Older adults thrive with Talkspace virtual therapy

New research shows virtual mental health care delivers fast, effective results for aging populations.

Outdated stereotypes about older adults and technology might make you think that online therapy would be less effective for seniors than for younger populations. But we have new compelling data that’s reshaping how Medicare Advantage plans think about senior mental health care.

When they receive virtual therapy, older adults can achieve the same or better outcomes in treating depression and anxiety as younger individuals, but with a lower time commitment. 

A recent outcomes analysis of more than 1,500 Talkspace users aged 65+ found that:

• 36% more older adults achieved depression remission compared to younger adults
  
  
• Older adults saw greater improvements in anxiety scores after 15 weeks
  
  
• Seniors used the platform 42% fewer days than younger adults—yet had better clinical results
  
  
• 61% of seniors preferred a combination of live sessions + messaging therapy, showing demand for flexible, human-centered care

Download the full outcomes report to see how older adults are not only embracing virtual therapy — they're excelling with it.