BetterHelp is everywhere—podcasts, ads, emails promising lucrative pay. With claims of $122,196 per year for 40 hours a week, it sounds tempting, right? (They literally sent Miranda those numbers to try to “recruit” her in December of 2024!) But let’s take a closer look at the numbers and stories behind the promise.

Did you know that over 17% of all therapists in the U.S. are now working for BetterHelp? With over $8.35 million spent monthly on podcast advertising alone, their reach is undeniable. Yet, reviews from therapists who’ve worked with them paint a very different picture:

Therapists are at a crossroads in 2025. With insurance companies making billions while many in our field face burnout and financial struggle, we have to ask: Are we enabling a broken system, or can we take a stand to create real change - for ourselves and our clients?

California wildfires leave devastation in their wake, and as therapists, it’s natural to feel called to help. The mental health needs of those impacted can be overwhelming, and your skills and empathy are invaluable in times of crisis.

Before you dive in, though, it’s crucial to evaluate whether you’re truly ready—mentally, physically, financially, and professionally—to take on this responsibility. Giving without preparation can lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and unintended harm to yourself or your clients. Let’s start with an assessment to see if volunteering is the right fit for you right now.

For therapists looking to launch or expand their private practice, platforms like Alma and Headway have offered a tempting solution. BUT... recent developments are prompting many therapists to ask hard questions about the long-term sustainability of these platforms.