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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
5 Star:86% 4 Star:7% 3 Star:0% 2 Star:0% 1 Star:4%
95% Recommend This Service
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Posted on Dec 28, 2021

Mind at ease

By Jay C., Colorado Springs, CO, Verified Reviewer

I've had a great time using the app and my counselor is very helpful, it is easy to use and confidential. I know I'm feeling better, doing better, and that is because of BetterHelp. Very thankful.

Length of Use: 1–2 years

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

Pros and Cons

Good counselor

Confidential

Easy to use

Professional

Calming

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 27, 2021

Amazing therapy platform despite being online

By Miha I., Toronto, Canada, Verified Reviewer

I am very surprised by how professional this platform is. I did not expect it to be this serious since it was an online application but it turned out that I was able to receive the best help throughout my therapy journey.

The therapists are licensed and their profiles are customized to client needs. The team is also very attentive and responsive. You feel like you are being supported by an entire system that, really, wants you to be okay and do well. I enjoyed it a lot, the pricing was quite well too, considering the top-notch therapy service I received.

If you are suffering through anything and need someone to hold your hand, I'd recommend coming here instead of searching through books of therapists and endless web pages. Thank you BetterHelp!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Therapists are tailored by expertise to the issue I am dealing with

Session reminders are thorough and kindly worded

The platform is user-friendly and instructions are easy to follow

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 27, 2021

Love BetterHelp!

By K E., Elgin, TX, Verified Reviewer

I used to dread therapy. I'm socially anxious, along with a whole slew of other issues. So going to a therapist has always been an unpleasant experience. Thanks to BetterHelp, I can stay in my comfort zone and not have to go anywhere. And they are awesome! If you need or want a different therapist, you can change therapists, customer service is awesome, and I think it's awesome what they are doing.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

I can stay at home

Ability to change therapists if needed

Customer service is on point

Price

Posted on Dec 27, 2021

First time user

By Hayley H., Amarillo, TX, Verified Reviewer

Like most who have found BetterHelp, this was my first experience with a therapist. I was surprised at how well they are able to accommodate needs. For example, they had ways of getting financial help, which I was extremely grateful for. They matched me with a therapist that had experience with my specific problems and needs and did so very quickly.

Along with being able to text chat at any time, there’s a lot of availability to have live sessions as well and you can choose between text, call, or FaceTime. And though I haven’t needed to, there’s the option to change therapist if your first doesn’t work out. They send multiple notifications so I always know when my therapist has responded.

And in regards to my specific therapist, she is absolutely wonderful. She’s a great listener who is so understanding and patient. She’s really helped me shift my thinking in a positive direction and understand myself and others better. Would definitely recommend BetterHelp!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

They check in on you often

There’s a lot of accommodations, they do what they can to fit your needs

Multiple options of how to communicate with your therapist

Not knowing my therapists schedule

Sometimes the chat boxes are a bit glitchy

They charge every 4 weeks rather than weekly

Posted on Dec 27, 2021

Right place, right time, right service

By Patrick J., Denver, CO, Verified Reviewer

I'd all but given up on therapy for me – bad matches, uncomfortable moments in person, etc. But I was at a point where I needed to try. And I was referred to BetterHelp. From the first interaction, it was great. I loved the personality work upfront to help find the right match. I've been incredibly happy with not only my therapist, but the interface. I can schedule when I want and as often as I feel I need. They prompt me to journal. It's been great!

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

Ease of use

Personalization

How well they matched me to the right therapist

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 27, 2021

The best

By Seungki P., Toronto, Canada, Verified Reviewer

Listening skills. Empathy and understanding. A non-judgemental attitude. Patience and a calm manner. Ability to cope with emotional situations. Ability to relate to and adapt communication style to suit a wide range of people.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

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

Pros and Cons

The best

Kind

Generous

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 23, 2021

Excellent, helpful service

By Wendy D., Staffordshire, United Kingdom, Verified Reviewer

I found BetterHelp because I googled "grief counseling". They got back to my initial request quickly. The online form I filled in helped to find the counselor who best met my needs. I found it helpful to be completely honest about my feelings and why I needed counseling. I was matched to a counselor quickly and she has turned out to be just the right person.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

The swiftness of response

The care taken to find the right counselor

Being able to choose my counseling time

If I'm honest, the cost, but it's been worth it

Posted on Dec 23, 2021

Great opportunity for affordable therapy

By Colleen H., New York, NY, Verified Reviewer

I started receiving services from BetterHelp in 2019 because video conferencing was most suitable for my changing work schedule and office location. Come 2020, I was so glad I was already receiving services remotely. It’s been so important to take care of my mental health, while remembering that there’s nothing wrong with me! As times constantly change, I realize how much I need and appreciate having something objective to discuss things with and receive guidance and have an outlet.

