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Trump and DOGE propel VA mental health system into turmoil

Last updated: March 23, 2025 8:34 pm
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By Ellen Barry, Nicholas Nehamas and Roni Caryn Rabin, The New York Times

In late February, changes in the federal government affected a psychiatrist treating veterans at her new workstation. She was required to conduct virtual therapy from a cubicle in an open office space, compromising patient privacy. This new policy, part of President Trump’s orders, has resulted in chaos and turmoil in VA facilities nationwide.

Thousands of mental health providers who were initially hired for remote positions are now required to work full-time from federal offices, a stark reversal of the VA’s pioneering virtual health care practices. The lack of space in offices has made it impossible to ensure patient privacy, leading to complaints and concerns about ethics regulations and medical privacy laws.

The rapid changes, layoffs, and terminations within the VA have created a sense of fear and uncertainty among mental health workers. Many worry about the degradation of mental health treatment, increased wait times, and a potential exodus of specialists. Veterans, who are already at a higher risk for suicide, are also expressing anxiety over the disruptions in mental health services.

The VA spokesperson dismissed concerns about compromised patient privacy, stating that accommodations will be made as needed. The Trump administration’s focus on efficiency and eliminating VA jobs has led to chaos and confusion within the agency, impacting services for millions of veterans.

Mental health providers are concerned about conducting therapy in crowded office spaces, as it violates the privacy and confidentiality expected in psychotherapy. The American Psychological Association emphasizes the need for private locations for therapy sessions to prevent privacy risks.

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As mental health clinicians consider resigning or seeking new jobs, the VA faces severe staffing shortages that could further strain services for veterans. The uncertainty and fear among staff members highlight the significant challenges facing the VA and its mission to provide quality care to those who served the country.

This article was originally published in The New York Times.

Originally Published: March 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM MDT

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