The shortage of mental health providers in North Dakota has led to long wait times and increased costs for individuals seeking treatment. Inseparable, a national mental health advocacy organization, compiled information from various mental health state agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services. The report found that North Dakota had met only 34.9% of its need for mental health services. Factors such as low pay, long wait periods, and underinvestment in the field are contributing factors. While the state is working to address these issues, Essentia Health has offered training to aspiring doctors to become mental health professionals.