Digital mental health services target a range of mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, trauma and eating disorders. A 2020 review of the evidence found almost half of people who used online programs for common mental health conditions benefited. This review included online programs with self-directed modules to reduce symptoms of depression or anxiety. These programs were as effective as face-to-face therapy, but face-to-face therapy required on average 7.8 times more therapist time than online programs.
Users have reported many benefits to digital mental health services and find them convenient, accessible, private and affordable, and are often highly satisfied with them. Digital services are designed to directly address some of the major barriers to treatment access and have the potential to reach the significant numbers of people who go online for mental health information. Digital supports can also be used in a “stepped care” approach to treating mental health problems. This means people with less complex or less severe symptoms try a low-intensity digital program first before being “stepped up” to more intensive supports.
To access Digital Mental Health Services go to: https://eapassist.com.au/treatment-programs/