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Students Face Mental Health Care Delays Amid Licensing Barriers

3/31/2025

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College students are struggling with mental health care delays as state licensing barriers hinder access to therapists, disrupting their continuity of care. In Minnesota, an overwhelming 89% of therapists advocate for cross-state licensure reforms. In a proactive response, Saint Francis University is empowering high school seniors to become certified patient care technicians, helping to fill critical gaps in the local healthcare workforce.

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Story summary

College students are struggling with mental health care delays as state licensing barriers hinder access to therapists, disrupting their continuity of care. In Minnesota, an overwhelming 89% of therapists advocate for cross-state licensure reforms. In a proactive response, Saint Francis University is empowering high school seniors to become certified patient care technicians, helping to fill critical gaps in the local healthcare workforce.