| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Nov. 11, 2026, 10:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Nov. 11, 2026, 10:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/meet-the-unexpected-professionals-filling-chicagos-mental-health-workforce-shortage/4015466/ |
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When the pandemic hit, many artists were out of work. At the same time,
behavioral health needs skyrocketed, with not enough professionals in the field
to meet demand.
In fact, according to the [ National Center for Health Workforce ][3] , the
United States continues to experience a mental health c...