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Military Families Face Therapy Crisis Amid TRICARE Delays

4/4/2025

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Military families in Virginia Beach encounter mental health issues from frequent moves and TRICARE payment delays for counseling.
Lighthouse Counseling faces financial strain, losing $25,000 monthly from unpaid claims, affecting service availability.
Autism therapy providers nationwide report similar TRICARE transition challenges, jeopardizing care access for military families.
Provider closures may result in longer wait times for therapy and reduced job opportunities in impacted areas.

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Story summary

Military families in Virginia Beach encounter mental health issues from frequent moves and TRICARE payment delays for counseling.
Lighthouse Counseling faces financial strain, losing $25,000 monthly from unpaid claims, affecting service availability.
Autism therapy providers nationwide report similar TRICARE transition challenges, jeopardizing care access for military families.
Provider closures may result in longer wait times for therapy and reduced job opportunities in impacted areas.