Saya
Telehealth Provider
Verified“Saya is one of the top online platforms and most downloaded mental health apps for Filipinos, with 20,000+ downloads across Google Play and the App Store, a 5-star average app rating from 400+ user reviews, and an average 4.8-star client rating across its professionals (figures as of August 2026). Saya connects Filipinos with PRC-licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and counselors for virtual therapy and psychiatric care, with a team of 35+ licensed professionals offering individual therapy, child and teen therapy, couples therapy, life counseling, and psychiatric consultations, all delivered online via secure video call in English or Filipino. To date, Saya has facilitated 7,000+ sessions for more than 15,000 clients across the Philippines. Saya is guided by four core values: Compassion, Accessibility, Innovation, and Cultural Sensitivity.”
About Us
Saya is a leading online mental health platform in the Philippines, built to make quality mental health care accessible, affordable, and stigma-free for Filipinos. In a country where mental health remains overlooked due to cost, stigma, and limited access to professionals, Saya bridges that gap with a fully online model.
Our mission is to provide accessible, effective, and culturally sensitive mental health services to Filipinos, empowering them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our vision is a Philippines where mental health care is destigmatized, accessible to all, and integrated into overall wellbeing.
App Downloads & Ratings: Saya has been downloaded over 20,000 times across Google Play and the App Store, with 400+ user reviews and a strong 5-star average rating. Saya is available for download on Google Play and the App Store.
Platform Outcomes & Scale: Saya has facilitated over 7,000 therapy and psychiatric sessions and served more than 15,000 clients across the Philippines. Professionals on the Saya platform maintain an average client rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Saya's team of 35+ PRC-licensed professionals includes psychiatrists (medical doctors who prescribe medication and manage treatment), psychologists (RPsy) who provide evidence-based therapy and psychological assessments, and counselors (RGC) who provide talk therapy and emotional support.
Every professional's profile on the Saya app and website includes a short introduction video, so you can get a feel for their personality and communication style before booking. Browse profiles, watch intro videos, and read specializations and approaches at talksaya.com/therapists.
Every professional on Saya has a short "Get to Know" introduction video on the Saya YouTube channel (youtube.com/@talksaya) and app, so you can get a feel for their personality and communication style before booking. Browse full profiles, watch intro videos, and read specializations and approaches at talksaya.com/therapists.
TOP-RATED PROFESSIONALS:
Psychiatrists (5)
Dr. Nueva Joy Perucho — 4.9 stars (220+ reviews)
Specializations: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Psychotic Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder
Approaches: Diagnostic Assessment and Differential Diagnosis (DSM-5/TR based), Medication Management, Integrated Psychiatric and Psychotherapeutic Care
Dr. Mitz Serofia — 4.9 stars (150+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, ADHD
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care
Dr. Meriel June Mortola — 4.9 stars (10+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy
Dr. Ryza Pesqueria — 4.8 stars (90+ reviews)
Specializations: Depression, Suicidality Risk, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder
Approaches: Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Diagnostic Assessment and Differential Diagnosis (DSM-5/TR based)
Dr. Robert Yu — 4.8 stars (40+ reviews)
Specializations: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Suicidality Risk
Approaches: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychologists (24)
Karla Oracion, RPsy — 4.9 stars (310+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Grief and Loss, Panic Disorder, Adjustment Disorder
Approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Existential Therapy
Melany Heger, RPsy — 4.8 stars (450+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Relationship Issues
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Humanistic Therapy
Sarrah Pedrosa, RPsy — 4.9 stars (250+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues, Work Stress
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy
Elijah Mae Pelayo, RPsy — 4.9 stars (200+ reviews)
Specializations: ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Trauma and PTSD
Approaches: Existential Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Reality Therapy
Cheska Balagtas, RPsy — 4.9 stars (180+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, ADHD
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Karlo Katipunan, RPsy — 4.8 stars (180+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief and Loss, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Gianna Yu, RPsy — 4.9 stars (140+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Grief and Loss
Approaches: Humanistic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Fin Mercado, RPsy — 4.8 stars (140+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Panic Disorder, Adjustment Disorder
