Who said anything about a license. It's actually not quite that bad. I've made my views on this subject clear on many occasions. It is not therapy. Whatever you call it, people continue to do it.
Consumers seem to be receiving value, and they find it convenient.
It is important to be aware of the unique characteristics of written communication. The discussion forums here at Behavior Online are excellent examples of the richness of plain text. Occasionally we also see some of the problems. Subtle nuances are lost, and posts are sometimes misinterpreted. I believe that this makes diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders impossible at this time.