Fort Health provides virtual mental health services specifically for children and adolescents through telehealth. The company matches families with licensed therapists and psychiatrists to deliver personalized care plans including therapy and parent coaching. They focus on convenient, in-network access to improve behavioral health outcomes for young patients.
Funding
$14.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many families struggle to find timely and accessible mental healthcare for children and young adults, especially given the limited availability of in-network providers and the challenges of attending in-person appointments. This shortage of resources can lead to delayed treatment and poorer outcomes for young people experiencing mental health challenges.
Solution
Fort Health offers virtual therapy and psychiatry services for children and young adults aged 4-24, providing convenient access to mental healthcare through telehealth. The platform connects families with licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners who specialize in pediatric mental health. Fort Health streamlines the process of finding a provider, scheduling appointments, and receiving treatment from home, while also coordinating care with pediatricians when needed. The company aims to improve mental health outcomes for young people by removing barriers to access and delivering personalized care plans.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes families with children and young adults aged 4-24 who are seeking accessible and convenient mental health services, as well as primary care providers and school staff looking to refer patients and students for mental healthcare.
Features
- Online therapy and psychiatry sessions conducted via secure video conferencing
- Matching algorithm to connect families with therapists and psychiatrists based on specific needs and insurance coverage
- Personalized care plans developed in collaboration with the child and their therapist
- Parent coaching and skills-building exercises to support the child's treatment
- Coordination of care with the child's pediatrician (with parental consent)
- In-network with many commercial and employer-based insurance plans in select states
- Educational resources and webinars for families on various mental health topics