I found it hard to believe that BetterHelp could offer the connection needed to establish trust with a therapist. To me, I didn't think it was possible to effectively substitute an in-person session because you can lose certain qualities when you're limited to video. However, I was pleasantly surprised.
I was matched with an excellent therapist on my first try. She has a warm personality that allowed for an almost instant connection. I feel respected, listened to, and all in the comfort of my own home - which is a total win!
I used to get annoyed hearing BetterHelp ads while listening to my favorite podcasts, but after I finally tried it, I have found myself actively telling all of my friends about how much I am amazed by the service.
I work full time and I'm a full-time adult college student, I know how important mental health is, but getting to an in-person therapy session just wasn't a possibility. It was way too easy to make excuses as to why I couldn't start going to therapy. BetterHelp solved that issue because it brings the session to the comfort of my home on my schedule, which helps eliminate excuses!
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
It is all in the comfort of my own home (or wherever I may be!)
The accessibility is a major plus
Great website and app layout - easy to use
It's reasonably priced considering the service, but it's still an investment