AdvancedMD vs TherapyAppointment
TherapyAppointment scores 6.8/10 vs 6.5/10. Best for: Solo therapists or small practices that want straightforward scheduling and billing without paying for features they will never use.
TherapyAppointment scores higher overall at 6.8/10 vs 6.5/10. Buy TherapyAppointment if you are a low-volume solo therapist who wants to start at $10/mo and grow into higher tiers naturally. Skip if you want a modern interface or need telehealth and claims included in the base price.
AdvancedMD 
TherapyAppointment Rank
#35 of 41
Rank
#33 of 41
Features
18/18
Features
16/18
Starting at
$130/mo
Starting at
$10/mo
User reviews
3.6/5 (525)
User reviews
3.8/5 (107)
What they cost
| AdvancedMD | TherapyAppointment | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $130 /mo | $10 /mo |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Number of plans | 3 | 4 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, TherapyAppointment looks cheaper at $10/month vs $130/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where AdvancedMD wins
- NOW plan at $130/mo specifically targets small mental health practices, capped at 3 providers
- 300+ customizable documentation templates
- Clearinghouse connects to 1,800+ insurance carriers
- Actual 30-day free trial available on the mental health plan
Where TherapyAppointment wins
- Pricing starts at $10/mo and scales with your caseload, so you only pay more when you actually book more sessions
- 30-day free trial with full access to every feature, no credit card required upfront
- Built-in telehealth option at $15/mo per provider, or bring your own Zoom for Healthcare at $5/mo
- Been around since 2006, which means fewer surprise shutdowns or feature pivots compared to newer startups
- E-prescribing available for $65/mo per prescriber, keeping psychiatrists on the same platform
Where AdvancedMD falls short
- Full EHR+PM bundle at $729/provider/mo is prohibitively expensive for small practices
- 3.6 ratings on both G2 and Capterra are the lowest in this category
- Automated reminders cost extra on top of already high monthly prices
- API access is an add-on, not included in standard plans
Where TherapyAppointment falls short
- Telehealth, e-prescribing, and claims are all paid add-ons, so costs stack up fast once you leave the base plan
- Capterra rating of 4.1 with 12% negative reviews points to real frustration, especially around interface design
- No open API, so you cannot connect it to tools like Zapier or your own automations
- Interface looks dated compared to newer competitors like Sessions Health or Blueprint
Who is each product built for?
AdvancedMD
Target: 1-200+ providers
Buy AdvancedMD if you're a mid-size multi-specialty practice that needs enterprise customization, or try the NOW plan at $130/mo if you're a small mental health practice. Skip if price matters — outside the NOW plan, this is built for practices with bigger budgets.
TherapyAppointment
Target: 1-15 clinicians
Buy TherapyAppointment if you are a low-volume solo therapist who wants to start at $10/mo and grow into higher tiers naturally. Skip if you want a modern interface or need telehealth and claims included in the base price.
Feature comparison
| Feature | AdvancedMD | TherapyAppointment |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance & Security | ||
| HIPAA compliant | ||
| Telehealth / video sessions | ||
| Secure messaging | ||
| Scheduling & Clients | ||
| Online scheduling | ||
| Client portal | ||
| Intake forms / assessments | ||
| Automated reminders | ||
| Clinical | ||
| Progress notes / documentation | ||
| Treatment plans | ||
| E-prescribing | ||
| Outcome measures / assessments | ||
| Billing & Payments | ||
| Insurance billing / claims | ||
| Payment processing | ||
| Superbill generation | ||
| Automated billing | ||
| Platform | ||
| Group practice support | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Integrations / API | ||
Common questions
TherapyAppointment scores 6.8/10 vs AdvancedMD's 6.5/10 in our ranking. TherapyAppointment is the better pick for 1-15 clinicians. AdvancedMD is better if you need mid-size multi-specialty practices that need heavy customization, or small mental health practices willing to try the now plan.
AdvancedMD starts at $130/month. TherapyAppointment starts at $10/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-04-01.
AdvancedMD: Yes, 30-day free trial. TherapyAppointment: Yes, 30-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
AdvancedMD covers 18 of 18 features we track. TherapyAppointment covers 16 of 18. AdvancedMD has broader feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
Yes, AdvancedMD has a mobile app. TherapyAppointment does not.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most healthcare practice management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick AdvancedMD if...
Mid-size multi-specialty practices that need heavy customization, or small mental health practices willing to try the NOW plan
Pick TherapyAppointment if...
Solo therapists or small practices that want straightforward scheduling and billing without paying for features they will never use.