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California's Rural Mental Health Crisis: Access Barriers Persist

5/11/2025

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California is grappling with a dire shortage of mental health providers, particularly in rural regions like Amador County. Eboni Moen's heartbreaking two-year search for support after her son's murder highlights the struggle many face. While teletherapy is on the rise, nearly half of adults utilizing it, rural residents still encounter significant access barriers.

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Story summary

California is grappling with a dire shortage of mental health providers, particularly in rural regions like Amador County. Eboni Moen's heartbreaking two-year search for support after her son's murder highlights the struggle many face. While teletherapy is on the rise, nearly half of adults utilizing it, rural residents still encounter significant access barriers.