Below are some answers to commonly asked questions related to counseling and online therapy.
How do I find a great therapist nearby?
To find a therapist nearby, simply type in your city, state, or zip code in our search bar above and you'll see therapists helping people in your area. With online counseling, you have more flexibility in choosing a therapist best suited for your needs.
Can therapy help?
Just about anyone can benefit from therapy with counselors or psychologists trained in different psychology modalities. Find counselors or a therapist using BetterHelp's online therapy platform and start feeling better and more in control of your life.
Which therapist is the best therapist?
Finding the right therapy or mental health professionals for you can seem overwhelming, but you can narrow down your search by considering what type of therapy or psychology method you’d like to pursue. If you feel like your matched therapist isn’t a right one for you, you can switch therapists at any time. Note that psychologists and psychiatrists do not prescribe medication on the BetterHelp platform.
What's an average wait time for counselors on BetterHelp?
After taking our short questionnaire, you'll be matched with a therapist in about 48 hours. Once matched, you can instantly message and schedule a time with our therapists and counselors for a live session that works for you both. Your therapist may offer CBT, dialectical behavior therapy, positive psychology, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and family therapy.
What does therapy cost?
Traditional face-to-face counseling with a therapist typically costs $150-250 per session, while online therapy with BetterHelp ranges from $65-$100 per week (billed every four weeks) or $260-$400 a month.
What should I ask in therapy?
Consider asking your counselor about your personal goals, triggers, and coping strategies. You can explore relationship patterns, past traumas, and state of your emotional well-being with your therapist in counseling. Learn more about what online therapy with our counselors can do, and how millions of sessions with the therapists at BetterHelp have helped more than 1,845,000 people.
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