Handspring Health provides evidence-based mental health therapy for children, teenagers, and young adults, addressing conditions like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. They utilize established modalities such as CBT to build lasting emotional resilience and practical skills for patients. The service also offers integrated medication management and expert-led parenting support to ensure comprehensive family care.
Funding
$2.5M 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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Problem
Many children and adolescents face significant barriers to accessing timely and effective mental health care, including long waitlists and a shortage of therapists specializing in pediatric behavioral health. Traditional therapy settings may also be inconvenient or inaccessible for families, hindering consistent engagement with treatment.
Solution
Handspring provides a comprehensive pediatric behavioral health platform that integrates virtual and in-person therapy sessions to improve access to care. The platform connects families with licensed therapists trained in evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Parent Training (BPT). Handspring's approach involves parents and caregivers in the treatment process, offering parenting support alongside individual therapy for children and young adults. By offering flexible scheduling and accepting various insurance plans, Handspring aims to make mental healthcare more affordable and accessible for families.
Target Audience
Handspring primarily serves children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 8-29) experiencing mental health challenges, as well as their parents and caregivers seeking support and guidance.
Features
- Individual therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 8-29)
- Parenting support for parents of children aged 2+
- Treatment for a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, and trauma
- Matching with therapists specializing in pediatric behavioral health
- Virtual and in-person therapy options for flexible access
- Integration with insurance, FSA, and HSA for affordable care
- Out-of-network reimbursement support