BetterHelp vs. Sesame

BetterHelp

3.7

What does BetterHelp offer?

BetterHelp is one of the largest online platforms for online therapy. They are a bridge between people who need help and professionally certified therapists. One of the best things about BetterHelp is the fact that you can talk with your therapist anytime – anywhere. You can talk with them via chat, phone, or video. Also, BetterHelp does its best to connect you with a therapist that is the best match for your needs. You can talk with a therapist whenever it suits you, and choose any time that fits your schedule. BetterHelp is an affordable, easy, and efficient way to find a therapist to whom you can talk to.

What makes BetterHelp different than any other service is the number of therapists that you can choose from, the price, and accessibility. If we are being honest and real, in today’s world people simply do not have time to go back and forth and sit in an office to talk with their therapist. Sometimes you might not feel up to it and a lot of people feel much more comfortable in familiar surroundings when they talk about some serious problems. And BetterHelp as an online platform recognizes all the issues that people might have.

Staff

If you are worried are the therapist is properly verified you should know that BetterHelp requires every therapist to provide a proper license, documentation, and proof of identity. After that, they check all those information and every therapist goes through a video evaluation.  Also, you can see all those details at every moment in the profile of every therapist.

Of course, it is important to note that if you are in an urgent situation or having thoughts about hurting yourself or you have been advised to attend psychiatric care – BetterHelp is NOT the right fit for you. In those situations, you need to look for professional face-to-face care.

Cost

When it comes to the price, BetterHelp is a really affordable option. There are no hidden fees or unpleasant surprises. Betterhelp is very transparent and the price goes from $60-90 on weekly basis. The cost is charged monthly, and you can cancel it at any time. It is important to know that charging starts from the moment you start talking with your therapist.

Summary

BetterHelp is a truly unique online platform that gives you a top-notch service that you can access from anywhere. It is easy to use, intuitive, and safe. Your privacy is completely protected, although you can stay completely anonymous. BetterHelp offers a great number of licensed therapists at an affordable rate. It is much more affordable and comfortable than going to face-to-face sessions. The best part is that you can cancel at any time, and you are not obligated to use the platform any longer than you need or want. BetterHelp is a great way to get help from a professional certified therapist in the comfort of your home for a rather affordable price.

Sesame

4.6

What does Sesame offer?

Sesame is an online medical marketplace that matches patients with medical professionals who practice telemedicine as well as in-person doctor visits. Established in 2019, Sesame Care experienced rapid growth and has since been voted “America’s #1 Telehealth Company 2021” by Healthline. Patients have the ability to compare appointment prices and the credentials of each physician before choosing their preferred doctor.

Although headquartered in NYC, Sesame offers coverage across the US, employing over 10 thousand medical practitioners that have since helped over 100,000 patients. The platform allows doctors to charge their own price per appointment, lowering the overall expenses by as much as 60% by cutting out the middleman between patients and physicians. With Sesame, the platform users get clear care that involves just you, your doctor, and one upfront price.

Staff

Often defined as America’s superstore for finding doctors and specialists, Sesame employs only highly qualified, vetted, and board-certified doctors, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers. Everyone must provide licensures and other credentials in order to be eligible to join the Sesame platform. And as a result, patients have the option to examine the background of each medical practitioner before choosing to schedule an appointment with them.

Cost

Sesame definitely falls among some of the most affordable telehealth platforms on the market. Of course, prices vary from doctor to doctor, based on the location of the patient. However, our research has shown that 15-minute appointments start from as low as $25 and go as high as $300 for 60-minute meetings. By cutting out the middleman between doctors and patients and allowing for direct payments, Sesame saves you up to 60% on healthcare fees.

Summary

With its transparent direct-to-patient care, Sesame makes a place for itself among telemedicine platforms. The platform offers patients a choice of doctors based on their locations and the symptoms/procedures they are interested in. All medical practitioners are vetted and board-certified, with experience and background information that patients can see on the platform. Each doctor has an appointment fee, which patients pay upfront. All in all, a telehealth company that offers peace of mind to patients that want to solve their medical emergencies without having to leave the comfort of their homes, and at one of the most affordable rates available.