As we head into the final months of 2021, one thing is abundantly clear: it’s okay to say that we’re not okay. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults in the U.S. live with a mental illness; a situation that’s only been made worse by the pandemic. With more people than ever standing up for their mental health and seeking out therapy for the first time, another crack in the system has been revealed–there aren’t enough therapists to match the demand. Enter: the rise of digital talkspaces. While these spaces help to make therapy more affordable and accessible, are we missing out on the benefits of talking to someone in-person? In a world where almost everything else we do is online, what does the future of therapy look like?
HOST: Kate Spies, SVP+General Manager at Well+Good
GUESTS:
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, Licensed Psychologist, Founder & CEO of Therapy for Black Girls
Dr. Amy Cirbus, Ph.D, LMHC, LPC, Director of Clinical Content at Talkspace
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
Dr. Joy shares how we can choose the therapist that is the best fit for us, and advises that while following therapists on Instagram can be a helpful tool–the work doesn’t stop there. Find her here and check out Therapy for Black Girls here.
Dr. Amy explains how the flexibility of online therapy can have a positive impact on our overall mental health. Plus, she shares her thoughts on what a hybrid model for therapy could look like. Check out Talkspace here.
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