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Last updated: March 2026

Reviewed by the WellNotes Clinical Team

WellNotes is a secure clinical documentation tool built specifically for mental health professionals. Generate complete therapy notes in under 2 minutes.

With therapist burnout rates reaching 50–60% nationally (APA Center for Workforce Studies, 2024), reducing documentation burden matters more than ever.

Why Clinicians Switch from Mentalyc

Note limits on lower-tier plans create unpredictable costs

Recording-based workflow feels intrusive in some clinical settings

Paying nearly $70/mo for unlimited notes when alternatives cost less

Want a simpler text-based workflow without managing recordings

Why WellNotes Is the Best Mentalyc Alternative

Affordable Pricing

$38/mo for unlimited notes. Save up to $32/mo with WellNotes.

Private & Secure

Your data is encrypted and secure. No patient data stored on external servers.

Built for Clinicians

10+ mental health note formats designed by and for clinicians.

Mentalyc vs WellNotes

Note Generation

Mentalyc

From session recordings or typed summaries

WellNotes

From typed session observations — fast and private

Note Formats

Mentalyc

SOAP, DAP, BIRP, and more

WellNotes

SOAP, DAP, BIRP, Treatment Plans, Intake Assessments, and 10+ formats

Unlimited Notes

Mentalyc

$69.99/mo for unlimited

WellNotes

$38/mo for unlimited

Security & Privacy

Mentalyc

Secure & private

WellNotes

Secure & private — no data stored on device

Export Options

Mentalyc

PDF and copy-paste

WellNotes

PDF, CSV, and clipboard — works with any EHR

Should You Switch?

Stay with Mentalyc if...

  • Therapists who prefer recording sessions
  • Clinicians comfortable with audio-based workflows

Switch to WellNotes if...

  • Clinicians who prefer typing session observations
  • Budget-conscious solo practitioners
  • Practices needing unlimited notes without per-note pricing

How to Switch from Mentalyc

Migration difficulty: easy
1

Sign up for a free WellNotes trial

2

Start generating notes from your next session — no data migration needed

3

Export any notes you need from Mentalyc before cancelling

4

Cancel your Mentalyc subscription

Simple, Predictable Pricing

WellNotes Professional — unlimited notes at $38/mo.

$38/mo

Unlimited clinical notes

  • All 10+ note formats
  • Secure & private
  • PDF & CSV export
  • Voice-to-note
  • 7-day free trial
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Make the Switch Today

Join clinicians who document smarter with WellNotes. Your first 7 days are free.

7-day free trial · Cancel anytime · Secure & private

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WellNotes cheaper than Mentalyc?

Yes. WellNotes offers unlimited notes at $38/mo compared to Mentalyc's $69.99/mo unlimited plan — that's up to $32 in savings every month.

Does WellNotes support session recordings like Mentalyc?

WellNotes uses a text-based workflow where you type brief session observations and get a complete clinical note. Many clinicians prefer this approach because it's faster and doesn't require recording sessions.

Can I use the same note formats I used in Mentalyc?

Yes. WellNotes supports SOAP, DAP, BIRP, and many additional formats including Treatment Plans, Intake Assessments, and Group Therapy Notes.

Is WellNotes secure?

Yes. WellNotes is fully secure and private. Session data is processed securely, encrypted in transit and at rest, and never stored on your device.