A LifeStance Health survey of 1,000 women experiencing perimenopause or menopause reveals this life stage carries an unexpected mental health toll, as one in three women (33%) report being unaware that perimenopause can cause mental health-related symptoms. While respondents describe their anxiety (66%) and depression (54%) as somewhat or extremely severe, most women (83%) who seek mental healthcare like therapy find it helpful. Additionally, 59% of women say they would be more likely to seek mental healthcare if they knew it could significantly improve their symptoms, and nearly half (47%) agree mental healthcare should be a standard part of perimenopause care. Left unaddressed, perimenopause and menopause symptoms carry consequences not just for the women who are experiencing them, but for employers and health systems. A 2023 Mayo Clinic study found menopause symptoms cost the U.S. economy an estimated $1.8 billion annually in lost work productivity and $26.6 billion when healthcare costs are factored in, reinforcing the need for accessible, integrated mental healthcare throughout these life transitions. Dr. Stephanie Eken, Chief Medical Officer, LifeStance Health, said: “Women’s mental health needs change acr...

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).