BetterHelp connects licensed mental health professionals with clients with clientsBetterHelp connects licensed mental health professionals with a large, diverse client base through its online platform. Therapists work as independent contractors with full scheduling flexibility while referrals, billing, and technology are handled by the company. The platform accepts a variety of U.S. licenses, requires at least three years of post-licensure experience, and does not work with pre-licensed clinicians. Pay is tiered according to weekly client hours, with potential bonuses and a health stipend for high caseloads. Additional perks include free continuing education courses and access to a nationwide peer community, though no formal supervision is offered. Therapists work as independent contractors and can set their own schedules while the platform manages client referrals, billing, and technology. The service accepts a range of U.S. licenses, requires at least three years of post-licensure experience, and does not work with pre-licensed clinicians. Pay is tiered based on weekly client hours, with optional bonuses and a health stipend for those maintaining higher caseloads. BetterHelp also offers free continuing education courses and access to a large peer community, but does not provide formal supervision.