The Therapy Gap: Why Expanded Mental Health Access Isn't Translating Into More Americans Getting Help
The United States has more pathways to mental healthcare than at any previous point in its history, yet the majority of adults experiencing mental health conditions still do not receive treatment. This disconnect—between availability and utilization—demands a candid examination of the structural, cultural, and psychological forces keeping Americans from the care they need. Understanding these barriers is the necessary first step toward dismantling them.