching
Clients find you based on therapeutic fit, not just logistics. You see why they picked you before you ever talk.
You build your profile
Tell us about your approach, style, specialties, and who you work best with.
Clients share preferences
They answer questions about communication style, structure, and what they're looking for.
We show alignment
Clients see therapists whose approach matches their preferences, with reasons why.
Better-fit connections
When they reach out, you know why they picked you. Conversations start with context.
See why clients chose you
When a client expresses interest, you'll see the specific preferences that led them to you, before you even talk.
No more guessing if someone's a good fit. Start every consultation with shared understanding of what the client is looking for.
Sarah expressed interest in connecting
Why she chose you
Fit-first matching. Real clients.
Every client is matched based on fit, not just insurance and ZIP code. You only see clients you're authorized to practice with in their state.
What you get
What we ask
Network-wide peer referral portal
When a client isn't the right fit, connect them with someone who is. Send warm handoffs and receive pre-matched referrals from other therapists.
Seeking individual therapy
Referred by Dr. Sarah Chen
Why this fits
Referrals come to you
See all referrals across the network, scored for your profile. High matches show up first.
Secure, consent-based warm handoffs
Built-in consent workflow. Contact info only shared after client approval.
No per-referral fees
Send and receive unlimited referrals. Always free, no strings attached.
Explore with sample data. No signup required.
Credentialing Hub: free, and yours to keep
Getting paneled with insurance is one of the hardest parts of building an independent practice. Other platforms credential you under their contract. When you leave, you start over. The Credentialing Hub keeps your credentials yours. Always.
Enter once, use everywhere
Walk through plain-language questions. Your data is organized for every payer application.
Payer-specific views
See your credentials in the exact order each payer asks for them. Copy fields directly into applications.
Track every panel
Log applications, track status, and see how long other providers waited. Follow-up reminders built in.
Never miss a deadline
CAQH re-attestation, license renewals, malpractice expiration: see everything with urgency indicators.
Your credentials stay yours. Always.
Common questions
How is this different from Psychology Today?
Psychology Today is a directory. Clients browse by insurance and location, then pick based on photos and bios. StartHere.care matches on therapeutic fit and logistics. We verify insurance networks and session formats upfront, then clients answer questions about their preferences. We show them therapists whose approach aligns. You get clients who picked you for your style, not just your availability.
Is it really free?
Yes. No subscription fees. No per-lead charges. No hidden costs. We believe therapists already pay too much for marketing that doesn't work. Our model is built around better matches, not extracting fees from providers.
How long does setup take?
Most therapists complete their profile in 5-10 minutes. You'll add your credentials, photo, specialties, and answer questions about your therapeutic approach. License verification typically takes 1-2 business days.
Can I use this alongside my other listings?
Absolutely. StartHere.care is additive: another channel for finding well-fit clients. Many therapists keep their Psychology Today or other listings while trying StartHere.care.
Ready to try a better way?
Build your profile. Start connecting with clients who are looking for exactly what you offer.
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Questions? Email us at info@starthere.care