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BetterHelp

Overall Rating

4.7

3120 Customer Reviews

Summary

BetterHelp is an online counseling platform that will pair you with a professionally licensed counselor. Access to counseling can be scheduled at any time, anywhere, and through any smart device. The efficacy of BetterHelp is linked to provider skill and intervention protocols, but there are some drawbacks if you fall into certain categories of needs and it’s not covered by your insurance provider.

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4.7 Stars out of 3120 Reviews
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Posted on May 7, 2021

BetterHelp has been great

By Christen A., Indianapolis, IN, Verified Reviewer

I love the convenience that BetterHelp offers. The ability to see the counselors credentials is also super helpful. The journaling and group therapy options are also great tools that can help on the mental health journey.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Convenient

Variety of tools

Cost-effective

No in-person option

Occasional technology issues

Posted on May 7, 2021

Instant online therapy

By Tatiana Z., Greece, Verified Reviewer

The moment I realized I needed help from an expert phycologist and logged in the app, I already felt a little bit better. It is the most useful thing you can do for yourself. Be patient to find the right professional for you and a new life is ahead of you.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Flexibility

Online diary

Short term sessions

Posted on May 7, 2021

A blessing

By Diana C. , Miami, FL

I wasn’t so sure about it, but through research and experience, have found BetterHelp to be a legitimate resource for therapy. I am incredibly happy with my matched therapist, and at the same appreciate the variety and accuracy of their initial questionnaire.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

My therapist

Convenient

Easy to use

Sometimes the interface can look choppy during calls

Not being able to schedule more than 1 week out

Posted on May 7, 2021

What a relief!

By Jim H., Honolulu, HI, Verified Reviewer

There was an anxious time to wait before I was assigned a counselor, but there he was with sharing our tastes and also a similarity of personalities of my big brother so that we both clicked and I was at ease to explain my life story - both triumphs and troubles right away!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

The ease of communication

The advice and suggestions help

The kindness he gave me

A future to behold and not shun

The anxiety before the sessions

Posted on May 6, 2021

Don't wait!

By E P. , Minneapolis, MN

It took me a while to finally decide to make time for this, but the counseling I've received has made it so worthwhile. It took less than an hour after registering for me to be matched to a therapist and I was able to get in for my first appointment within a week!

I think BetterHelp's entrance questions really help find a counselor who will be a good fit for each individual, and I know I never felt able to ask those sorts of questions about the therapists covered by my insurance company.

I appreciate that BetterHelp has a discount fee that is easy to apply for and results are instantaneous. Don't let the cost stop you from taking care of yourself, especially regarding your mental health.

The counselor is fantastic! I really appreciate her genuine care and her flexibility with appointment times. Response times for questing or comments is also really quick; I know she will respond to me within a couple of hours at the longest, but usually, it is less than 30 minutes!

If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health, make BetterHelp a priority. I'm so glad I did.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Quick response from counselor

Flexible scheduling of appointment times

The counselor has ample experience and training

Sliding fee scale

Doesn't take insurance

Posted on May 6, 2021

Pretty convenient

By Dorreon S. J. , Los Angeles, CA

Love the speed of it all and the thoroughness that still exists. Great price. Feel as though I’m really getting to the root of my needs. My match happed to be extremely helpful and fits my needs rather well.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Convenience

Counselors

Price

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 6, 2021

Great for my nomadic lifestyle

By Rachel J., Bay St. Louis, MS, Verified Reviewer

I love being able to chat with my counselor whenever I need anything as well as schedule sessions. I also like the journal option, I keep a handwritten journal but I like to keep notes on the app.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Can be used anywhere

Reasonable prices for services

I really like my counselor

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 6, 2021

BetterHelp is the perfect name!

By Emily P., Fort Lauderdale, FL, Verified Reviewer

I have referred a couple of friends to them. My counselor has been a tremendous help to me. Working through a lot of issues from my past. Love that I don't have to go to someone's office. I feel comfortable talking to her from my own couch. Very happy I heard about them.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Ability to see someone online.

I was assigned someone originally that I did not like from reading his info, I was able to pick someone myself from a list.

Just about everything.

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 6, 2021

Extremely helpful.

