NYC Teenspace, a free tele-mental health service for teenagers aged 13-17, has seen significant uptake since its launch in November. The program, offered by NYC Health and powered by Talkspace, aims to provide mental health support to teens regardless of their backgrounds. As of now, over 6,800 teenagers have signed up, with 65% reporting improved mental health. The service addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, and challenges at home and school. NYC Mayor and NYC Health Commissioner have emphasized the importance of this initiative in tackling the mental health crisis among young people. The program also includes access to online therapists and promotes phone-free spaces in schools.
The top reasons teens listed for signing up were feeling depressed, managing anxiety and dealing with challenges at home and school. @chalkbeat Nearly 7,000 teens have signed up for NYC’s free online therapy platform in first 6 months https://t.co/ZSUqRywJQD
Six months ago we launched a free tele-mental health service for our NYC teens, and I'm proud to report that more than 6,800 have signed up to receive help. NYC Teenspace is helping us meet the mental health crisis head on so our youth can get they help they need.… https://t.co/mgnjdy0Taa
When we launched NYC Teenspace, we set a goal to make it easier for our youth to get mental health care. And in just six months, more than 6,800 teens have signed up and 65% are reporting improved mental health. Hear from one teen about what makes this service so valuable: https://t.co/S64nxxZOCt
From navigating social media to coping with the changes of adolescence, our teens require dedicated support. #NYCTeenspace offers free tele-mental health services for teenagers aged 13-17. Since its launch, it has supported 6,800 New Yorkers! https://t.co/NMrm9gGkvA
Making sure our students are healthy—both mentally and physically—is one of the most important things we do. Proud to join @NYCMayor and @NYCHealthCommr to announce that 6,800 teenagers have already signed up for NYC Teenspace. https://t.co/MsdftLKlNr
We launched #NYCTeenspace to help our young people turn their cell phones from the source of mental health problems to a solution. Since November, we've connected 6,800 young people with mental health services and delivered real change to underserved communities like… https://t.co/IIqT5Hv4Gz
The kids are hurting. I talked to @NYCHealthCommr about what 🍏 is doing to tackle the mental health crisis among kids. Tackling social media companies. And creating phonefree space in schools. There is much 🇬🇧 can learn. 1/3. https://t.co/2XH162ZDK3 https://t.co/V0HeWb38Ia
Teens deserve mental health support, regardless of their backgrounds. With NYC Teenspace, @nychealthy and @talkspace are offering all NYC teens the opportunity to connect with an online therapist or access online mental health exercises. Learn more: https://t.co/A55ugX1eVo https://t.co/TuKL1943eE
May is #MentalHealthAwareness month. Need someone to talk to about your everyday ups and downs? NYC Teenspace is a free mental health support program available to any NYC teen age 13 to 17, offered by @nychealthy and powered by @talkspace. Learn more: https://t.co/uFM4kpfbo1 https://t.co/wPT66L81Vn