BetterHelp Survey Reveals Americans Need Qualified Mental Health Support Beyond What Loved Ones Can Provide
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BetterHelp survey reveals Americans need qualified mental health support beyond what loved ones can provide. BetterHelp launches Therapist Match Commitment and Therapist Impact Fund to ensure people get the professional care they deserve SAN JOSE, Calif. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - When life gets overwhelming, nearly half of Americans do what comes naturally: they turn to friends and family for support. But according to a new survey from BetterHelp, one of the world's largest online therapy platforms, a significant majority (64%) reported that loved ones weren't always able to help them cope with their challenges. "While our loved ones provide invaluable emotional support, this data reveals a clear gap between the support people need and what even the most caring friends and family can realistically provide," said Fernando Madeira, President of BetterHelp. "That's why connecting our clients with the right therapist match is so foundational to driving real outcomes. We're proud to share that we've been able to meet over 93%* of client preferences, reflecting our commitment to making care not only accessible, but deeply personal." The Path to Professional Care - And What Stands in the Way Even when friends and family do encourage their loved ones to seek therapy, many still don't follow through. * Nearly half (44%) of those advised to seek therapy didn't take that step. *...
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To reinforce that principle at scale, BetterHelp has officially launched its "Therapist Match Commitment," underscoring its goal in finding a strong therapist fit for each client.
