In recent years, the number of Americans seeking therapy has surged . The reasons are multifaceted, but chief among them are the COVID-19 pandemic intensifying demand for mental health support and accelerating the adoption of telehealth services.

This significantly widened access.

One study found that telehealth use for mental health care increased by a staggering 3,800% in 2020 , and usage has remained high in the years since. But while the shift has theoretically made it easier for people to reach care, it has not appreciably expanded provider capacity. In many areas, individuals face wait times of several months for an initial appointment.

The stigma surrounding therapy is declining, and technology has played a key role in driving that cultural change. Yet the mental health syste

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