I recommend BetterHelp to anyone going through a tough time or just needing someone to talk to. In comparison to in-person services, it’s very affordable and much more flexible.

Length of Use: 2+ years

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

Pros and Cons

Flexibility

Remote

Comfortable

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 22, 2021

Content

By Jan Olaf R., Krabi, Thailand, Verified Reviewer

For me it's great. I can be 100% honest because it will not interfere with my relations with other doctors I use. I like this, searching my soul, my brain, behavior, etc.

Nice person too.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

For me it's self-explanatory - learn, study, develop, knowledge, escalate

More knowledge

More then one therapist

More video conference

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Posted on Dec 22, 2021

Decent experience, broad spectrum of interactive classes, good therapists

By Majenna R., Florida, Verified Reviewer

I tried the classes before I got matched with a therapist and they were very informative and had a broad spectrum of courses to listen to.

My only complaint about the classes is how hard it is to ask questions and get answers from the therapist conducting them, but is also understandable with some of them having an overwhelming amount of people on.

I got matched with one therapist and have been with her since I started, overall one of the best therapists I've had. She is addressing most of what I'm wanting.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

More than just therapist interaction

Takes your setup of what you want to match you to a therapist best fit for you

Multiple outlets such as text, call, and video chat

Hard to interact in classes

No notes section to save in the classes so you have to have pen and pencil or get out of the class and take them on your phone

Doesn't notify my therapist right away when I text her

Posted on Dec 16, 2021

Good

By Dianys M., Boston, MA, Verified Reviewer

BetterHelp is a good platform. It has helped me in having the opportunity to vent to someone who is non-judgemental working with family issues. But the only thing is they don’t take health insurance yet.

Length of Use: 1–2 years

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

Pros and Cons

Text any time

Journal entry

Financial aid

Don’t take insurance

Posted on Dec 16, 2021

Lots of angles and comfortable options for help

By Danielle S., Atlanta, GA, Verified Reviewer

The therapist that I was matched to is perfect for me! She is patient, warm, and very understanding. She has helped me so much on my mental health journey within 3 short months. I never imagined this much progress so quickly! And there are also plenty of real-time webinars available (with a wide variety of topics available) that are super helpful!

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

Flexibility

Quickness of matching with a therapist

Precise matching with a therapist

Cost, a little pricey for my family, my husband is interested in joining but the two of us would be $500 a month

Posted on Dec 16, 2021

Easy and low pressure

By Sophia L., Boone, NC, Verified Reviewer

I love having the freedom to choose how I want to do my therapy sessions as well as 24/7 texting with my therapist. My therapist is great and the program is user-friendly.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Accessibility

Convenience

Price

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 16, 2021

Excellent

By Kathryn T., United Kingdom, Verified Reviewer

I have found this to be helpful with having the support of a therapist and what BetterHelp also offers in terms of the groupinars. A variety of topics offered, which help give insight and understanding.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Professional therapist

Accessibility

Groupinars

Only therapy sessions offered 2 weeks apart

Missed registered groupinars not always accessible if days have gone by

Posted on Dec 16, 2021

Great experience

By Billy K., Auckland, New Zealand, Verified Reviewer

A consistently positive experience. You have to invest a bit of work in the selection of therapists, since of course, not every therapist is the same for you, but BetterHelp makes it very easy for you to find a suitable therapist.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Accessibility

Selection

Quality of the therapists

Makes it easy for you to change the therapist

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

Therapy 2021

By Elizabeth M., Florida, Verified Reviewer

As someone overwhelmed at times by life, work, and feelings, therapy has offered a safe space to communicate with the only goal of me becoming a better version of myself. This I do with the patience and guidance of a very capable and intelligent therapist that I appreciate very very much.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

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

Pros and Cons

Can do therapy from my phone

Not just during the session, can write to my therapist at any time

Also many seminars if you choose to

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

A godsend

By Jennifer F., Chicago, IL, Verified Reviewer

I've just started my online therapy, but I am deeply appreciative of what this kind of service can offer. It's comforting and calming and clarifying to be able to correspond without limitation via the email function so that I can take my time explaining the backstory of my issues to my new therapist. And I am also very much at ease with the online visits; it's less daunting to be able to sit in my own chair in my own home and not have to go somewhere else and be in a foreign environment when I feel so vulnerable anyway. Five stars.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

