Reclaiming My Life After Ending A Toxic Relationship: Kyah’s Story
Experiencing life's ups and downs is often challenging, especially if you’re trying to handle things alone. Therapy can offer a way to regularly connect with a licensed mental health professional so you can express your thoughts and feelings without worrying about judgment. Kyah, a BetterHelp user, found that online therapy was an excellent form of treatment for her struggles with anxiety and a difficult breakup. Online therapy can be a treatment option for a wide variety of mental health concerns.
Kyah's story
Before finding BetterHelp, Kyah had tried in-person therapy but struggled to make it work for her schedule and budget. Online therapy can offer an affordable alternative, empowering you to attend sessions from the comfort of your home at times that work for you. You can communicate with your therapist in different ways, which may be helpful for those who prefer voice or messaging over video sessions.
In Kyah's story, she explains how BetterHelp helped her after a difficult split from a toxic relationship. Her therapist was also able to help her address other mental health concerns, such as general anxiety, helping her lead a happier life.
Kyah's story has been lightly edited for grammar and clarity.
How Kyah found BetterHelp
"I decided to sign up for BetterHelp about six months ago because I was experiencing some depression over a really difficult breakup and general anxiety. I also had some unresolved familial problems I knew I could talk about as well," began Kyah. "I was matched with my counselor, Cynara, and I haven't looked back since. She was the perfect fit for me, and I'm so thankful for her.
"I've been to an in-person counselor before, and while it was helpful, I struggled to get to my appointments with my erratic schedule and low funds. Our appointments went from weekly to every other week to monthly to not at all.
"I'm still thankful I went to an in-person counselor because she opened up doors for me to see therapy as a great tool in healing. However, cost and time kept me from going back to her.
"I learned about BetterHelp through some online research on my own. I listened to a podcast that advertised for Talkspace, a similar therapy company. I looked into their program, and BetterHelp came up in the search. I researched what would be the best fit for me between Talkspace and BetterHelp, and went with BetterHelp, as they have a financial aid program. That definitely made my choice easier."
Kyah's experience with BetterHelp
"I was in a really dark place when I signed up. I was mourning the loss of a toxic relationship and experiencing financial struggles, anxiety, and a slew of other problems. I cried almost every time I opened messages from Cynara or video chatted. It was slow and steady work, but I am in a much better place now.
"Working with Cynara has definitely improved my problem-solving in a healthy way," explained Kyah. "I make better choices and put myself in smarter situations to take care of myself. She's helped me work through a lot of things I had just pushed to the side. She's helped me rebuild my confidence in myself and my choices.
Online therapy is here for you
Many individuals like Kyah have found growth and happiness after starting online therapy.
Benefits of online therapy
At BetterHelp, the world's largest network of licensed and accredited therapists, you can connect with a licensed mental health professional based on your needs and preferences. You can speak to your therapist via video call, phone call, or online chat on any device with an internet connection, and you can attend sessions from the location of your choice, making the experience customizable.
Effectiveness of online therapy
Studies generally show that online therapy can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy. Online therapy can treat many concerns, from depression and anxiety disorders to relationship challenges and self-esteem difficulties.
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