Guides • August 22, 2025

Top 5 SimplePractice Alternatives for Solo Practitioners

EHR Alternatives

As SimplePractice moves further toward the enterprise and group-practice market with its 2026 pricing, many solo clinicians are feeling "priced out" of the ecosystem. The question we hear most often at Haverstead is: "Where can I go that is easier on my wallet but still HIPAA-compliant?"

1. TherapyNotes: The Reliable Contender

TherapyNotes remains the biggest threat to SimplePractice. While its interface can feel a bit "dated" compared to SP's minimalist aesthetic, its clinical documentation is arguably superior. The "Note Helper" feature, which pulls data from previous sessions into your current note, is a massive time-saver. At approximately $59/month for a solo user, it offers a significant discount compared to SP's Plus plan.

2. Jane App: The Multidisciplinary Powerhouse

If you also offer yoga, nutrition, or physical therapy, Jane App is the undisputed king. Its scheduling logic is far more flexible than SimplePractice. In 2026, Jane added a specific "Mental Health" track that brings their charting up to par with the industry's best. Their customer support is also consistently rated higher than SP’s automated ticket system.

3. SessionBird: The Budget Hero

A newer entry in the 2026 market, SessionBird is designed for the practitioner who wants to pay for *zero* fluff. No marketplace, no fancy website builder—just a rock-solid HIPAA-compliant calendar, telehealth, and note system. At $29/month, it is the most affordable serious option available today.

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4. TheraNest: Best for Small Groups

TheraNest has pivoted heavily toward the "Small Group" (2-5 clinicians) niche. Their reporting dashboard for group owners is significantly more detailed than what SimplePractice offers. If you need to track payroll for multiple contractors, TheraNest’s 2026 update makes this process nearly automatic.

5. Healthie: The Modern Challenger

Originally built for dietitians, Healthie has expanded rapidly into the mental health space. Their API is open, meaning if you are a "tech-forward" therapist who wants to build your own custom automations, Healthie is the only one on this list that makes that easy.

Pro Tip: Most of these platforms offer a 30-day free trial. We recommend exporting your client list from your current EHR and trying to import it into a trial of your top two choices to see which "migration" is less painful.