The unlimited written correspondence and ability to meet on video

My counselor's thoughtful feedback and kindness

The cost and convenience

The time it took to set up the first video (but holidays, I get it)

A little leery about privacy, it feels a little scary to write things down and speak on camera

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

Rev Reid and BetterHelp are incredible

By Julia U., Raleigh, NC, Verified Reviewer

Best therapy service I have ever used, virtual or in real life. I was matched promptly and successfully with the greatest therapist I have ever talked to.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

Live access at any moment of the day

A variety of mediums I could communicate through

My therapist was incredible

How expensive it is

That it is not covered by health insurance

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

Wonderful experience

By Joseph L., Exton, PA, Verified Reviewer

I wasn’t sure what to expect using this service but I have been pleasantly surprised and will continue to use BetterHelp for my therapy.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Timely response

Active listening

Friendly therapist

Not face to face

Time goes by quickly

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

BetterHelp is wonderful

By Bria R., Durham, NC, Verified Reviewer

I appreciate the ability to tailor your therapist to fit any needs you may have. This service has wonderful reminder features as well as very knowledgeable and attentive therapists. I have had a great experience with BetterHelp.

Length of Use: 6–12 months

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

Pros and Cons

My therapist

The different options for conversing

The journal feature and prompts

The price

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

Great service

By Samantha M., New York City, NY, Verified Reviewer

The therapists are professional and have great experience. BetterHelp has helped me get mental health services without the hassle of dealing with insurance or going to an office. This is the type of healthcare that works best for me, and I recommend it to everyone.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

Variety of therapists with different backgrounds

Not dealing with health insurance/transparent payment plans

Assistance through the app is easy to figure out

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 15, 2021

Late start

By C G., Florida, Verified Reviewer

I joined BetterHelp and it took 3 months to find a therapist that I was truly able to talk to without wanting to guard myself. It's difficult at first to find someone that will understand where you're coming from, but BetterHelp is a great catalyst to finding acceptance in yourself because they really do care that you find peace. I'm happy and better with BetterHelp.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

The ability to change therapists

Video chats

The workshops

Having to sift through therapists

Sometimes I don't register as online

Limited time slots for sessions

Posted on Dec 14, 2021

Wonderful service!

By Ruth M., Raleigh, NC, Verified Reviewer

It is so nice to be able to contact my counselor whenever I need her instead of having to set up an appointment over the phone for an in-person time. I love how timely she gets back to me as well! This service is absolutely wonderful and I will not be going back to another in-person counselor. Well worth it!

Length of Use: 6–12 months

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

Posted on Dec 14, 2021

BetterHelp

By Lynn C., Auckland, New Zealand, Verified Reviewer

My experience with BetterHelp has exceeded all my expectations. I was unsure what to expect but it is prompt and easy to use. Amanda, my therapist, is absolutely excellent. She listens so well and her insights are so very helpful. I am far away from home, being an immigrant, and I am very grateful to have Amanda’s support. I can not recommend her enough.

Length of Use: 3–6 months

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

Pros and Cons

Easy to use

Effective

Excellent therapist

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on Dec 6, 2021

Accessible therapy

By Maggie M., Arlington Heights, IL, Verified Reviewer

I have really benefited from BetterHelp! It has made therapy more accessible, more affordable, and has helped keep me accountable in my healing process.

Length of Use: 1–2 years

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

Pros and Cons

Easy to use

Affordable

Helpful

Can’t change the initial bio/write-up I made about myself, which seems really out of date now

Posted on Dec 5, 2021

Helped me in many ways

By Albert R., Saudi Arabia, Verified Reviewer

It's a great experience. I enjoyed the therapist I got, and it helped me get away from many dark places. This site helped a lot. Anyone that wants some help I would recommend it 100%.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

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

Pros and Cons

Reliable

Supportive to their people

So nice and gentle

Site sometimes has problems

Sometimes notifications don't make any sound

Calls also sometimes lag out or not work

Posted on Dec 5, 2021

Great experience!

By Mo S., Pennsylvania, Verified Reviewer

BetterHelp has been convenient and has allowed me to maintain therapy sessions. I was able to find a therapist that is the right match for me. I don’t think I’ll ever return to traditional therapy sessions in an office. I love my therapeutic experience!

Length of Use: 6–12 months

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

Pros and Cons

Convenience of having sessions while home

Ability to schedule own sessions based on availability

Ability to find a therapist that matches needs

Inability to schedule more than one session

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