By Lee G., Portsmouth, England, Verified Reviewer

I have always avoided therapy due to cost. I was a little apprehensive about joining BetterHelp as the cost was low. I am so glad I was wrong. The cost is low, but the counselor I talk with is professional, friendly, and very helpful.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Ease of use

Professional staff

Cost

Need an internet connection

Posted on May 5, 2021

Helps me to feel better

By Loretta D., Chicago, IL, Verified Reviewer

I am new with BetterHelp and have only had 2 sessions but I do feel that it is helpful. You have multiple ways of speaking with your counselor and you get to schedule your sessions when it’s convenient for you. So far so good!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Having multiple ways of doing the sessions

Flexible

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 5, 2021

Better help, better you!

By Charnise L. , California

BetterHelp has been a great opportunity for growth, reflection, and a place to gain understanding and process feeling during these unprecedented times. I would recommend it to everyone.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

The webinars

Talking to the therapist

Being about to communicate at anytime via text to the therapist

The scheduling

Posted on May 5, 2021

10/10 would recommend

By L T. , Texas

I highly recommend BetterHelp. I kept hearing about it on podcasts and finally bit the bullet and joined. I’ve been loving it for the past 4 months. I look forward to my weekly sessions and am so grateful that this platform exists. It’s easy to navigate. The groupinars are great. Messaging and scheduling with your counselor is a breeze and bonus features like journaling, goals, and worksheets are awesome. It has helped with my manic depression, anxiety, and coping during Covid. Early on I decided to switch counselors and that was incredibly easy and stress-free which was nice.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Communication

Features

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 5, 2021

Life-changing

By Stephanie C. , Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

I have a very dedicated counselor who really understands me and my needs. With his help I have grown so much and achieved so many goals I have been striving for. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a counselor, this platform allows for regular chats with your counselor along with one proper session a week.

Length of Use: 1–2 years

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Simple to use

Beyond helpful to self understanding and love

Great counselor to fit my needs

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 5, 2021

My counselor is a great fit for my issue and personality

By Angie W. , Chicago, IL

The BetterHelp platform made it easy and comforting to finally get the talk therapy I really needed. Looking forward to many more sessions. Thank you!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

The questions that help identify the type of counselor for me

Ease of scheduling

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 5, 2021

Newbie status

By Melissa L., Weaver, AL, Verified Reviewer

I've been with BetterHelp for almost 2 weeks and can see that I'm making progress mentally. I can't say all my issues are fixed, but I have hope that I will overcome them someday. I think it helps that I have a drive to better myself. I've gotten to the point that I've accepted there's something wrong with me and there IS hope. I'm so thankful that BetterHelp was an option for me. They are convenient and completely helpful and communicative. They genuinely seem like they want to help your chances to a better life.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Thorough

Convenient

User-friendly

Communicative

Genuine

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 4, 2021

BetterHelp, better life

By Elizabeth S., Monongahela, PA, Verified Reviewer

I was skeptical about BetterHelp. Even more so about the therapist I may be paired with. But I am no longer skeptical. If you’ve been thinking about therapy, but are scared or don’t know where to start, try BetterHelp.

My therapist is absolutely amazing. She listens, is so knowledgeable, helps me make sense of my trauma, offers steps I can take to help facilitate healing (that are actually easy to incorporate into everyday life), and most importantly (at least to me), talks to me like a friend.

The app is pretty great too. I’m able to message my therapist anytime, which is so helpful, especially on bad days. You can journal (there are topics if you have trouble thinking about what to write) and worksheets. Seriously, give it a shot. Best decision I’ve ever made.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

My therapist is amazing.

Ease of use of app.

Able to message my therapist anytime.

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 3, 2021

BetterHelp is efficient and flexible therapy

By Lawrence A., United Kingdom, Verified Reviewer

I've used talking therapy to manage various moments in my life or work on a mindset I didn't like including anxiety and depression. As such I'm familiar with the vocabulary and objective thinking that is a core part of counseling. BetterHelp is excellent because it's an affordable way to jump straight into an issue and manage like you would a sprain or limp, rather than leaving it to turn into total paralysis.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Affordable

Efficient

Professional

Technology

Posted on May 3, 2021

Positive therapy experience

By Aneeva W., Chicago, IL, Verified Reviewer

Very pleased so far. My counselor is attentive, on time, and addresses my needs, and allows me to work through the process of the things I need to address.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Ease of use

