Douglas County is partnering with Teladoc Health to provide residents with free, confidential access to its mental health service, available online 24/7.

Teladoc Health’s mental health service offers support for people managing depression, anxiety, stress, sleep issues, grief, relationships and more. Users can set health goals, track progress and receive personalized plans with suggested activities tailored to their needs.

According to Teledoc Health, 90% of users report feeling better after using the service.

Residents can sign up at TeladocHealth.com using access code: DouglasCounty.

Douglas County has funded an online resource since 2019 through a quarter-cent behavioral health sales tax at an annual cost of about $28,500. Previously branded as myStrength, the mental health service was recently renamed as part of its integration into the Teladoc Health brand. Existing myStrength users received instructions on how to activate their new accounts with all prior data carried over.

“We are excited to continue offering free and unlimited access to a mental health resource for Douglas County residents,” said Bob Tryanski, director of behavioral health projects for Douglas County. “Teladoc Health’s mental health service gives community members the freedom to pursue personal wellness in a self-directed way.”

Community health partners also use the platform with clients and promote the resource. Partners include LMH Health, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center, Heartland Community Health Center, Heartland RADAC, HeadQuarters Kansas, Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health, Lawrence Community Shelter, Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority and Community Children's Center.