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5 Things I Love About Working for BetterHelp (Plus 3 Things I Don’t)

5 Things I Absolutely Love About Working for BetterHelp (Plus 3 Areas That Need Tweaking)

Explore the pros and cons of working for BetterHelp, an online counseling platform that offers flexibility, convenience, and growth opportunities for therapists.

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How to Provide Psychological First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide For Mental Health Professionals

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Explore how to provide Psychological First Aid (PFA), a lifeline for individuals

133 Thought-Provoking Mental Health Journal Prompts For Millennials

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Learn the benefits of journaling and gain access to 133 thought-provoking mental

How To Start a Mental Health Blog in 2022: A Simple (But Complete) Guide For Beginners

by Randy Withers

This simple but complete 6-part guide will teach you how to start,

A Therapist’s Guide To Online Therapy With BetterHelp in 2022

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This is a BetterHelp counseling review written by a licensed therapist who

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What Is Virtual Counseling? A Complete Guide To Online Therapy in 2021

In this comprehensive guide, a licensed therapist tells you everything you need to know about online virtual counseling, and how to tell if it's right for you.

The Four Horsemen How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits According To Experts

The Four Horsemen of Relationships: How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits, According to Experts

Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling - what Dr. John Gottman calls "The Four Horsemen of Relationships." We'll talk about what they are and how to avoid them.

20 Professional Therapists Share Their Thoughts on Suicide Prevention

For many, suicide is a subject shrouded in mystery. To learn more about it, we interviewed therapists to get their thoughts on suicide and suicide prevention.

Did You Know You Can Earn (up to) $135,000 As An Online Therapist with BetterHelp?

Would you like to become an online therapist with BetterHelp? Here’s our guide on how to apply, qualifications, and pay for online therapy jobs with BetterHelp.

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11 Clear Signs of a Toxic Relationship That You Need To Know

Toxic relationships are like drinking emotional poison. Here are 11 clear signs that you're in one and that things need to change.

7 Awful (But Normal) Stages of A Breakup, Defined

7 Awful (But Totally Normal) Stages of A Breakup, Defined

Breakups. We eventually get over them, so long as we don't repeat the same mistakes. Learn about the 7 stages of a breakup so you can get through them faster.

5 Hidden Dangers of Online Dating Apps: Is Tinder Toxic For Your Mental Health?

As more and more singles turn to dating apps like Tinder to find true love, we need to talk about the psychological dangers of online dating and how to avoid

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9 Dumb Platitudes That Suck The Air Out of a Therapy Session

A platitude is cheap. It’s a throwaway statement, one well-meaning people use when they don’t know what else to say. But platitudes have a way of angering those on the

12 Hard Questions You Want To Ask Your Therapist But Don’t (According To Google)

Many clients have questions they want to ask their therapist, but are uncomfortable doing so. In this post, you'll get answers to 12 of them.

Distorted Thinking and Common Cognitive Distortions

Distorted Thinking: 10 Common Cognitive Distortions You Need To Avoid

Cognitive distortions are irrational and distorted thinking patterns that are often the root cause of depression and anxiety. This post teaches you how to identify and defeat them.

7 hidden of depression (that medication won't fix)

7 Hidden Causes of Depression (That Medication Won’t Fix)

Are you still suffering from clinical depression despite taking prescription medication? Here are 7 causes of depression that pills, unfortunately, won't fix.

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"Pink Cocaine" Explained: Risks, Myths, and Facts about Tusi

Pink Cocaine Isn’t What You Think—Here’s What’s Really in Tusi

It looks like cotton candy and smells like strawberries. Dealers call it “Tusi,” “Tuci,” or “pink cocaine,” and for partygoers in cities like Miami, Medellín, and New York, it promises a quick high. But this vibrant powder hides a dark reality. Despite the name,

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Postpartum Depression: The Thoughts You’re Afraid to Say Out Loud—and What You Can Do

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The early days after giving birth are supposed to feel joyful. But

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When most people picture trauma, they think of flashbacks, panic attacks, or

What’s The Difference Between an IOP and OP Behavioral Health Program?

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Navigating the world of mental health care can be overwhelming, especially when

Should I Go to Therapy for Burnout?

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Burnout is more than just a rough week or feeling a little

Why Chronic Pain Hits Women Harder—And What Actually Helps

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Living with chronic pain is exhausting—and for women, it’s often even more

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5 Things I Absolutely Love About Working for BetterHelp (Plus 3 Areas That Need Tweaking)

How to Provide Psychological First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide For Mental Health Professionals

133 Thought-Provoking Mental Health Journal Prompts For Millennials

How To Start a Mental Health Blog in 2022: A Simple (But Complete) Guide For Beginners

A Therapist’s Guide To Online Therapy With BetterHelp in 2022

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What Is Virtual Counseling? A Complete Guide To Online Therapy in 2021

The Four Horsemen of Relationships: How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits, According to Experts

20 Professional Therapists Share Their Thoughts on Suicide Prevention

Did You Know You Can Earn (up to) $135,000 As An Online Therapist with BetterHelp?

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11 Clear Signs of a Toxic Relationship That You Need To Know

7 Awful (But Totally Normal) Stages of A Breakup, Defined

5 Hidden Dangers of Online Dating Apps: Is Tinder Toxic For Your Mental Health?

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9 Dumb Platitudes That Suck The Air Out of a Therapy Session

12 Hard Questions You Want To Ask Your Therapist But Don’t (According To Google)

Distorted Thinking: 10 Common Cognitive Distortions You Need To Avoid

7 Hidden Causes of Depression (That Medication Won’t Fix)

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Pink Cocaine Isn’t What You Think—Here’s What’s Really in Tusi

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What’s The Difference Between an IOP and OP Behavioral Health Program?

Should I Go to Therapy for Burnout?

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