The Dark Side of Mental Health Apps, When Therapy Becomes a Business Model

The Dark Side of Mental Health Apps, When Therapy Becomes a Business Model

How VÕS HELP Breaks the Cycle and Puts People Before Profit.

In recent years, the rise of mental health apps has promised greater accessibility and faster support for people in crisis. But behind the glossy branding and tech-driven convenience, a troubling trend has emerged, some platforms are exploiting vulnerable users, turning their struggles into a subscription-based business model.

Many mental health apps encourage users to commit to weekly or even daily sessions with therapists, locking them into long-term use with little transparency about outcomes. Instead of resolving issues, the system benefits from keeping people dependent, offering just enough relief to keep them coming back, but rarely aiming for resolution. In the worst cases, this means vulnerable individuals are treated like customers, not patients. And when you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, this kind of manipulation can be devastating.

At VÕS HELP, we do things differently. We believe that therapy shouldn't be a never-ending loop. That's why our aim is simple, to complete your therapy within the hour. One conversation, one breakthrough, one moment of support that actually helps you move forward, without needing to speak to us again unless you want to.

And if you do want to come back? That's absolutely fine too. Many people find happiness in having regular chats with our counsellors, and we welcome it. After all, our team is made up of highly trained professionals who genuinely love helping people. They're not just good at listening, they're good at chatting. So good, in fact, they get paid to do it.

Whether you're searching for a mental health app in Leeds, the fastest mental health app in the UK, or a service that supports kids and adults alike, VÕS HELP is here to deliver real support, without the catch.

We’re not here to keep you stuck. We’re here to help you heal. Fast, friendly, and focused on you, not on profit.