anyone use betterhelp?

Jul 16, 2020 at 07:35 AM

has anyone used (or still use) betterhelp? (the online therapy site advertised here?)

signed up to it once and got as far as being refered a therapist, but then realised you had to pay for it so had to leave

sadly my financial situation can't support subscription services (which is why I also can't use netflix or spotify)

peaches45 · Jul 16, 2020 at 07:42 AM

I signed up for it. They connected me with a T he replied back he couldn't help me to find someone else. Feel a bit rejected

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by peaches45

I signed up for it. They connected me with a T he replied back he couldn't help me to find someone else. Feel a bit rejected

Well, that is really weird!

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 09:43 AM

There's 7 Cups of Tea. The initial guidance is free, but then they push for you to pay to see a therapist. And it's not cheap. If I'm going to pay for a therapist, I'd pay to see one in person. Although, in these times everything has changed.

peaches45 · Jul 16, 2020 at 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by BethRags

Well, that is really weird!

Thats what I thought. So, I am having very mixed emotions today

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by peaches45

Thats what I thought. So, I am having very mixed emotions today

Did he give you a reason?

peaches45 · Jul 16, 2020 at 09:52 AM

I was beyond his expertise

Jul 16, 2020 at 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by BethRags

There's 7 Cups of Tea. The initial guidance is free, but then they push for you to pay to see a therapist. And it's not cheap. If I'm going to pay for a therapist, I'd pay to see one in person. Although, in these times everything has changed.

I've used the free listener service a few times

in my experience anyway, not everyone their has interest in listening to you (their are some good listeners, but not many)

I have also used blah therapy's listening service

complete waste of time

a lot of people who go on that site... shouldn't be going on a therapy site. I'll leave it at that. it's sad

Jul 16, 2020 at 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by peaches45

I signed up for it. They connected me with a T he replied back he couldn't help me to find someone else. Feel a bit rejected

this is how I feel sometimes

10 therapists later and I'm still no closer to genuin, proper help

peaches45 · Jul 16, 2020 at 10:26 AM

I choose the Better Help because I dont want to do a face to face therapy session. I feel face to face is going to be a waste of my time. I don't like to open up to people especially a stranger but, that is just my personal preference. The last couple of days have been pure hell. I just want to sleep and cry

Jul 16, 2020 at 11:18 AM

It’s how I met my therapist! We really hit it off and when I couldn’t afford it anymore he switched us to a private setup through email and I pay him a small fee monthly. It’s great for what it is but it’s so expensive.

Fuzzybear · Jul 16, 2020 at 11:37 AM

I have not used this. A good friend tried 7 cups of tea and paid for a therapist through it. Left a negative review which was not published.

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by peaches45

I was beyond his expertise

Whenever a therapist gives that reason, I have to wonder. I mean...who does fit into their little category? I guess someone who only needs a few sessions of CBT or something, not someone who needs long-term therapy.

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Fuzzybear

I have not used this. A good friend tried 7 cups of tea and paid for a therapist through it. Left a negative review which was not published.

I'm glad you gave us that warning, Fuzzy!

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MarcusAurelius

It’s how I met my therapist! We really hit it off and when I couldn’t afford it anymore he switched us to a private setup through email and I pay him a small fee monthly. It’s great for what it is but it’s so expensive.

What does he charge you for the private set-up?

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by peaches45

I choose the Better Help because I dont want to do a face to face therapy session. I feel face to face is going to be a waste of my time. I don't like to open up to people especially a stranger but, that is just my personal preference. The last couple of days have been pure hell. I just want to sleep and cry

I'm so sorry, peaches

Jul 16, 2020 at 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BethRags

What does he charge you for the private set-up?

It varies — he knows my situation at all times and sometimes it’s “credit” (he does it for free), or when I have some money $25-50 per month.He’s definitely deserving of a lot more but it’s affordable for me. Right now it’s pro bono until I get on my feet, he insists that I wait a month or two before I start paying again. He’s very understanding

*Beth* · Jul 16, 2020 at 01:22 PM

That's really excellent! I don't imagine there are any in-person therapists who would charge such a low price.

sadp8r · Jul 21, 2020 at 11:11 PM

Yes I was able to use better help for several months ...it actually helped alot I had a wonderful counselor ....tho I wasn't able to afford it anymore either
I do recommend it if to people if they are able to use it it is a very good helpful resource
I'm sorry You weren't able to use it ....I also wish I was able to afford it again
I am Grateful everyday for PsychCentral though
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Anonymous32451 Guest Posts: n/a	Jul 16, 2020 at 07:35 AM #1 has anyone used (or still use) betterhelp? (the online therapy site advertised here?) signed up to it once and got as far as being refered a therapist, but then realised you had to pay for it so had to leave sadly my financial situation can't support subscription services (which is why I also can't use netflix or spotify)
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peaches45 Junior Member Member Since Jul 2020 Location: pa Posts: 18 3 2 hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 07:42 AM #2 I signed up for it. They connected me with a T he replied back he couldn't help me to find someone else. Feel a bit rejected __________________ Peaches45
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Beth catches the flowers Member Since Jul 2019 Location: Downtown Vibes, California Posts: 15,701 (SuperPoster!) 4 23.7k hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 09:43 AM #4 There's 7 Cups of Tea. The initial guidance is free, but then they push for you to pay to see a therapist. And it's not cheap. If I'm going to pay for a therapist, I'd pay to see one in person. Although, in these times everything has changed. __________________
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peaches45 Junior Member Member Since Jul 2020 Location: pa Posts: 18 3 2 hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 09:52 AM #7 I was beyond his expertise __________________ Peaches45
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peaches45 Junior Member Member Since Jul 2020 Location: pa Posts: 18 3 2 hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 10:26 AM #10 I choose the Better Help because I dont want to do a face to face therapy session. I feel face to face is going to be a waste of my time. I don't like to open up to people especially a stranger but, that is just my personal preference. The last couple of days have been pure hell. I just want to sleep and cry __________________ Peaches45
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Anonymous328112 Guest Posts: n/a	Jul 16, 2020 at 11:18 AM #11 It’s how I met my therapist! We really hit it off and when I couldn’t afford it anymore he switched us to a private setup through email and I pay him a small fee monthly. It’s great for what it is but it’s so expensive.
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Fuzzybear Wisest Elder Ever Member Since Nov 2002 Location: Cave. Posts: 96,406 (SuperPoster!) 21 81.4k hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 11:37 AM #12 I have not used this. A good friend tried 7 cups of tea and paid for a therapist through it. Left a negative review which was not published. __________________
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Beth catches the flowers Member Since Jul 2019 Location: Downtown Vibes, California Posts: 15,701 (SuperPoster!) 4 23.7k hugs given	Jul 16, 2020 at 01:22 PM #18 That's really excellent! I don't imagine there are any in-person therapists who would charge such a low price. __________________
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