Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS, is a health writer for HelpGuide Handbook, a licensed naturopathic doctor, and a certified nutrition specialist. She has a passion for all things that build long-term health and wellness. Her mission is to educate her patients and readers not only on the foundations of health but also on the best products and services that support whole-person wellness. She brings her clinical expertise to researching and writing stories about sleep, nutrition, and mental health. To date, she’s researched more than 95 adjustable bed models, 70 online therapy platforms, and 65 meal delivery kit brands.

Ling serves on the executive board of a 501(c)3 nonprofit integrative health care system, where she supports clinics delivering a patient-centered model of care. She spends her spare time keeping up-to-date with clinical research and myth-busting health fads.

Latest articles from Vanessa Ling

Online Therapy 5 Best Online Therapy Platforms That Take Insurance: Reviewed by Mental Health Experts

Using your insurance benefits to pay for therapy can help make mental health care more affordable and accessible. We review the top online therapy and psychiatry platforms that take insurance so you can choose the one best for you.

November 01, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Healthy Living How We Review Healthy Living Programs

Our Handbook Team tests and evaluates products and services that help you live healthier. Learn more about our thorough review process.

October 09, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Hers Mental Health Review: Our Experience in 2024

Hers is a telehealth platform for women’s health. We reviewed Hers mental health subscriptions to see if it’s worth it.

October 01, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Best Apps for ADHD: A Complete Guide in 2024

Mental health apps can help with stress and anxiety, but how do they help support people with ADHD? Read about the top apps we recommend and why.

September 23, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Doctor On Demand Review: Tested by Our Experts in 2024

Doctor On Demand is a popular telemedicine platform, but how does it compare to other online mental health platforms? Our team compares its costs, offerings, and user experience in this review.

September 11, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Calmerry Online Therapy Review, Tested by Mental Health Experts

We researched and tested this online therapy platform and were disappointed. Read our full Calmerry review to see why.

September 10, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Men's Health Generic Viagra (Sildenafil): Does It Work?

We spent more than 125 hours researching telehealth platforms, consulting experts, and interviewing patients about sildenafil (generic Viagra) to help you understand this treatment option for erectile dysfunction.

September 03, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Grouport Review: Tested By Our Online Therapy Experts in 2024

We tested this online group therapy platform with an affordable monthly membership. Read our Grouport review to learn about its features and our tester experiences.

August 28, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Healthy Living Best Meal Delivery Services: Tasty Options Reviewed in 2024

Meal delivery services add convenience to your home cooking routines, but how do they taste? We tried and reviewed five different options, paying close attention to quality and convenience, to find the best meal delivery services.

August 15, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy 4 Best Online Group Therapy and Support Platforms of 2024, Tested by Our Mental Health Experts

We researched online platforms that offer virtual mental health support communities. Read on for our picks for the best online group therapy and support platforms according to our findings.

August 15, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Regain Counseling Review 2024

We tested and reviewed Regain online couples therapy to see how the relationship therapy platform works.

August 13, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy 4 Best Online Therapy Platforms for ADHD: Tested by Experts

Online therapy can be a great addition to managing ADHD. Read which online therapy platforms we find are the best, including our picks for apps and other resources.

August 09, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy How We Review Online Therapy Platforms

We’ve spent thousands of hours researching, testing, and reviewing online therapy platforms. Learn more about how we did it.

August 01, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Hims Mental Health Review: Why You Should Avoid This Platform

We tested Hims in three different states to find out more about its online mental health care. Because we found limited support, this platform is not right for everyone.

July 31, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Healthy Living Best Cheap Meal Delivery Services in 2024, Affordable Meals Tested by Experts

We tested over 25 meal delivery services to find the the best affordable meal kit to make weeknight dinners budget-friendly and convenient.

June 25, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Sleep Saatva Adjustable Bed Review: Tried & Tested in 2024

We researched and compared more than 100 adjustable beds. Read our expert review of Saatva adjustable beds, our best overall pick.

June 19, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Online Therapy Grow Therapy: Online Therapy Reviewed & Tested in 2024

We reviewed Grow Therapy to find out how it compares to other popular platforms like BetterHelp. Learn about our testing experience and who this platform is best for.

June 19, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS