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BetterHelp vs Therapist: which one should you pick?

Two emotional wellness tools, side by side. We compare pricing, features, ratings, and target users so you don't have to read two separate reviews.

BetterHelp preview

BetterHelp

Emotional Wellness

1.8
Paid

Connect with a certified therapist through video, phone, or text-based counseling sessions.

Therapist preview

Therapist

Emotional Wellness

4.8
Free

Find a licensed therapist for online or in-person consultations.

Quick verdict: Therapist wins for users on a budget

Therapist is free; BetterHelp is paid.

BetterHelp

Therapist

Pricing
Paid
Pricing
Free
Category
Emotional Wellness
Category
Emotional Wellness
Platform
iOS, Android, Web
Platform
web
Best for
Connect with a certified therapist through video, phone, or text-based counselin
Best for
Find a licensed therapist for online or in-person consultations.

BetterHelp features

    Therapist features

    • Search therapists by location and specialization
    • Read clinically reviewed mental health articles
    • Find therapists for online consultations
    • Access resources for mental health topics
    • Browse therapist profiles and reviews
    • Get personalized therapist recommendations

    Use cases side by side

    BetterHelp

      Therapist

      • Find a therapist for anxiety
      • Learn about depression treatment
      • Access mental health resources
      • Connect with licensed professionals
      • Manage mental health conditions

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      Best for tasks
      Best for symptoms
      Best
      Best for common problems
      Best for scenarios

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