Mental health support for every chapter of military life

Military service members, Veterans, retirees, spouses, and dependents can access several kinds of mental health support. SonderMind offers outpatient individual, couples, and family therapy, including trauma-informed care, as well as psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management. Whether you need talk therapy, psychiatric treatment, or both, SonderMind can match you with licensed clinicians who can coordinate your care. Care may be available in person or online, depending on your location, benefits, and provider availability. Services and insurance coverage vary, so check your benefits and referral requirements before scheduling.

Yes. SonderMind’s psychiatry providers can evaluate symptoms, diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication when appropriate, and monitor how treatment is working. Psychiatry can be used on its own or alongside therapy. Availability and coverage depend on your location, provider network, and health plan.

Yes. You can look for a therapist familiar with military culture and challenges such as deployment, reintegration, frequent moves, trauma, relationship strain, and the transition to civilian life. Many SonderMind providers supporting military communities have completed PsychArmor training, and some have personal experience with military life. During the matching process, SonderMind considers your goals and preferences to help connect you with a provider whose background and approach fit your needs.

Service members and Veterans commonly seek help for PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, and the effects of military sexual trauma. These concerns are treatable, and support is available. SonderMind has experienced providers who can help you find care that fits your needs.

Yes. Online therapy can be an effective, convenient option that offers flexibility around duty schedules, parenting responsibilities, transportation, and PCS moves. In some cases, you may be able to continue working with the same therapist after relocating if the provider is licensed and credentialed to practice in your new state. If they cannot continue your care, SonderMind can help connect you with another provider. Sessions are private and held through secure technology with licensed providers.

No. You can receive therapy from civilian community providers instead of or alongside VA care. Military OneSource offers short-term, non-medical counseling, while licensed providers offer clinical therapy and psychiatry. Veterans need VA approval and a referral for VA Community Care. Eligible TRICARE beneficiaries can receive mental health care from TRICARE-authorized civilian providers. Referral and pre-authorization requirements depend on beneficiary status, plan, and type of care.

Yes, often. TRICARE and many commercial insurance plans cover therapy and psychiatry, although benefits vary. SonderMind currently participates with TRICARE West. Veterans may also use VA Community Care benefits for approved treatment with a valid referral. Optum Serve manages regions 1 through 3, while TriWest Healthcare Alliance manages regions 4 and 5. Learn more about using TRICARE with SonderMind and check your plan for specific benefit details.

SonderMind can match you with a military-informed therapist or psychiatrist based on your location, insurance, preferences, and experiences. You can also browse the provider directory and choose from available in-person or online options. You can always switch providers if your current one is not the right fit.