Great for clients, underpay therapists - Licensed Professional Counselor BetterHelp Employee Review

2.0
20 Aug 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

BetterHelp is a flexible and affordable alternative to using insurance for therapy. The platform offers access to many licensed therapists, and clients can choose video, phone, or chat sessions—giving them the variety and convenience to connect in the way that best fits their needs.

Cons

A major drawback of BetterHelp is that it pays therapists significantly below market value, often closer to what a client might pay as a copay. This not only devalues the time, expertise, and training of licensed professionals but also raises concerns about whether the platform truly honors the people who make its services possible - the therapists.

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5.0
4 Jun 2026
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Pros

I work here full-time, they provide consistent referrals, I get paid well, best paying job I have had

Cons

None identified I only recommend working here for anyone wanting consistent therapy work

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4.0
27 May 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

I have had a very positive experience working with BetterHelp. I decided to remain with the platform because I find the clinical work meaningful and rewarding. The ability to work with clients who are motivated to address real-life challenges has been professionally satisfying, and the platform gives me the flexibility to continue doing good therapeutic work in a manageable way. The BetterHelp platform is easy for a therapist to use. Scheduling, communication, documentation, and client management are straightforward, which allows me to focus more on providing therapy and less on administrative burden. I also appreciate that BetterHelp did a wonderful job helping me become credentialed to accept insurance clients. That process can often be complicated, but BetterHelp made it much more manageable. The pay is competitive, particularly given the flexibility, ease of use, and access to clients. For therapists who are comfortable with telehealth and who can manage their own schedule responsibly, BetterHelp can be a very good professional fit. Meaningful work with clients, competitive pay, easy-to-use platform, flexibility, and strong support with insurance credentialing.

Cons

Therapists need to be self-directed and organized, especially with scheduling, documentation, and managing client communication between sessions. BetterHelp does not interact with therapist in person, you will never speak with a BetterHelp representative in person about any issues/questions. No live, in person customer service for either therapists or your clients.

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