In a groundbreaking move that enhances the accessibility and quality of mental health care for employees, BetterHelp, a leading virtual mental health provider, has teamed up with Talkiatry, a company specializing in online psychiatry services. This new partnership promises to expand BetterHelp’s already robust offering of therapy services by integrating Talkiatry’s network of over 300 full-time, licensed psychiatrists. Together, the two companies are aiming to provide a more comprehensive and accessible mental health care experience for employers and their employees.
This strategic collaboration is poised to reshape how businesses approach mental health care for their employees, offering a solution that blends therapy and psychiatric care into one seamless experience. By combining BetterHelp’s extensive network of therapists with Talkiatry’s psychiatry services, the partnership allows employees to access a full spectrum of mental health care, making it easier for businesses to offer a more holistic approach to employee well-being. This partnership is a powerful example of innovative corporate mental health solutions that prioritize employee care while boosting productivity and well-being.
The Value of the Partnership for Employers
The primary goal of the partnership is to provide a more valuable and well-rounded mental health offering to BetterHelp’s business clients. Historically, companies have faced challenges in finding a comprehensive, one-stop-shop solution for mental health care that addresses both therapy and psychiatry needs. This new partnership solves that problem by combining the strengths of two industry leaders: BetterHelp, the largest provider of online therapy in the country, and Talkiatry, one of the largest employers of psychiatrists.
The integration of Talkiatry’s services into BetterHelp’s platform means that employees who are already receiving therapy through BetterHelp can easily access psychiatric care when needed. BetterHelp clinicians can now refer their patients to Talkiatry’s psychiatrists, ensuring that employees receive the appropriate level of care. In addition, employees who have access to BetterHelp through their employer can self-select into psychiatric care without needing a referral, streamlining the process of obtaining comprehensive mental health care. This combination of services is an example of the expanding importance of corporate mental health solutions that are both accessible and effective.
Robert Krayn, CEO and co-founder of Talkiatry, highlighted the significant benefits this partnership brings to employers. He noted that it’s historically been difficult for companies to find a solution that covers all aspects of mental health care in one place. “The partnership brings together one of the largest employers of psychiatrists in the country and the largest provider of therapy in the country,” Krayn said in an interview with Behavioral Health Business. The integration also helps reduce costs for employers, as Talkiatry’s services are in-network, making them more affordable for both businesses and employees. This integration exemplifies the importance of having comprehensive corporate mental health solutions that are both practical and cost-effective.
Expanding BetterHelp’s Service Offering
For BetterHelp, the collaboration with Talkiatry is a major step in broadening its service offering and solidifying its position as a leader in the corporate well-being market. BetterHelp, which already employs more than 30,000 therapists, now has the opportunity to offer a more holistic solution that extends beyond traditional therapy. With the addition of psychiatric care, BetterHelp’s enterprise offering becomes even more attractive to businesses seeking to provide comprehensive mental health support to their employees.
This move comes at a time when BetterHelp is grappling with slower growth and a challenging financial landscape. The company recently reported a net loss of $837.7 million in the second quarter of 2025, prompting it to explore new ways to grow and diversify its services. Kfir Eyal, Senior Vice President and General Manager of BetterHelp, emphasized that the partnership aligns with the company’s mission to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges. “Adding additional well-being services to our employer program helps us cast a wider, more well-rounded offering to a larger addressable market,” Eyal explained. “It helps us maintain our leadership position in the corporate well-being market and better deliver on our mission: helping more people with their everyday challenges.”
The addition of psychiatric services represents a key part of BetterHelp’s ongoing effort to diversify its service offerings. In August 2025, the company announced its focus on expanding insurance partnerships after facing a down quarter. Eyal also hinted that BetterHelp might explore expanding its services beyond its current offerings of therapy, as some individuals may be seeking different kinds of support. “We’re actively evaluating other services and solutions that fit our overall mission to support individuals with their life challenges,” Eyal noted.
This is especially significant in the context of the growing demand for corporate mental health solutions, as employers increasingly recognize the importance of addressing the mental health needs of their workforce.
Talkiatry’s Growth and Strategic Goals
On the other side of the partnership, Talkiatry is riding a wave of growth, fueled by a $130 million funding round led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. While the company’s core services have largely focused on psychiatry and therapy, Talkiatry does not yet have a business-to-business (B2B) offering. This makes the partnership with BetterHelp particularly attractive, as it allows Talkiatry to tap into a much larger base of potential patients through BetterHelp’s extensive network of business clients.
Talkiatry’s strategy for growth is centered around expanding its value-based care model. By increasing partnerships with payers, Talkiatry aims to demonstrate its ability to drive cost savings while expanding its core offerings. The partnership with BetterHelp will help Talkiatry keep patient volume high and ensure that it remains a top-of-mind option for employers, health systems, and patients alike. For Krayn, the BetterHelp partnership represents a critical step in achieving these strategic goals.
“The partnership allows us to further integrate our services into the overall mental health care ecosystem,” Krayn said. “We’re bringing together a more holistic offering for patients while maintaining a strong focus on providing accessible and high-quality care.” This kind of strategic move is exactly what employers need in their search for corporate mental health solutions that meet both the needs of their employees and their bottom lines.
Preparing for Telehealth Regulatory Changes
Both companies are also closely monitoring potential changes to telehealth regulations, particularly regarding the prescribing of medications. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has suggested scaling back the COVID-era flexibilities that currently allow telehealth providers to prescribe controlled substances without in-person visits. While some behavioral health providers are taking preventative measures in anticipation of these changes, Krayn remains confident that such a shift will not occur by the end of 2025. “It would be a complete disaster and it would harm millions of patients directly,” he warned. “I believe that the administrator understands this and is not going to let that happen.”
Krayn further suggested that a two-year extension of the current telehealth prescribing flexibilities would be ideal. He also expressed confidence that both the White House and Congress are aware of the potential harm any rollback could cause and will work to prevent significant changes from taking effect.
This kind of regulatory change could have a major impact on how companies provide corporate mental health solutions, but Krayn remains optimistic that the right steps will be taken to ensure continued access to these critical services.
The Future of Mental Health Care for Employees
The BetterHelp-Talkiatry partnership is a promising step toward a future where mental health care is more accessible and holistic, particularly for employees. By combining therapy and psychiatric care under one umbrella, the two companies are creating a more streamlined and effective approach to employee well-being. This partnership not only makes mental health care more accessible but also more affordable, benefiting both employers and employees.
As businesses continue to recognize the importance of mental health support for their employees, the demand for comprehensive corporate mental health solutions will only grow. BetterHelp and Talkiatry are well-positioned to meet that demand, offering businesses and their employees an integrated, cost-effective solution that addresses both the psychological and psychiatric needs of the workforce.
In a rapidly evolving mental health care landscape, this partnership represents a significant leap forward in providing the support employees need to thrive both professionally and personally. With BetterHelp’s vast network of therapists and Talkiatry’s team of psychiatrists, employers can now offer a comprehensive suite of mental health services, ultimately benefiting the well-being of their most valuable asset—their employees.
