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Mental Health Support With BetterHelp

Compassionate mental health support to help you heal, grow, and move forward.

Why Mental Health Matters

Your Mental Health Deserves Care

Mental health plays a critical role in stroke recovery. Emotional challenges like anxiety, depression, and PTSD are common after a stroke and can slow down physical healing if left unaddressed. Getting the right emotional support is as important as physical therapy.
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In addition to improving mood and resilience, mental health care can help survivors reconnect with their sense of identity and build confidence for daily life. Support from a licensed therapist can provide tools to cope, heal, and move forward.

How It Works

Empowering You To Begin Healing

We are proud to announce our friends at betterhelp are donating a limited amount of vouchers for stroke survivors and their caregivers to access 6 months of talk therapy. Fill out the form below to get the voucher code.

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Eligibility

Stroke survivors and their caregivers can apply for a six‑month therapy voucher through our form.

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Therapist Matching

BetterHelp will match you with a licensed counselor experienced in stroke, trauma, grief, or stress.

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Flexible Sessions

You’ll get four live video or phone therapy sessions per month, plus unlimited messaging via BetterHelp’s secure platform.

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Start Healing

Begin sessions to build coping strategies, process emotions, and strengthen resilience during your post‑stroke journey.

BetterHelp Request

Begin Your Healing Journey Today

Please note that this is NOT a speech therapy resource. If you are looking for support with aphasia, speak with your doctor about their recommended treatment or visit the National Aphasia Association for more information.

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FAQ

You’re Not Alone in This

We’ve answered the questions that stroke survivors, caregivers,and families ask most — so you can feel informed and supported.

What is BetterHelp?

BetterHelp is an online therapy platform that connects individuals with licensed therapists through video, phone, or chat—making mental health support more accessible and convenient.

How can BetterHelp support stroke survivors and caregivers?

Recovering from a stroke or caring for a loved one can be emotionally overwhelming. BetterHelp offers professional counseling to help manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and caregiver burnout.

Is BetterHelp only for people with a diagnosed mental health condition?

No. You don’t need a diagnosis to use BetterHelp. Many people use it simply to talk through life changes, stress, or emotional challenges.

Can I choose or switch therapists?

Yes. If you’re not satisfied with your therapist, BetterHelp allows you to request a new one at any time, at no extra cost.

Can caregivers use BetterHelp too?

Absolutely. BetterHelp is a valuable resource for anyone affected by stroke—survivors, spouses, family members, or caregivers.

Explore FAQ

The Stroke Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting stroke survivors, caregivers, and families through every stage of recovery. We provide access to stroke recovery funding, educational stroke resources, mental health support, and tools for prevention. Whether you’re looking for guidance after a stroke, seeking help with therapy costs, or searching for ways to give back — we’re here to help. Join us in raising stroke awareness and making recovery possible for everyone.