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Top 6 HIPAA Compliant Scheduling Software for Private Practices in 2026

HIPAA compliant scheduling software needs to do more than book appointments. It must protect client privacy, reduce administrative burden, and support sustainable practice growth. This article breaks down what HIPAA-compliant scheduling really means for private therapy practices, how to evaluate scheduling tools beyond basic compliance, and how leading platforms compare.

The unchecked rise of the "intimacy economy": What happens when we replace people with robots?

What once sounded like science fiction has quietly become reality: loneliness is pushing us to befriend robots. Despite the fact that 73% of U.S. adults surveyed in 2024 identified "technology" as a factor contributing to loneliness in America, users are increasingly looking to AI bots and companions for relief.

Upheal’s approach to the environmental impact of AI

At Upheal, we take the environmental impact of AI seriously. We believe innovation should move forward responsibly, and that sustainability needs to be part of how new technologies are built and scaled.

Meet UphealOS

Today, we’ve launched the foundational phase of UphealOS — the first operating system created specifically for clinicians with self-pay clients, designed to give you more freedom, more clarity, and more control over how you work. For the first time, all the tools needed to run your practice will live together in one AI-powered system. Everything from EHR, client payments, and scheduling to documentation, telehealth, practice forms, accounting, and marketing. All under a single subscription.

Best mental health billing software [2025]

Compare top mental health billing software protecting your revenue. Expert analysis of SimplePractice, TherapyNotes, Tebra, and more against 7 critical criteria.

The reconciliation crisis: why your billing software is quietly bleeding your practice dry

Your billing software automates submission but fails at reconciliation. Behavioral health practices lose 5-15% of revenue to this hidden crisis.

The case for “gentle challenge”: Why AI fails at core therapeutic skills

AI chatbots are designed to be easy and frictionless, but real mental health care is — and should be — challenging.

Stop losing money: 7 things to look for when choosing mental health billing software

Most therapists lose 15% of revenue to billing errors. Learn the 7 expert-backed features that actually protect your income — not just automate claims.

A consumer’s guide to vetting AI mental health apps

Learn what to look for in an AI mental health app, including the key features, red flags, and limitations when using apps for mental health support.

Best scheduling software for therapists [2026]

We put scheduling platforms for therapists up to the test against the trusty paper calendar. These are the seven best options.

Survey: How therapists are using AI

In a recent survey, 91.2% of clinicians said AI reduced the mental effort it took to do their jobs.

A clinician’s guide to therapy scheduling

Therapy scheduling doesn't have to be chaos. From manual booking to smart automation — practical tips that actually work for independent clinicians.

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Top 6 HIPAA Compliant Scheduling Software for Private Practices in 2026

The unchecked rise of the "intimacy economy": What happens when we replace people with robots?

Upheal’s approach to the environmental impact of AI

Meet UphealOS

Best mental health billing software [2025]

The reconciliation crisis: why your billing software is quietly bleeding your practice dry

The case for “gentle challenge”: Why AI fails at core therapeutic skills

Stop losing money: 7 things to look for when choosing mental health billing software

A consumer’s guide to vetting AI mental health apps

Best scheduling software for therapists [2026]

Survey: How therapists are using AI

A clinician’s guide to therapy scheduling