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The Therapy Expanded provider network
Therapist networking for stronger referral relationships.
Build referral relationships with therapists, psychologists, prescribers, and other online mental health providers. Connect around the people you serve, the care you offer, and the states where you practice.
Membership is free for eligible licensed mental health providers.
Connect where you practice.
Meet complementary providers.
Build familiarity over time.
Who belongs in your network?
People to know before you need a referral.
A useful network includes colleagues who complement your work and peers who understand it. Start with the connections that would help your practice and the people you serve.
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Providers who offer complementary care
A trauma therapist might connect with couples counselors, medication management providers, or testing specialists who work with similar populations.
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Peers who share your specialties
Get to know clinicians with similar areas of focus. They may be helpful referral options when your practice is full or a client needs a different fit.
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Colleagues in other states
Build connections for the times clients move, attend college elsewhere, or need care beyond the states you serve. Confirm a receiving provider’s authorization and fit before referring.
Start with something specific
Help a colleague remember your practice.
You do not need a polished pitch. A clear introduction helps other providers understand when to think of you—and gives them a reason to start a conversation.
Your first community introduction
Give people four ways to connect.
The populations, concerns, and specialties you work with.
Your services, approach, and current availability.
The states where you are authorized to provide care.
The colleagues and complementary services you are looking for.
Put it into practice
Make room for your next connection.
Meet colleagues
Introduce your practice and find people with shared or complementary interests.
Connect at an event
Choose a networking meeting or member-led event, then follow up with someone you meet.
Share your practice
Give new connections an optional directory profile they can revisit when considering a referral.
Build your referral relationships
Therapist networking questions.
Have another question? Contact us.
Where can I find therapist referral partners?
Start with colleagues who serve similar populations, offer complementary services, or practice in states you do not serve. Introductions in the provider community and networking events can help you find people to get to know.
What should I ask a potential referral partner?
Ask about the clients they work with, services and specialties, licensed states, current availability, fees or insurance, and preferred referral process. These details can help you assess whether a future referral might fit.
How should I follow up after a networking introduction?
Send a brief personal message mentioning something specific from your conversation. If there is a shared interest, suggest a short call to learn more about each other’s work. Stay in touch when your availability or services change.
Can networking help when my practice is full?
Yes. Knowing colleagues with similar specialties gives you options to explore when you cannot accept a new client. Check their current availability and fit before suggesting them; capacity can change.
Does therapist networking guarantee referrals?
No. Relationships may lead to referrals, but Therapy Expanded membership does not guarantee referrals, clients, or clinical fit. Focus on getting to know colleagues, communicating clearly, and building trust over time.
Your next connection starts with an introduction.
Create your provider account and start getting to know the people behind the practices.
For online mental health providers licensed in one state or several.