"Nia struggled to find a therapist amid a depressive episode, stating, 'It's not that easy to ask for help. It's not that easy to admit to yourself that you have a problem.'"
"After months of searching, Nia experienced trauma from consultations that ended with, 'Yes, absolutely you need help but I cannot give it to you.'"
"'I eventually decided to go abroad on my own, out of my own pocket,' Nia said, emphasizing the urgency of her situation, 'It felt like life or death.'"
"A study found that over 50% of clients have turned to AI tools for therapy, indicating a shift in how individuals seek mental health support."
In Germany, approximately 17.8 million adults experience mental illness each year, yet only 18.9% pursue treatment. Nia, a Berlin resident, faced significant challenges in finding a therapist for her recurrent depressive disorder. After multiple failed attempts and emotional distress during consultations, she ultimately required inpatient care due to worsening symptoms. Now, she pays for online therapy from a psychotherapist in another EU country. Additionally, there is a growing trend of individuals utilizing artificial intelligence for therapy, with over 50% of clients reported to have used AI tools for support.
Read at www.dw.com
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