Most sessions happen online (from your couch, your car, wherever). Book today, talk tomorrow. Usually costs $0-3.
Where you live, what kind of help you're looking for, and when you're available. Takes like 2 minutes.
See therapists near you who take your Medicaid, have openings, and specialize in what you need.
Book online sessions from your couch or in-person visits. Many therapists have same-day or next-day spots.
Your session is covered by Medicaid. No surprise bills, no confusing paperwork.
Most of our therapy happens online because it's easier for you. No driving, no waiting rooms, no taking time off work. Just you, your therapist, and a private video call.
Your phone, computer, or tablet works
Early morning, lunch break, late evening
Just as qualified as in-person care
Encrypted video, HIPAA compliant
Usually $0-3 copay, same as office visits
Good for: Busy schedules, single parents, people in rural areas, anxiety about leaving home, or anyone who just prefers therapy from a comfortable space.
See Online TherapistsWant in-person? We have that too. Some of our therapists offer both options.
Yes!
North Carolina Medicaid covers mental health therapy.
$0 to $3 per session
No monthly fees. No membership charges. Just show up and get help.
Not sure which plan you have?
Enter your Medicaid card info and we'll check for you takes 30 seconds.
Most NC Medicaid plans cover 20-30 therapy visits per year. If you need more, your therapist can help you request additional sessions.
For when you need to talk through what's going on. Anxiety, depression, life stress, whatever. No judgment.
(Individual Therapy)
Yeah, Medicaid actually covers this. Most people don't know. Both of you don't need Medicaid just one.
Parents and kids. Siblings. Blended families. Get everyone in the same room and work through it.
Sounds weird, works great. It's for trauma and bad memories. Your brain processes stuff differently. Medicaid covers it.
Learn how to not blow up at people. Good for court-ordered stuff or just trying to be a better human.
Therapists who actually know how to talk to teens. School stress, friend drama, bigger stuff they've heard it all.
Specialized care for people dealing with past trauma. Takes time, but it helps.
CBT, DBT, and other approaches that actually work. Get tools to manage symptoms and feel more like yourself.
Log in from anywhere. Morning, lunch break, late night. Same real therapist, just way more convenient.
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Unlike BetterHelp or Talkspace, we're built for people with Medicaid. That means you pay almost nothing instead of $300+ per month.
| Feature | Lavni | BetterHelp | Other Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Medicaid | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Accepts Other Insurance | ✓ | ✗ | Limited |
| Cost with Medicaid | $0-3 copay | $260-360/mo | $100-300/mo |
| Online therapy | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| In-person option | ✓ | ✗ | Rarely |
| Therapists licensed in NC | ✓ | Sometimes | Varies |
| Same-day appointments | Often | 7+ day wait | Varies |
You could pay $300+ per month for BetterHelp, or pay $0-3 with Medicaid through Lavni. Same quality therapy. Way better price.
Whether you're in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, or a small town, we'll connect you with therapists near you. Most sessions happen online, but if you want in-person care, we've got options too.
Charlotte • Raleigh • Durham • Greensboro • Winston-Salem • Fayetteville • Cary • Wilmington • High Point • Asheville • Concord • Gastonia • Chapel Hill • Rocky Mount • Burlington • and everywhere in between
Rural area? No problem. Online therapy means you can see a great therapist even if you're hours from the nearest city.
Find Therapists Near MeMaybe. Some therapists have same-day openings. When you search, you'll see who's available and when.
Yeah. NC Medicaid pays for video sessions same as in-person. Same $0-3 copay.
Most people pay $0 to $3 per session. That's it. No monthly subscription, no hidden fees.
No worries. Keep reading we've got a whole section below on how to get Medicaid in NC.
BetterHelp costs $300/month and doesn't take insurance. Lavni costs $3 because we take Medicaid. Also you can see someone in person if you want.
Yep. Most people don't know Medicaid covers this. Only one of you needs to have Medicaid.
Absolutely. We have therapists trained in EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, and other approaches proven to help.
We've got therapists who do EMDR. It's covered by Medicaid and it's really effective for trauma, anxiety, and PTSD.
Switch. Happens all the time. Not every therapist clicks with every person.
Completely private. All sessions are HIPAA compliant, encrypted, and confidential. We don't share your info with anyone.
Yes! We work with lots of insurance plans. If you have Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, or others, check your coverage when you search for therapists.
About 2 minutes to fill out your info, then you'll instantly see therapists available. Most people book their first session within 2-3 days.
Most people in NC qualify if they're pregnant, have kids, are disabled, over 65, or just don't make much money (under $18k/year for one person, around $30k for a family of three).
Go to ePass.nc.gov. Fill out the form. Takes about 30 minutes. They'll want proof you live in NC and what you make. You'll hear back in 2-4 weeks.
Too confusing? Call 1-888-245-0179. They'll walk you through it.
When you apply, they'll ask you to pick a plan. Blue Cross, Healthy Blue, AmeriHealth, UnitedHealthcare, WellCare doesn't really matter, they all cover therapy. Pick whichever one your doctor already takes.
Call the number on the letter. Usually it's just missing paperwork. You can appeal.
Still have questions?
1,600+ people with Medicaid used Lavni to find a therapist. Most got an appointment in 2 days. Average rating is 4.8 out of 5. Everything's confidential (HIPAA compliant, encrypted, the whole deal). And yeah still costs $0-3, not $300/month like those other apps.
Finding a therapist who takes Medicaid shouldn't be this hard. But it is. That's why we built Lavni to make it simple.
No waiting weeks. No getting turned away because they don't take your insurance. No paying $300/month. Just you, a great therapist, and a path forward.
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