In 2023, a significant majority of individuals seeking mental health support in California utilized teletherapy, with nearly half accessing care exclusively through this medium. The shift towards teletherapy, while effective and convenient, underscores the need for skilled practitioners capable of recognizing subtle communication cues that may not be readily observable in digital interactions. This trend mirrors national patterns observed in the Veterans Affairs healthcare system, where over half of mental health services are now provided through telemedicine, reflecting enduring preferences established during the COVID-19 pandemic for virtual healthcare solutions.
Almost half of the 4.8 million California adults seeking mental health services in 2023 opted for teletherapy, highlighting a shift towards digital mental healthcare.
Though teletherapy is convenient and effective, it demands skilled mental health professionals to navigate subtle cues that may be lost in virtual communication.
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