Talkspace

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we were honored to host a meaningful virtual discussion featuring Dr. Nikole Benders-Hadi, M.D., and Dr. Monika Dargis, Ph.D., from Talkspace. During the webinar, attendees gained valuable insights into how Talkspace's therapists and psychiatry professionals are helping individuals access care and support their mental wellness journeys. The conversation also highlighted the ongoing national suicide crisis and the importance of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting those affected. Thank you to everyone who joined us, participated in the Q&A session, and helped further this important conversation.

In this week's edition of The Mental Note, we dig into one of the most common reasons people put off getting help: "I can't afford therapy." For a lot of people, this assumption is based on outdated information. Federal law now requires most health plans to cover mental health care the same way they cover any other medical care, a protection that didn't exist as recently as two decades ago. Read the full edition to see what your coverage likely already includes, and what steps to take to understand what’s covered. ⬇️

Better mental health outcomes require more than access to care. Our latest research shows how peer support can improve depression, anxiety, and overall mental well-being—delivering measurable results in just 3 months. Download the research to see the data ⬇️

📢 Calling all K-12 educators, higher ed, and HR/benefits leaders. 📢 The first month of the school year is more than a transition; it's a predictable window when stress, anxiety, and adjustment challenges emerge for both students and staff. Research shows that engaging people early on leads to better outcomes, higher retention in care, and fewer crises later in the year. Learn practical strategies to increase mental health engagement in this free webinar. Register to save your spot ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eagzgwr5

That’s a wrap for BHT 2026! 🎉 We're inspired by the future of #mentalhealth care and what it looks like when payers, providers, and platforms come together to close the gaps in access. Highlights from the week included hosting Michael Phelps for a fireside chat with our partners and watching our Chief Growth Officer, Erin Boyd, and UHS’ Chief Growth Officer, Kelly Loeffler, discuss building a more connected care experience And of course, we loved connecting with everyone at the booth and seeing you get this year’s merch engraved. Until next time! 👋

Most organizations invest heavily in leadership development. Almost none invest in leadership mental health, as if the two aren't connected. 🧠 Just to be clear, they are—71% of leaders report significantly higher stress since stepping into the role, and it doesn't stay contained to the person carrying it. It shows up in shorter tempers, slower decisions, and a team quietly mirroring whatever emotional state is coming from the top. Read the latest edition of The Mental Note to see how #stress moves through an organization, and what actually protects leaders (and everyone under them) from it. ⬇️

The biggest opportunity to improve outcomes may not be about adding another clinical program, but about building connection. 🤝 See why leading payers are turning to #socialhealth to strengthen engagement, improve quality measures, and reduce avoidable utilization. Download the whitepaper below. ⬇️

Last night we hosted an invite-only happy hour for our partners at Behavioral Health Tech 2026, and was capped off with a fireside chat between Erin Boyd, Chief Growth Officer at Talkspace, and Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps. 🥇🏊 This was one of our favorite conversation off the main stage, which was grounded in Phelps's own advocacy for #mentalhealth with the partners who are helping us build a more connected system of care. 🤝 Thank you to everyone who joined us!

📣 Free webinar alert 📣 Are you ready for #backtoschool season? The first month of the school year is more than a transition. It's a predictable window when stress, anxiety, and adjustment challenges come up for both students and staff. Research shows that engaging people early on leads to better outcomes, higher retention in care, and fewer crises later in the year. Join us in this free webinar where we’ll dive into the data behind early intervention and learn practical strategies to increase #mentalhealth engagement from day one. Register below today ⬇️

Kicking off BHT with a bang! 🎉 Erin Boyd, Chief Growth Officer at Talkspace and Kelly Loeffler Chief Growth Officer at UHS joined Ashleigh Hollowell, M.S. and Tory Bogatyrenk from Optum to discuss the future of healthcare, specifically focusing on integrating behavioral and medical services to create a more seamless patient experience.