Therapist Impact Fund: Legacy Loan Relief
At BetterHelp, our mission is to champion the well-being in all of us--and that includes you, our therapists. This means not only expanding access for those seeking care, but also supporting the dedicated therapists who make this work possible every day.
We recognize that student loan debt and financial pressures can weigh heavily on mental health professionals, limiting their ability to focus fully on the life changing work they do. That’s why we’re committed to investing in the well-being and professional growth of our therapists through our new student loan relief program.
This program is designed to reflect our deep appreciation for our therapists and to support therapists on the BetterHelp platform who are carrying student loan debt or facing financial barriers to continuing education. By easing these financial burdens, we aim to empower therapists to sustain and expand their impact, helping more people access the care they deserve.
Any licensed mental health professionals who have been with BetterHelp in the United States for at least one year are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate student loan debt and provide verification of qualifying work or financial need for continuing education or professional development (CE/CPD).
To apply, first add your student loan details to your Bold.org profile (go to Finances → Add Loan Information). Be sure to include the principal borrowed and the remaining balance for each loan.
Then, complete the two part essay section sharing more about your community impact and current financial need. Along with your essay responses, please upload (1) documentation of your licensure and (2) a screenshot of your BetterHelp profile.
Disclaimer: Awards are competitive and not guaranteed. The Bold Foundation reserves the right to determine recipient selection based on the stated criteria. Awards are non-transferable and recipients are responsible for any applicable taxes. BetterHelp may modify or discontinue future scholarship programs.
1. Community Impact (300 words or less) - Tell us about the communities you serve and why equitable access to mental health support matters to you. How does your work with BetterHelp assist in removing barriers to mental health care and providing greater access to those in need?
2. Financial Need (250 words or less) - Tell us how this grant would support your student loan repayment or continued education goals. Please be specific about how it will help you grow as a clinician or sustain your practice.
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The application deadline is Dec 9, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jan 9, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jan 9, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.
Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.