Find a therapist who specializes in first responders issues.
- 22,000+ licensed therapists accepting insurance nationwide
- 0-$25 typical copay for most insurance members with coverage verified before booking
- 13,000+ providers specializing in trauma and PTSD
I had a nervous breakdown this February 2023. Years of PTSD from working in an Emergency Room to teaching, which was not the move I wanted to make, but I did it for my family, to watching my sixteen-year-old son have open heart surgery in October 2022, I was overwhelmed.
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How to find a first responders therapist with Rula
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Yvette D. Wilhite
LMFT
Kaitlin Olson
LMFT
Luke Thomas
LCSW
Gigi Natacia Jones
LMHC
Brenda Barzee Franson
NP
Alexa Bustamante
LPCC
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With Rula, you’re not just finding care – you’re finding the right care for your needs.
21,000+
licensed providers with diverse backgrounds and specialties
180+
clinical specialties and modalities offered
98%
find a provider that meets their unique preferences
93%
report feeling better about their symptoms after receiving care through Rula*
Millions of successful sessions and counting
He is a thoughtful and supportive therapist who integrates somatic tactics with traditional talk therapy. He specializes in trauma counseling, which is critical for me, and really understands the effects of nervous system dysregulation on the body.
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My therapist is kind and profound. I look forward to every appointment with him.
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My therapist listens! I am an ex-marine and I did not believe in therapy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Rula is in-network with 180+ insurance plans, and many insured patients pay between $0 and $25 per session. Exact coverage depends on your plan, but most major commercial plans include outpatient mental health care.
Most insured Rula patients pay a low copay — around $15 on average per session. You'll see your exact cost before you book, so there are no surprises.
Rula is designed around in-network care, so the fastest way to see your cost is to enter your insurance at sign-up. If you're uninsured, our team can walk you through self-pay options.
Rula accepts 180+ plans, including major carriers like Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana. You can confirm your plan in a few seconds at sign-up.
Appointments may be available as soon as tomorrow, and many Rula patients meet with a provider within 5 days of signing up.
Rula offers first responders therapy by video, phone, or in-person where available. You can filter for the format that fits your schedule before booking.
No. Most plans don't require a referral for outpatient therapy with Rula — you can sign up and book a first session directly.
Licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Trauma Focused, EMDR, and Cognitive Processing (CPT) often help people manage first responders. Rula matches you with in-network providers who list first responders among their focus areas.
No. Many people start therapy because they're dealing with what they're experiencing — not because they have a formal diagnosis. Your provider can help determine what's going on and what may help.
Answer a few questions about your needs, insurance, and preferences, and Rula will match you with in-network therapists who specialize in first responders. You can review profiles and book when you're ready.
Yes. Rula can match firefighters, police, EMTs, and other first responders with in-network therapists who list first responders among their focus areas. You can review provider profiles and choose the format that works for you.
Yes. Rula can match you with licensed therapists who support first responders and offer evidence-based approaches like trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). You can book online and meet by video, phone, or in-person where available.
Yes. Rula helps you find in-network therapists who specialize in first responders and offer care by video, phone, or in-person where available. You can filter for location, schedule, and format before booking.
*Results may vary based on the patient, provider, and individual patient conditions.