Virtual Therapy Michigan

Data from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for Michigan indicates that 1,789,000 residents in the state have a diagnosed mental health condition. The correct figure is undeniably higher when the number of residents who have not received an accepted diagnosis is accounted for. NAMI also reports that 3.6 million Michiganders live in a community that does not have enough mental health professionals to fulfill the need for support.

Using Technology to Overcome Tech Addictions

A lack of access to mental health support is echoed in one public health concern in particular, one that has been emerging within the state over the last decade. Problematic behavior regarding engagement with internet-enabled activities is harming the wellbeing of thousands of vulnerable residents within the Great Lakes State. This is verified by the growth in Google search for “technology addiction treatment near me” in Michigan. Related issues include the following:

• Problematic online gambling behavior: Recent research confirms that since sports betting became legal in Michigan, calls to the National Problem Gambling Hotline have skyrocketed by more than 267%. Meanwhile, reports state that 15% of high school students in West Michigan have placed bets or gambled in the most recently recorded month.
• Problematic use of pornography: National studies suggest that 7% of people have an unhealthy relationship with online pornography, equating 560,000 adult residents in Michigan.
• Problematic online trading behavior: National studies suggest that 8% of investors meet the criteria for compulsivity regarding online trading. Data from ZipRecruiter indicates that about 1% of adult Americans participate in day trading. If this data holds true for Mississippi, it can be deduced that roughly 8,000 Michiganders may struggle to participate in online trading on a responsible manner.
• Unhealthy video gaming: A University of NM study indicates that 6% to 15% of gamers displayed signs of video gaming related technology addiction.
• Problematic online shopping behavior: National studies suggest that up to 16% of Americans struggle with unhealthy online shopping behavior.
• Unhealthy use of social media: A University of Michigan reports a number of troubling statistics regarding the use of social media. Young adults and adolescents were found to have a daily average screen time of more than 6.5 hours, with 96.3% of respondents reporting at least one social media apps in their top three most used apps. 60% of the respondents believe they are addicted to their phone, and 66% percent believe that it negatively impacts their grades. Nearly 94% reported experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, body image, sleeping problems, social isolation, and/or emotional difficulties.
• Dependencies on artificial intelligence: In January 2026, a package of bills (SB 757-760) were introduced in Michigan, aimed at regulating “addictive” AI-driven chatbots to protect adolescents in the state from mental health issues. While more research needs to be done as the ubiquitous use of AI in daily life evolves, early indicators suggest that Michigan joins the rest of the nation in the need to be more mindful of their dependency on AI.

As a virtual counseling platform, Kindbridge leverages technology to treat all of the above. Counseling specific to each issue are available to any Michigan resident with a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Click or call to connect right now.

Successfully Treating Cooccurring Issues

A number of mental health concerns are comorbid with technology addictions. Whether you struggle with one or more of these as cooccurring (w/ problem tech use) issues or they are standalone concerns, we will help.

Anxiety	ADHD
Bipolar Disorder	Chronic Anger + Irritability
Depression	OCD
PTSD	Substance Use Disorder