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What you'll accomplish

By the end of this guide, you'll have Mentalyc fully configured and running — transcribing your therapy sessions and generating draft progress notes in under 5 minutes per session. For a counselor with a 25-session caseload, this can reclaim 4–6 hours of documentation time every week — time currently spent writing notes in the evenings.

What you'll need

  • A device (phone or computer) to run Mentalyc during sessions
  • Reliable internet connection (for telehealth) or a phone/tablet (for in-person)
  • Updated informed consent documents (Step 2 below is critical before you begin)
  • Time needed: 45 minutes to set up; 3–5 minutes per session to use
  • Cost: Approximately $29–$59/month depending on plan (free trial available)

How-To Guide: Set Up Mentalyc for HIPAA-Compliant AI Progress Notes

Step 1: Create Your Mentalyc Account

  1. Go to mentalyc.com in your browser
  2. Click "Get Started" or "Sign Up"
  3. Create an account with your professional email address
  4. Select your role (Licensed Therapist, Counselor, Psychologist, etc.)
  5. Choose your plan — most counselors start with the individual plan; a free trial is available

What you should see: Your Mentalyc dashboard with an empty client list and the option to create your first session. Troubleshooting: If you don't receive the verification email, check your spam folder. Mentalyc emails sometimes get caught by spam filters on first contact.