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I’ve been using Brightside Health for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that connects you with mental health professionals and helps you get the care you need. Pretty solid if you’re dealing with stuff like anxiety or depression.
Here’s what you can do – you start by taking an assessment so Brightside can match you with the right provider. Then you can do 1-on-1 video sessions to talk about how you’re feeling. There’s also a messaging feature where you can reach out to your therapist anytime. And Brightside tracks your progress over time so you can see if the treatment is working.
Look, if you’re looking for convenient, personalized mental health support, Brightside is worth checking out. It’s not perfect – sometimes the wait times can be a little long – but overall it does the job. And they say 86% of members see improvement in 12 weeks, which is pretty impressive.
Editor Opinion
So here's my take on Brightside Health. I've tried a few different mental health apps and this one stands out for how personalized and hands-on the care is. The quick access to a dedicated provider is huge - no more waiting weeks to see someone. And the progress tracking is really helpful to stay on top of how you're doing. Compared to other apps that feel more like self-help, Brightside feels a lot more tailored to your specific needs. But it's not without its issues - the wait times can be frustrating and the app itself is a little basic. Still, if you're looking for professional mental health support on your schedule, Brightside is a pretty solid option.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Personalized care from dedicated providers
- Quick access to video sessions and messaging
- Progress tracking to see if treatment is working
- 86% of members see improvement in 12 weeks
Cons
- Can be long wait times to get an initial appointment
- The app itself is a little basic and could use more features
- Costs can add up if you need ongoing care
Specifications
| Updated | 09.10.2025 |
| Category | Medical |
| Age Rating | Everyone |
| Developer | Brightside Health Inc |
| Android | Android 7.0++ |
| Package Name |
com.brightside.stringer |
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User Reviews
Tried to get a psychiatrist for starting prescription treatment, but all I was offered was therapy. App and site have bad programming, as not even the therapist could find where...
The therapists are great! The app not so much... You can only schedule one session at a time and are not able to schedule longer sessions when needed. The messages...
Got me for $165 when the portal mysteriously went down and for hours I asked for help leading up to the appointment, even sending screenshots. I Uninstalled on app 3...
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