In Case You Haven't Heard…

Nearly 30% of Americans say mental health challenges could hinder their 2026 goals, says a new study by Talkspace, a leading online therapy provider, Business Wire reported Dec. 30, 2025. In response, Talkspace announced the launch of Own Your Now – an integrated campaign designed to help individuals stop delaying care and take immediate action toward emotional well‐being. The campaign is inspired by market researcher Talker Research's new findings highlighting that while traditional goals like saving money and getting fit remain top priorities, mental health challenges have emerged as a primary obstacle to success. These findings come after a year that left many feeling drained; nearly 30% of the 2,000 respondents surveyed described 2025 as either “bad” (19%) or “awful” (10%), while another 39% called it “just okay.” Despite these setbacks, there is a clear appetite for change: 49% of Americans believe 2026 will be the year they finally reach a better place mentally. Own Your Now supports this trend, emphasizing that while there is no “perfect” time to go after goals and the future you dream of, there's also no time to waste – and taking the first step toward healing can begin now. “We see so many capable, motivated people held back by emotional weight because they haven't had the support they need,” said Jon Cohen, M.D., CEO of Talkspace. “‘Own Your Now’ is a reminder that therapy isn't something you save for later; it's something you do now.”