Empowering Your Journey to Mental Health That Sticks
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We're on a mission to empower everyone to seek and receive therapy that gets to the root cause of their challenges and creates meaningful, enduring relief.
83% of Americans think therapy is effective at improving mental health but, when last studied, just 10% of patients actually follow through when being referred by a physician to receive mental health treatment.
The problem isn’t you; it’s the broken healthcare system.
Why empowerment?
You deserve therapy that does more than ease your symptoms; you deserve care that gets to the root of what’s holding you back. We’re committed to empowering you with the information and tools you need to confidently seek therapy that creates real, lasting change.
In our research, 90% of people say they want therapy that helps them understand why they feel the way they do. They’re not just looking for a quick fix, they want meaningful, lasting change. That might mean better sleep and fewer intrusive thoughts, but also deeper confidence, stronger relationships, more ease at work, and a closer connection to loved ones. These kinds of breakthroughs happen when you work with a trained therapist in a relationship built on trust.
Most people also tell us they prefer therapy in person when possible. And they want their sessions to be private and secure — something that mental health apps and AI agents simply can’t promise. Therapy That Sticks exists to empower your search for therapy that feels personal, respectful, and truly transformative through our free and low-cost therapy directory and articles on the topics and questions you care about most.
We Acknowledge:
We acknowledge the unspoken hurdles people face when seeking help for emotional and psychological challenges and strive to give voice, guidance, and empathy to them.
We Empower:
We empower self-advocacy for psychotherapy modalities through education that is direct, clear, factual, and respectful of both the client and the profession.
We Know:
We know that mental health is as important as physical health and requires treatment approaches that are equally as comprehensive, proven, professional, and accessible.
We Raise:
We raise public awareness of the fact that symptom relief is critical but often lacks a long-term impact on mental wellness when done in isolation.
We Clearly State:
We clearly state our support of psychotherapy for its ability to provide deep, personal insights that grow over time, creating lasting benefits and promoting true mental wellness.
You Heal
Therapy That Sticks is the only resource that bridges the gap between data and actionable educational content that speaks directly to the public on the topic of treating mental illness with therapies of depth, insight and relationship that can effect lasting change and mental wellness.
Misconceptions about therapy have been broadly perpetuated and reinforced by the insurance complex and its unwillingness to do what’s best in favor of what boosts its bottom line. We believe in helping you find and understand the approaches that address the root cause of your struggles. So the progress you make in therapy doesn’t just help—it sticks.
Understanding Different Types of Psychotherapy and Their Uses
Psychotherapy Comes in Different Types
In everyday speech, psychotherapy is often shortened to “therapy” and treated as a generic service — as though everyone’s psychotherapy should look the same. And then, to add to the confusion, the public learns that certain terms or buzzwords separate “good” types of psychotherapy from “bad.”
How to Find the Right Psychotherapist for You
Who you tell your stories to matters. The person hearing you impacts what you feel comfortable sharing, what you share, and how you come to live with the things that you share about. This is true in everyday relationships, and it’s also true when it comes to finding the right psychotherapist for you.
Low-Cost Therapy Directory
Many people who need the help of a therapist say they simply can’t afford it. To help, we've built a directory of clinics located around the country that offer low-cost care and use approaches that help people get to the root of their issues.
59.2 Million
You're not alone in your decision to pursue mental health treatment.
59.2 million adults received treatment or counseling for their mental health in 2023.
You’re worthy of enduring mental health.
References
Gallup, Inc. (2024) Americans Perceive Gaps in Mental, Physical Healthcare.
Slay, J. D., Jr., & McLeod, C. (1997). Evolving an integration model: The "HealthCare Partners" experience. In N. A. Cummings, J. L. Cummings, & J. N. Johnson (Eds.), Behavioral health in primary care: A guide for clinical integration (pp. 121–141). Psychosocial Press.
Vankar, Preeti. (2022, May 6). Mental health treatment or counseling among adults U.S. 2002-2019. Statista. https://www.statista.com/statistics/794027/mental-health-treatment-counseling-past-year-us-adults/