Price?
Asked by Janet
Answered
04/09/2021
Thanks for your question.
Betterhelp cost can vary depending on several factors. Our online therapy platform offers various subscriptions for online therapy services for its members. Betterhelp provides financial assistance for therapy sessions as well. We want to make online counseling affordable. Each type of therapy practice helps you grow as a person. BetterHelp licensed therapists and mental health counselors strive to make online counseling a pleasant and affordable experience, regardless of your medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
How much does therapy cost?
Therapy costs range from $60 to $90 and are billed monthly.
In comparison, seeing in-person mental health professionals costs an average of $75-$150 per session. You can browse the BetterHelp therapist's profiles and find someone who meets your needs based on therapist ability, and type of therapy (i.e couples therapy, grief counseling, addiction counseling) . Once you've selected the online counselor for your needs, it's up to them to determine if you're a client, they can service.
Budgeting for therapy
Anyone can choose to improve their mental health through therapy. Suppose you don't qualify for financial aid, full health insurance coverage, sliding scale therapy or therapy services at a community mental health agency. In that case, you can probably squeeze enough money from your budget to take this vital step. Review your budget for anything you can cut to make room for it. Remember that if you have a short-term or situational problem, this will be a temporary item in your budget.
It would be best if you also considered that therapy might be worth continuing after the reason you started services is resolved. This can be especially helpful if you have a diagnosed mental health condition or want therapy as a supplement to medication management. It can be nice to have continued support from someone who understands what you have been through, and this should be worth considering when budgeting for counseling services (ongoing or not).
Please check out the following link for more information from Betterhelp related to therapy costs:
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/therapy/can-i-afford-to-see-a-counselor-how-much-does-therapy-cost/
I understand cost is a determining factor when it comes to mental health care. Therefore, if this article is not helpful, I encourage you to contact a Betterhelp representative at Phone: (888) 688-9296.
I hope you find this information and link helpful in answering your financial questions and understanding the differences in online vs. in-person therapy costs. Betterhelp is an affordable place to start seeking therapy for your mental health needs. I wish you the best on your mental health journey.
Teisha Levi, LMFT
