Talkspace is an online therapy service that connects users to a dedicated, licensed therapist via private messaging and live video from a secure, HIPAA-compliant digital platform.
Utilizing a network of thousands of licensed clinicians, Talkspace is an online therapy service that connects users to a dedicated therapist from a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Registered users can send text, voice or video messages to their therapist —anytime, anywhere— including from the comfort of home.
Talkspace is available at no cost for all West Virginia University students (WVU Morgantown, WVU Tech, WVU Potomac State and WVU Online). Users also have the option to receive two 30-minute live video sessions with their Talkspace therapist, each month. There is no open enrollment period and registration is open year-round. Check out the app store preview video for Talkspace and when you are ready to sign up and begin online therapy, simply enter your WVU MIX email address at talkspace.com/wvu. You do not need to contact Carruth Center to access or use Talkspace.
Talkspace communication is confidential and secure. No one at the University (or anywhere else) will know who uses the service or for what purpose.
If you have questions about Talkspace, please Sara DiSimone at the Carruth Center, sara.disimone@mail.wvu.edu or 304-293-0411.