Mental health concerns and talk therapy: how Babylon can help

If you’re living with mental health problems, there’s no need to struggle alone. Babylon and our national team of expert therapists, psychiatrists and psychologists are here to help. Here’s just one story that shows how we can support you.

Jessica, a Babylon member, tells her story

Jessica lives in Missouri, with her husband and their 6 children — ages 2 to 15. She says getting her daughter’s mental health problem diagnosed was a game-changer. And now, Babylon helps her daughter with therapy.

Something is wrong

‘I always understood anxiety, because my mom had a panic disorder…and I could tell [about my daughter] from a very small age…

‘So, as my first child, I’m sitting there thinking I’m not parenting her right, something is wrong. But it’s me, because I’m 24/7 with her and it’s my first kiddo, and I don’t know what I’m doing as a mom…it took me until she was 9 to reach out to a psychologist.’

A relief to have a diagnosis

‘And then when they got her in and they started doing all the questionnaires and tests, they found out that she definitely has all of these problems. And it was a relief. I think a lot of people say that it was a relief to have a diagnosis, to know that I wasn’t crazy or that it wasn’t something I did as a parent.’

We’re set up with a great therapist

‘Now we are set up with a behavioral therapist through Babylon…She’s only seen her a couple of times so far, but she’s really great with her. She’s super sweet and understanding, and she knows her stuff.

‘So it’s been good to let her get on. She talks a little bit with me and then she’ll get on there [the video appointment] with my daughter and then she switches back to me. And we just go over some things that we could try before our next appointment.’

Telehealth is amazing, everybody in their comfort zone

‘In our area, we can’t access doctors right in the same town so we have to drive 40 minutes, an hour, just to get to a doctor. If you’ve ever been in a doctor’s office with children, you will know that they do not have the ability to sit and be quiet… So telehealth has been amazing… We haven’t left the house, we haven’t had to spend gas money, and everybody is in their own comfort zone.’

Watch Jessica’s full story on our People of Babylon page.

If, like Jessica, you’re looking for the best care for your family and you want answers about mental health concerns and disorders — either your own or your loved ones’ — here’s how Babylon can help.

Read how to take care of your mental health.

A choice of experts for your mental health

Babylon has a choice of experts available for you to talk to. Any of our providers can help with your needs — it’s up to you where you start.

Your primary care doctor can rule out any physical causes and point you in the right direction. They can refer you to a psychiatric nurse or doctor, or a therapist.

If you know you want to talk to a therapist, it’s best to start with a mental health appointment. They’ll listen to your issues and help you find a therapist that’s right for you.

If you’re looking for a prescription refill, for example for antidepressants, you can book directly to address that need.

Please note that not all services may be available through the app, depending on your membership.

Talk Therapy

Jessica’s daughter talks regularly to one of {brand}’s behavioral therapists. But what does that involve?

Also called talking treatment or talk therapy, behavioral therapy helps with mental, emotional, or behavioral struggles. It’s usually offered through regular appointments, which may go on for weeks, months, or longer, depending on your needs.

Your therapist will recommend an approach that’s right for you. Here are a couple of possibilities.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Psychological problems can sometimes occur because of unhelpful ways of thinking and learned patterns of behavior. With cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), your therapist helps you to notice these and adjust your thoughts and behaviors into healthier patterns. [1]

Solution-focused therapy

Solution-focused therapy looks at the here and now to address specific issues you might be having. It helps you to create specific goals that will help with your problems. [2]

We’re ready to help

The important thing to keep in mind is that we’re here for you. Jessica reached out, and her family now have the help they need. You can too.

Download the app and make an appointment. For more information about Babylon’s mental health services, read our psychiatric treatment guide.

References

1. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). American Psychological Association. www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/cognitive-behavioral-therapy, published June 2020

2. Dictionary. American Psychological Association. https://dictionary.apa.org/solution-focused-brief-therapy, accessed 14 June 2022