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AI Diagnoses, Adam's Law, and Binge Eating

Sep 22, 2026

A new AI model came close to psychiatrist-level diagnosis but fell short on clinical reasoning, and researchers found a brain circuit that reframes binge eating as more than a failure of willpower. We also cover California's new chatbot audit law, shifting private equity interest in behavioral health, and a good read on faith and therapy.

Parity Enforcement Comeback, Teens Lean on AI

Sep 15, 2026

Federal regulators signal renewed attention to mental health parity enforcement, a large international study finds psychiatrists agree on a diagnosis only 55% of the time, and new data show teen use of AI chatbots for emotional support climbing fast. We also cover a sharp rise in state crisis-service funding, schools deploying AI wellness bots, and two new resources from Berries on premium pricing and core counseling techniques.

Counseling Compact Expands, Cannabis Data, and AI Law Gaps

Sep 8, 2026

This week, two more states went live on the Counseling Compact, expanding cross-state access for licensed counselors, and Michigan clinicians got a billing overhaul that affects how supervised care gets paid. We also cover a new cannabis-mental health study, a family advocate's read on California's new AI therapy law, and a clinician's framework for telling trauma-driven dissociation from sensory overload.Each week brings new conversations about mental health, technology, and care. Between Sessions distills what's worth your attention - so you can stay informed without adding to your workload.