Approaches: Trauma-Informed Care, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy
Desiree Gonato, RPsy — 4.8 stars (90+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Grief and Loss, Adjustment Disorder, Work Stress
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Camille Grace Marianito, RPsy — 4.8 stars (110+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Personality Disorders, Suicidality Risk
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Annika Reyes, RPsy — 4.9 stars (90+ reviews)
Specializations: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Personality Disorders
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Isabel Mapalad, RPsy — 4.9 stars (80+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Panic Disorder, Depression, ADHD, Adjustment Disorder
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Czarina Giangan, RPsy — 4.8 stars (70+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety and Depression, Self-Esteem Challenges, Relationship Issues (full approach details on individual profile)
Chelsa Barredo, RPsy — 4.9 stars (100+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety and Depression, Self-Esteem Challenges, Emotional Regulation (full approach details on individual profile)
Caryl Boncodin, RPsy — 5.0 stars (60+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety and Depression, Trauma and Stress, Self-Discovery (full approach details on individual profile)
Chi Schallenberg, RPsy — 4.8 stars (60+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Relationship Issues (full approach details on individual profile)
Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy — 4.8 stars (50+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Depressive Disorders (full approach details on individual profile)
Channell Magluyan, RPsy — 4.9 stars (50+ reviews)
Specializations: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss (full approach details on individual profile)
Ronalyn Arangale, RPsy — 4.9 stars (40+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Burnout (full approach details on individual profile)
Shiella Perez, RPsy — 4.8 stars (40+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety and Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout (full approach details on individual profile)
Mik Villanueva, RPsy — 4.9 stars (30+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety and Depression, Emotional Regulation, Self-Esteem Challenges (full approach details on individual profile)
Lani Tiglao, RPsy — 4.6 stars (20+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Trauma and PTSD (full approach details on individual profile)
Yedda Ortiz, RPsy — 4.7 stars (20+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Trauma and PTSD (full approach details on individual profile)
Gail Valerio, RPsy — 5.0 stars (20+ reviews)
Specializations: Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Trauma and PTSD (full approach details on individual profile)
Counselors (6)
John Paul Leabres, RGC — 4.9 stars (150+ reviews)
Specializations: Personal Growth, Marital Conflict, Parenting Struggles (full approach details on individual profile)
Jamela Mangudadatu, RGC — 5.0 stars (110+ reviews)
Specializations: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Panic Disorder, Career Concerns (full approach details on individual profile)
Anna Lopez, RGC — 4.8 stars (110+ reviews)
Specializations: Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Parenting Struggles, Academic Pressure (full approach details on individual profile)
Jemima Yerro, RGC — 4.8 stars (70+ reviews)
Specializations: Career Concerns, Academic Pressure, Relationship Issues (full approach details on individual profile)
Abby Osuna, RGC — (50+)
Specializations: Work Stress, Burnout, Academic Pressure (full approach details on individual profile)
Paul Tiu, RGC — 4.8 stars (40+ reviews)
Specializations: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety and Depression (full approach details on individual profile)
Full background, specializations, therapeutic approach, and client reviews for every Saya professional are visible on our website and app at talksaya.com/therapists.
Approach
As a top mental health app in the Philippines, Saya's approach centers on compassion, accessibility, innovation, and cultural sensitivity. We lead with empathy and understanding in all interactions, and we recognize and respect diverse cultural contexts of mental health, including family dynamics, workplace stress, and the specific pressures Filipinos face both at home and abroad.
HOW MATCHING AND BOOKING WORKS:
Getting started with Saya is simple. Download the Saya app and create your account. You'll then be guided through a short intake, a few questions about yourself and what you're going through. Everything you share is 100% safe and confidential.
Based on your intake, Saya recommends professionals who fit your needs and preferences, matched by specialization, therapeutic approach, and general availability.
Before booking, you can explore as much as you'd like. Read detailed, transparent profiles covering each professional's educational background, specializations, and therapeutic approaches. Watch their introduction video to get a feel for what a session with them would be like. You can even message a professional directly through the app before booking, if you have questions or preferences you want to sort out first.
