StartHere.care Beta Now Live for Michigan Therapists
The wait is over. StartHere.care is officially open for Michigan therapists.
As of February 2nd, 2026, therapists across Michigan can create their profiles on StartHere.care and begin receiving matched client referrals. This marks a major milestone in our mission to make finding the right therapist easier for everyone.
What This Means for Therapists
If you're a licensed therapist practicing in Michigan, you can now:
- Create a comprehensive profile that showcases who you are beyond credentials
- Define your ideal client so you receive referrals that actually fit your practice
- Set your communication style and therapeutic approach to attract clients who'll thrive with you
- Start receiving matched referrals from clients looking for exactly what you offer
And during our beta period, it's completely free. No listing fees, no per-referral charges, no hidden costs.
Why We're Starting with Therapists
We believe in doing things the right way. That means building a strong network of quality therapists before we open fully to clients. When someone comes to StartHere.care looking for help, we want them to find real options, with therapists who are ready and able to help.
Over the coming weeks, we'll be gradually opening to clients in areas where we have strong therapist coverage. If you join now, you'll be part of our founding network when those clients start searching.
How to Get Started
Tired of paying for referrals that don't convert?
StartHere.care sends you clients matched on fit — not just zip code. No listing fees. No per-lead charges. No catch.
See How It Works- Visit [starthere.care/auth/signup](/auth/signup) and create your account
- Complete your profile including specialties, approach, and availability
- Turn on "Seeking Clients" when you're ready to receive referrals
The whole process takes about 10 minutes. You can save and return anytime.
What's Different About StartHere.care
We're not another directory. We don't just list therapists and hope clients scroll until they find one.
Instead, we help clients understand what they're looking for: their preferences, their style, what kind of relationship they want with their therapist. Then we match them with therapists who fit.
For you, that means referrals that are actually qualified. Clients who've thought about what they need. Warm leads instead of cold calls.
Join Us
If you're a Michigan therapist looking for a better way to connect with clients, we'd love to have you. Create your profile today and be part of building something better.
And if you know colleagues who might be interested, spread the word. The more therapists who join, the better we can serve Michigan's mental health needs.
StartHere.care is a free therapist-client matching platform. Now open to licensed therapists nationwide. Questions? Reach out at hello@starthere.care.