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Research shows that the mental health toll of mass shootings extends far beyond\u00a0the terror reported by survivors and witnesses.

When Pat Paulson's son told her he was feeling anxious and depressed at college, Paulson went through her Blue Cross Blue Shield provider directory and started calling mental health therapists.

The proliferation worries some traditional mental health professionals, who have raised concerns about aggressive advertising and whether patient care is compromised.

There are several things that can prevent you from getting therapy or other mental health treatment. But for many, the biggest blocker of all is the cost.

Consumers who have trouble getting in to see a therapist are turning to online behavioral health providers that offer quick access. But there’s limited research on their effectiveness.