02/25/2026
Appreciate our partners at Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers for highlighting the proactive steps they’re taking to address behavioral health workforce challenges.
The provider shortage is one of the most pressing issues facing our system today. It takes intentional strategy, innovation, and strong partnerships to ensure communities continue to receive timely, high-quality care.
The United States is facing a significant behavioral health workforce shortage, impacting access to mental health services to millions of individuals. The national average wait time for behavioral health services is 48 days, while 6 in 10 psychologists do not accept new patients.