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Head-to-head · Mental Health EHR Software

Valant vs CounSol

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Valant #3 in Mental Health EHR Software 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 6 features Visit Valant
CounSol #6 in Mental Health EHR Software 8.4/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 6 features Visit CounSol

Valant leads on 0 checks, CounSol on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreValant · 8.7/10
  • Free trialonly CounSol

Valant scores higher on our rubric for mental health ehr software: 8.7 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

Valant is the better fit for practices wanting mobile access and connected workflows. CounSol is the better fit for solo and small practices handling claims and telehealth.

  • Valant fits best

    Practices wanting mobile access and connected workflows

  • CounSol fits best

    Solo and small practices handling claims and telehealth

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Side by side

Feature Valant 8.7/10 Visit ↗ CounSol 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.4
Ranking #3 in Mental Health EHR Software #6 in Mental Health EHR Software
Best for Practices wanting mobile access and connected workflows Solo and small practices handling claims and telehealth
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request $69.95/mo
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs
Compliance HIPAA, PCI DSS HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, 2FA
Integrations 2 integrations 5 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Valant 1/6 · CounSol 1/6
Telehealth included Not checked yet Not checked yet
E-prescribing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Insurance billing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Client portal ✓ ✓
Mobile app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mental health templates Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines clinical documentation and outcome measures with scheduling and billing workflows
  • MYIO portal supports secure messaging, intake forms and patient payments
  • Offers integrated group telehealth and behavioral-health APIs
  • Combines treatment plans, progress notes, scheduling, billing, and client portal
  • Supports secure video, messaging, and online appointment booking
  • Offers electronic claim submission and ERA processing
Cons
  • Pricing is customized and requires contacting sales
  • Mobile app support described here is for the MYIO patient portal
  • Broad workflows may be more than a narrow-focus practice needs
  • Monthly plans start at $69.95
  • Plan selection separates video sessions and claim submission
  • Web-based platform; no mobile apps
Our verdict

Valant brings electronic records and practice management into one platform for behavioral health providers, including outpatient therapy, psychiatry, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs. Its scope spans scheduling,…

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CounSol brings practice management and clinical documentation together for counselors and therapy practices. Its web-based tools cover scheduling and appointment booking, treatment plans, progress notes, custom forms, reminders, client…

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  1. ValantMental Health EHR Software 8.7Pricing on request
  2. CounSolMental Health EHR Software 8.414-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Valant — where it wins

    • Combines clinical documentation and outcome measures with scheduling and billing workflows
    • MYIO portal supports secure messaging, intake forms and patient payments
    • Offers integrated group telehealth and behavioral-health APIs

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is customized and requires contacting sales
    • Mobile app support described here is for the MYIO patient portal
    • Broad workflows may be more than a narrow-focus practice needs
  • CounSol — where it wins

    • Combines treatment plans, progress notes, scheduling, billing, and client portal
    • Supports secure video, messaging, and online appointment booking
    • Offers electronic claim submission and ERA processing

    Where it doesn't

    • Monthly plans start at $69.95
    • Plan selection separates video sessions and claim submission
    • Web-based platform; no mobile apps
  • Valant8.7/10 · Pricing on request

    A behavioral health EHR connecting clinical workflows, telehealth, claims and patient engagement.

    Visit ValantFull verdict →
  • CounSol8.4/10 · 14-day trial

    A counseling practice suite with claims and telehealth, priced for solo and small practices.

    Visit CounSolFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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