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⭐ Top Rated for Therapists & Counselors

Scheduling Software for Therapists

More Healing Time. Less Admin Time.

Secure, confidential scheduling that lets clients book sessions on their terms. Focus on what matters: their wellbeing.

How Scheduling Software Transforms Therapists & Counselors Workflows

Therapists & Counselors face a unique set of scheduling pressures. Whether it's juggling multiple client meetings, coordinating across time zones, or protecting focus time from constant interruptions, the calendar is often the most contested resource in the workday. Without the right system, therapists & counselors spend more time managing their schedule than doing the work that actually drives results.

Scheduling automation changes the daily rhythm fundamentally. Instead of trading emails to find a mutual time, clients and colleagues book directly into open slots. Reminders fire automatically, reducing no-shows. Buffer times between meetings are enforced by the system, not by willpower. For therapists & counselors, this typically translates to several hours reclaimed every week—time that goes back into high-value work.

When evaluating scheduling tools for this role, prioritize features that match your workflow: look for calendar integrations that support your existing stack, booking pages that reflect your brand, and automation rules flexible enough to handle your specific availability patterns.

45%
fewer no-shows
90%
clients prefer online booking
100%
session time protected

Figures are industry estimates. Individual results vary.

Challenges Therapists & Counselors Face

Calls interrupting sessions
Clients anxious about phone booking
Tracking recurring weekly sessions
Maintaining confidentiality

Features Therapists & Counselors Love

SchedulingKit has everything therapists & counselors need to schedule smarter.

Confidential Booking

Private, secure scheduling

Client Self-Service

Book/reschedule without calling

Recurring Sessions

Weekly appointments on autopilot

Intake Forms

Collect history before first session

Telehealth Ready

Automatic video session links

Gentle Reminders

Reduce anxiety, not increase it

Perfect For

Individual therapy
Couples counseling
Initial consultations
Group sessions

How Does SchedulingKit Compare?

We believe in transparency. Here's how popular scheduling tools stack up for therapists & counselors.

ToolStrengthLimitationBest For
SchedulingKitFull-featured free plan with team schedulingNewer brand, growing ecosystemBudget-conscious therapists & counselors who need a full feature set
Acuity SchedulingStrong privacy controls and intake form supportNo free plan; recurring session management is limitedEstablished private practices with complex scheduling
SimplyBook.meHIPAA-compliant option with booking customizationCompliance features require higher-tier plansGroup practices needing advanced booking features
Cal.comOpen source with full data controlRequires technical setup; no telehealth integrationTech-savvy therapists who want to self-host their data

Why Therapists & Counselors Choose SchedulingKit

SchedulingKit provides therapists with the confidential, low-barrier booking experience that clients—especially those with anxiety—need. Recurring weekly sessions run on autopilot, telehealth links are auto-generated, and intake forms collect history before the first visit. It's secure, simple, and designed for the therapeutic relationship.

Clients with anxiety especially appreciate not having to call. They book at 2am when they're ready.
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SchedulingKit User
Licensed Therapist

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it confidential?

Yes. All data is encrypted and we maintain strict privacy standards.

Recurring weekly sessions?

Absolutely. Set up standing appointments that repeat automatically.

Telehealth support?

Yes. Video call links automatically included for virtual sessions.

Sliding scale pricing?

Create different session types with different pricing as needed.

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Free forever plan
5 minute setup