LifeStance patients broadly experience clinically meaningful reductions in anxiety (79%) and depression (73%) symptoms. While aggregated results can sometimes hide important differences within the larger group, LifeStance’s study amongst more than 139,000 patients with at least moderate depression or anxiety found that 75% or more improved significantly no matter their age or geographic region. A Quick Note on the Numbers Between September 2024 and December 2025, we studied 143,941 patients on the PHQ-9 and 139,798 patients on the GAD-7 that reported at least moderate depression or anxiety severity at baseline (indicated by a score of 10 or higher on the PHQ-9 or GAD-7). PHQ-9 is a 9-question instrument that measures depression. Scores range from 0 to 27. Higher scores m...

Effective treatment for depression and anxiety often combines psychotherapy and medication, helping regulate mood and improve daily functioning. Evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and medication management can lead to meaningful symptom improvement, especially when care is consistent and tailored to the individual.

Purpose of the Research LifeStance, in partnership with Researchscape International, conducted a survey to explore topics commonly addressed in therapy around the holidays, including seasonal stress, navigating social gatherings, performative happiness, loneliness and managing family discussions about politics and current events. Methodology On behalf of LifeStance Health, Researchscape International conducted an online survey of 1,023 U.S. adults aged 18 and older. The survey was fielded from October 16 to 21, 2025. The credibility interval is plus or minus four percentage points for questions answered by all respondents. The data was weighted to the U.S. population by nine demographic questions....

One in five U.S. adults experience a mental illness each year, yet more than half do not receive the treatment they need. Primary care providers are often the first to identify mental health challenges, but up to 50 percent of patients referred to outpatient behavioral health never make it to their first visit. LifeStance is changing that. Our streamlined Care Access Pathway Referrals Program makes it fast and easy for providers to connect patients to high-quality mental health care while keeping you informed every step of the way. As one of the nation’s largest providers of outpatient mental health care, we provide swift access to high-quality care at scale, helping patients get better faster and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. How We’re Different LifeStance has a...

Purpose of the Research LifeStance, in partnership with Researchscape International, conducted a survey to understand how the current economic environment—characterized by inflation, rising living costs, mass layoffs, and recession fears—affects Americans’ mental health and their ability to access mental health care. Methodology On behalf of LifeStance, Researchscape International conducted an online survey of 1,026 U.S. adults aged 18 and older. The survey was fielded from June 4 to June 5, 2025. Key findings are based on comparative analysis of survey data from 2023, 2024, and 2025. The credibility interval is plus or minus four percentage points for questions answered by all respondents. The data was wei...

Learn how mental health and behavioral health care is catching up with the traditional healthcare system and shifting toward value-based care (VBC).

In an era where social media dominates daily life, its influence on mental health is undeniable — especially for the younger, most digitally-savvy generations. Our survey explores how constant connectivity impacts mental health and relationships, revealing a troubling reliance on social media for mental health advice. Many self-diagnose conditions based on information they see on social media, but some hesitate to seek professional help. Meanwhile, the casual use of “therapy speak” is fueling relationship doubts, leading a number of people to consider digital detoxes. As social media’s role in our mental health continues to evolve, a Researchscape International survey (on behalf of LifeStance Health) underscores the need for credible information and professional mental health support. Findings from this online survey of 1,110 U.S. adults are noted below with supplemental graphs and visuals shown here. REPORT FINDINGS Being “chronically online” is pervasive, especially among younger generations. Social media is a pervasive presence in our daily lives. Over one-quarter (26%) of respondents check social media within five minutes of waking up, and the same portion (26%) spend four hours or more on social media every day....