Talkspace

On August 17, 2026, Universal Health Services, Inc. successfully completed the acquisition of Talkspace, Inc., a leading virtual behavioral health platform serving individuals across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico through a network of approximately 6,000 licensed therapists and psychiatrists. Together we are reshaping how mental healthcare is accessed and delivered.

A Moment Becomes a Movement

Better Together

By integrating Talkspace’s virtual care platform with UHS’ extensive network of affiliated behavioral health facilities, acute care hospitals, and outpatient locations, we are positioned to deliver broader access and greater care coordination and continuity for patients*.

The addition of Talkspace to the UHS enterprise:

Creates the Nation’s First Scaled, End-to-End Continuum of Care

Facilitating behavioral health access and enabling a more seamless transition across inpatient and outpatient settings, with greater flexibility

Brings a Patient-Centric, Technology-Enabled Web and Mobile Platform

Extending an established, clinically driven, easy to use, fully encrypted and HIPAA-compliant virtual care platform to support additional service lines

Presents an opportunity to access a new care network of ~6,000 licensed providers

Serving all 50 states, Washington D.C. & Puerto Rico, with 150+ areas of expertise

Offers Tee, its AI-powered mental health guide

Granting consumers 24/7 access to a purpose-built mental health tool developed to meet Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy standards and to provide behavioral support and feedback.

Diversifies the payor mix

Expanding support for employers, health plans, community partners and individuals seeking behavioral healthcare

Talkspace virtual therapy wherever you are, whenever you need it.

  • Covered by most major insurance plans
  • Match with a licensed therapist in 2 days (or sooner)
  • Virtual therapy sessions from you computer or phone

Trusted, Convenient Care Delivered Nationwide

Founded in 2012, Talkspace has played an integral role in the development of convenient, technology-enabled behavioral healthcare in the United States.

Talkspace is currently accessible to more than 200 million people through its secure digital platform and broad distribution channels, including web, iOS and Android, as well as employer, health plan and other payer partnerships.

Services Offered

Online Therapy

Dedicated mental health support for ages 13 and older from a licensed therapist delivered through live video or audio sessions, asynchronous text, video or audio messaging or a combination

Teen Therapy

Specialized therapy for ages 13-17

Couples Therapy

Relationship-centered therapy that connects people and their partners

Psychiatry

Licensed psychiatric providers evaluate, diagnose, prescribe medication, and provide medication management via live video sessions. Available to adults 18+

Peer Support

Virtual offering of community connection and shared experience to support long-term recovery

AI Guide

Private mental health support from AI tool, available 24/7 via spoken conversation or text for ages 18 and older

The Research Behind Talkspace

Talkspace collaborates with researchers to expand knowledge of how virtual behavioral healthcare delivery can increase access and improve outcomes for patients.

Talkspace conducts its own research internally with research partners and through the support of federal funding agencies like the National Institutes of Health.

Join the Team

Be part of this transformational movement as we continue to expand our integrated offerings and develop technology-enabled solutions that enhance the patient experience across the behavioral health continuum of care.

If you are interested in joining our growing network of licensed behavioral health providers or essential support staff, please visit our careers pages.

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*Therapists and psychiatrists are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of UHS. UHS shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by these independent practitioners.