Debt Settlement Companies

I have been fighting this for a long time, but I think that it is time for me to face the facts. The truth of the matter is that I can no longer manage all of my debt alone. I have so much on my mind that I cannot sleep at night because I am worried about my house and family. Therefore, while I did not want to turn to a debt settlement company, I now have no other choice. The question remains, which company do I ultimately go with, and how will I know that they are reputable? While the Internet is a great tool, sometimes it can be hard to find the best information from credible sources.