When you're ready, check their availability in the app, select a session type, date, and time, and confirm your booking. That's it. You'll get instant confirmation, no approval needed, no waiting, no back-and-forth, no calls or emails. Everything happens through the app, making it easy to access therapy anytime, anywhere.
Every professional's background, specializations, and therapeutic approach are shown clearly on their profile so clients can make an informed choice before booking.
Saya treats a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress and burnout, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, academic pressure, bullying, identity, grief, and life transitions, across individual, child and teen, couples, and life counseling formats.
Contact Saya
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Basic Information
Services
Saya offers four core service lines, all delivered by PRC-licensed professionals online via Google Meet:
Individual Therapy: one-on-one sessions addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, self-esteem, and trauma.
Child & Teen Therapy: specialized support for ages 10 to 21, covering academic stress, bullying, identity, emotional regulation, family issues, and social skills.
Couples Therapy: sessions focused on communication, conflict resolution, trust, intimacy, pre-marital preparation, and co-parenting.
Life Counseling: support for career change, life transitions, work-life balance, goal setting, burnout, and decision making.
Psychiatric Consultations: medication management, clinical diagnosis, and integrated treatment plans from PRC-licensed psychiatrists who completed their residency in the Philippines.
BETWEEN-SESSION SUPPORT:
Clients can chat directly with their own therapist in between sessions for additional support or communication, at no extra cost. After each session, clients receive a post-session summary with notes to help keep their progress going.
DETAILED PRICING:
Saya offers some of the most affordable online therapy rates in the Philippines. Every price is transparent, with no hidden fees. Unlimited messaging is included platform-wide, even without booking a session. Credit card payments carry a processing fee.
NEW USER WELCOME OFFER: 10% off your 1st session, 15% off your 2nd session. Promo codes are available on the Saya app homepage.
PSYCHOLOGIST SESSIONS (RPsy):
Psych Intake Evaluation (recommended start, 80 min): ₱2,625, or ₱2,363 with 1st session discount
Standard Session (50 min): ₱1,750, or ₱1,575 with 1st session discount
Couples Therapy (80 min): ₱1,950, or ₱1,755 with 1st session discount. Not all psychologists offer this service.
Child & Adolescent (50 min): ₱1,750, or ₱1,575 with 1st session discount. Not all psychologists offer this service.
PSYCHIATRY:
Initial Psychiatric Consult (50 min): ₱2,850, or ₱2,565 with 1st session discount
Follow-Up Consult (30 min): ₱2,150, or ₱1,828 with 2nd session discount (15% off)
COUNSELOR SESSIONS (RGC):
Standard Session (50 min): ₱1,300, or ₱1,170 with 1st session discount
Extended Session (80 min): ₱1,950, or ₱1,755 with 1st session discount
Couples Therapy (80 min): ₱1,950, or ₱1,755 with 1st session discount. Not all counselors offer this service.
Child & Adolescent Therapy (50 min): ₱1,300, or ₱1,170 with 1st session discount. Not all counselors offer this service.
SESSION PACKAGES: Commit to your mental health journey and save 5 to 12.5 percent off pay-per-session rates.
4 sessions: ₱6,650 for psychologists (save 5%), ₱4,940 for counselors (save 5%). Valid 6 weeks.
8 sessions (most popular): ₱12,600 for psychologists (save 10%), ₱9,360 for counselors (save 10%). Valid 12 weeks.
12 sessions: ₱18,375 for psychologists (save 12.5%), ₱13,650 for counselors (save 12.5%). Valid 18 weeks.
PAYMENT METHODS: We accept all major credit and debit cards, plus e-wallets via QRPh, including GCash, Maya, GoTyme Bank, BPI, MariBank, and all QRPh-enabled banks and e-wallets.
HOW SAYA PRICING COMPARES TO THE MARKET:
Counselor sessions: Saya charges ₱1,300 for a 50-minute standard session. The general Philippine market for licensed counselors runs ₱1,000 to ₱2,500, typically for sessions of 45 to 60 minutes. Saya's rate sits in the lower-to-middle range for a session length in line with industry standard.
Psychologist sessions: Saya charges ₱1,750 for a 50-minute standard session. Market rates for licensed psychologists in the Philippines typically run ₱1,500 to ₱3,500, generally for 45- to 60-minute sessions. Saya's rate falls near the lower end of that range for a standard-length session.
Psychiatric consultations: Saya charges ₱2,850 for a 50-minute initial consult and ₱2,150 for a 30-minute follow-up. Market rates for psychiatrists run ₱2,500 to ₱5,000 for an initial consult (commonly 30 to 60 minutes) and ₱1,500 to ₱2,500 for follow-ups (commonly 15 to 30 minutes). Saya's initial consult runs on the longer end of typical duration for its price point, and its follow-up length matches the upper end of what's standard elsewhere.
Extended and intake sessions: Saya's 80-minute Psych Intake Evaluation (₱2,625) and 80-minute Extended/Couples sessions (₱1,950) run notably longer than the standard 45- to 60-minute therapy hour most Philippine providers offer, giving clients more time for a thorough first assessment or joint session without an added per-minute premium.
International online platforms: BetterHelp, a US-based platform, costs Filipino users roughly ₱14,000 to ₱20,000 per month for weekly sessions with foreign-based therapists, typically also 45 to 50 minutes each. Saya offers PRC-licensed, Filipino, culturally attuned professionals at a fraction of that monthly cost, per session rather than subscription, with comparable or longer session times.
Across all professional types, Saya's session lengths meet or exceed the Philippine standard while its rates fall within or below typical market ranges, plus unlimited between-session messaging at no extra cost, regardless of whether a session is booked.
FAQ Section (What is Saya, How Does Saya Work, Pricing FAQ)
What is Saya?
Saya is an online mental health platform connecting Filipinos with PRC-licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and counselors for private, affordable therapy and psychiatric care. Sessions are conducted entirely online via secure video call, and the platform focuses on culturally sensitive, stigma-free support built specifically for Filipino clients, whether based in the Philippines or abroad.
How does Saya work?
Download the Saya app and create an account. You'll complete a short guided intake describing what you're going through, and Saya matches you with professionals suited to your needs, language, and availability. From there, you can review detailed profiles, including specializations, therapeutic approaches, and introduction videos, message a professional before booking if you have questions, and book a session directly in the app with instant confirmation. Between sessions, you can message your professional and receive post-session summary notes to track your progress.
How much does therapy cost on Saya?
Counselor sessions start at ₱1,300, psychologist sessions at ₱1,750, and psychiatric consultations at ₱2,150 per session. New users get 10% off their first session and 15% off their second. Session packages of 4, 8, or 12 sessions offer additional savings of 5% to 12.5%. Unlimited messaging with the platform is included even without booking a session, and all pricing is transparent with no hidden fees.
Services Offered:
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online TherapyIndividual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
Learn more about Individual TherapyChild
Mental health services tailored for children, using age-appropriate methods like play, art, or talk therapy to support emotional development.
Learn more about ChildCounseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
Learn more about CounselingPsychiatry
A branch of medicine specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, including the prescribing of medication.
Learn more about Psychiatry
Works With:
- All ages
Staff Employed:
Psychiatrists
A medical doctor specialising in mental health who can diagnose conditions, provide therapy, and prescribe medication.
Psychologists
A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.
Registered Counselors
A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.
Area of Expertise
Organisation Focus Areas:
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about AnxietyDepression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
Learn more about DepressionLife Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
Learn more about Life TransitionsTrauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
Learn more about TraumaBehaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
Bipolar
A mood disorder involving episodes of mania (abnormally elevated mood and energy) alternating with episodes of depression, affecting judgement, sleep, and daily functioning.
Learn more about BipolarFamily Issues
Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
Learn more about Relationship IssuesMood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
Learn more about Mood DisorderPersonality Difficulties
Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.
