Why Therapists Are Worried About America’s Growing Mental Health Crisis

The New York Times (NYT) (12/16/2021)
  • Interviews with 1,320 mental health professionals across America reveal spikes in pandemic-related anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
  • “There is a general feeling of stuckness and stagnancy that is new”.
  • 90% of therapists report a surge in appointments; 1/3 are no longer accepting new clients for at least 3 months.
  • More children are also seeking therapy and 75% of therapists report providing more counseling to couples who’ve discovered compatibility issues during lockdowns.
  • Many therapists believe these pandemic-related mental issues will persist for years.