Experience of therapist

Attention to detail

Cost of service

Posted on May 3, 2021

Great service

By Monty H. , Columbia, MO

I knew I needed to talk to someone and came across BetterHelp. After researching them I made the decision to sign up. The app asked great questions and is designed to really set you up with someone you can talk to. Easy to navigate and I had a therapist fairly quickly.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Easy navigation

Appropriate questions

My therapist

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 3, 2021

So helpful, so complimentary to my lifestyle

By Dianne P. , Salem, OR

BetterHelp not only offers groupinars that are really positive, empowering sources of information, but allows a client to chat with their counselor if they can't pick up the phone or laptop for a session. I have experienced respect, attentiveness, concern for my needs, and empowerment in their counseling. If a person wants to get well and live a happy life then I would say this service is useful in reaching that goal.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Accessibility

Connection to others around the world with similar hurts via groupinars

Kind counselors

Sometimes the video connection is in and out for unknown reasons

Posted on May 3, 2021

Help immediately

By Allie H. , Coffeyville, KS

I like that my counselor is attentive to what I am feeling and tries to give me tools that will help right now. It is very time-sensitive, you don't have to have numerous counseling sessions before getting suggestions to help with your life.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Easy to access

Response is immediate

Time is critical and not taken for granted

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 3, 2021

If you haven't tried therapy before, you must give BetterHelp a try!

By Janki P., Gilroy, CA, Verified Reviewer

My overall experience with BetterHelp has been wonderful! This was my first time trying therapy and BetterHelp has been such an accessible and affordable platform to try as a first-time user. I appreciate the affordable rates and wide range of therapists from different areas of expertise, as well as various counseling options offered under this platform. Not only is it easy to find and trust the therapist you're working with, but you also have the option of changing your therapist at any time, which I initially did three times, before landing the therapist I am working with right now. It is a lot easier than most people think and it's affordable as well. Give it a try! You will not be disappointed.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Affordability

Range of therapists from different backgrounds and fields of expertise

User platform and communication options for therapy

It is not compatible with my insurance provider

Posted on May 2, 2021

Healing feels great

By Kripa K. , Dallas, TX

I was hesitant to try counseling at first but one of my friends suggested that I try it because I wasn’t having a good relationship with my husband. Only after 2 sessions I was able to see where things have been different. The counseling has been great so far and the app is super easy to navigate and use. My counselor is very supportive and respectful. She answers my questions outside of my sessions and checks on me. She is amazing and I love this service so so much.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

The counselor

The video and sound quality of the app

Reminders before the appointment

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 2, 2021

Great counseling

By Cheryl S. , Fort Worth, TX

I have been in counseling for a couple of months now and I would highly recommend BetterHelp. I like the FaceTime counseling and the unlimited testing. My counselor has been so accommodating and insightful. BetterHelp has a great system in my opinion. I couldn’t have done it if I had to go to their office.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Good advice

Excellent counselor

Convenience

Not being in person

Posted on May 1, 2021

Amazing

By Cara F. , New York

I found it very helpful, this is an exceptional counseling service. You get responses back from your emails within 24 hours. They assist you financially with the counseling. And the best thing is that they let you choose your counselor and I found it helpful because or their expertise and the amount of time they've been doing this. And I found it very helpful to have a part in picking your counselor, not just to sign somebody.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

The broad choice of counselors and their profile

They help you with financial assistance but to help pay for the counseling sessions

I get an email back within 24 hours of sending a message which is incredible

I wish you could pay weekly

Posted on May 1, 2021

Don’t give up hope?

By Kandra M. , Carrollton, TX

So far, my experience with BetterHelp has been awesome, no matter what your urgency of counseling is, once you give your preferences for counseling you are paired with someone almost instantly. You can send your counselor messages between sessions and they will answer you back as promptly as possible. I couldn’t ask for a better medium for counseling than BetterHelp.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

No “pros” were specified in this review

Not being able to meet in person

Posted on May 1, 2021

Worth it

By Danielle B. , Oregon

It's helped me personally so much. I have several autoimmune disorders, 3 kids, and my husband has a rotating work schedule so it's difficult for me to plan appointments, especially reoccurring ones, so having the ability to do it in the room while the kids are watching something, and if I'm having a hard physical day (autoimmune) I can still make the appointment.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Convenient

Price

Easy to match with a good therapist

Connection issues

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