How can I make an appointment with a therapist or counselor who takes Blue Shield insurance?

It's easy to make an appointment with a therapist or counselor who accepts Blue Shield insurance. Here's how:

  1. Visit Monarch.

  2. Enter your zip code to see the therapists in your area.

  3. Filter by Blue Shield insurance.

  4. Review the provider bios, profile photos, and learn more about their approach to therapy.  

  5. Contact the therapist(s) you think would be a good match by requesting a consultation or sending an email.

Tips to find affordable therapy

If you’re looking for a way to find affordable therapy and quality mental health care, here are some tips on how to find affordable, low-cost—and even free—therapy.

Also, you can browse all the therapists who accept Blue Shield. And also, you can browse therapists and counselors based on the insurance providers they accept.The Monarch Directory by SimplePractice can help you find the right therapist for your needs.


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Monarch assumes no responsibility, and shall not be liable, for the quality or any other aspect of the services a provider may provide to you, nor will Monarch be liable for any act, omission or wrongdoing committed or allegedly committed by any provider.

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