Therapy for men: talk while golfing, fishing, hiking, gaming, and more.
Meet a real, licensed therapist in person — on the course, the trail, or the water.
- Real, licensed therapists
- In-person sessions
- Not an AI chatbot
How it works
Sign up
Pick the activities you'd enjoy. Takes about 30 seconds.
Meet your therapist
A real, licensed therapist in your area who offers your activity.
Talk while you do something you enjoy
Meet up in person, do the thing you enjoy, and talk side by side.
What would you rather do?
Tap the ones that sound good. We’ll match you with a therapist who does them.
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Get matched to a therapistWhat your first session looks like
Meet somewhere easy
A trailhead, a course or a park near you, at a time you pick.
Ease in
Your therapist explains how privacy works and asks what's been on your mind. No pressure to have it figured out.
Walk and talk
About an hour, side by side, doing the thing you chose. Talk as much or as little as you want.
Decide what's next
Book again if it helped. If it isn't the right fit, we'll help you find someone who is.
Real therapy, just not on a couch
Licensed therapists
Licensed counselors (LPC), clinical social workers (LCSW), marriage and family therapists (LMFT) and psychologists, licensed in your state. Real therapy, just not on a couch.
A real person, in person
Not an app and not an AI chatbot. You meet your therapist face to face.
Private
What you talk about stays between you and your therapist. Sensitive topics can move somewhere quieter.
You're in control
Pick your activity and your times. If a therapist isn't the right fit, we'll help you find one who is.
How TalkWhile compares
| Feature | TalkWhile | Office | Therapy apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed therapist | |||
| A real person, in person | |||
| No couch or waiting room | |||
| Side by side, doing something you enjoy | |||
| Pay per session, no subscription |
Know a guy who’d never sit on a couch?
A lot of men start therapy because someone who cares about them nudged them. Send him TalkWhile. It’s easier to say yes to a round of golf than a therapy appointment.
Questions men ask
What does it cost?
Your therapist sets their own rate. Most sessions run about $150 to $225 for an hour, and you pay your therapist directly. Some therapists take insurance or let you use your HSA. Signing up for TalkWhile is free.
Is this real therapy?
Yes. Every therapist is a licensed counselor (LPC), clinical social worker (LCSW), marriage and family therapist (LMFT) or psychologist, licensed in your state, or a counselor candidate working under a licensed supervisor. It's the same kind of therapy you'd get in an office. The only difference is where it happens.
What if I see someone I know?
To anyone else, you're just two people on a walk or a round of golf. Your therapist will help pick spots with some privacy, and if something gets too personal, you can move somewhere quieter or meet in their office.
Do I have to be fit or outdoorsy?
Not at all. A slow walk around a park counts. Pick whatever feels comfortable, and go at your own pace.
What if the weather's bad?
Reschedule, switch to an indoor activity, or meet in your therapist's office that week.
Where is TalkWhile available?
We're matching men with therapists in Portland, Denver and Salt Lake City first. Sign up from anywhere, and we'll let you know as soon as there's a therapist near you.
Is this for a crisis?
No. TalkWhile isn't a crisis service. If you're in crisis in the US, call or text 988 any time, day or night.
Ready to talk while you play?
Tell us what you enjoy and where you are. We’ll match you with a licensed therapist near you.
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