5 reasons why Handspring is the only therapy your child needs

See why Handspring is the best online therapy for your family in California.

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Reason 1:

Handspring is proven to work.

98% of parents reported meaningful improvements in their child’s daily life after therapy at Handspring. 79% of patients in treatment for depression and 84% of patients in treatment for anxiety saw clinical improvement.

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We're incredibly grateful to have found Handspring, which has been a true lifeline for our son. It's provided him with invaluable tools to work through his emotions and has significantly boosted his self-confidence. The team's flexibility in accommodating our busy schedule was also a huge relief, making it possible for him to consistently benefit. We wholeheartedly recommend Handspring to any family seeking compassionate and convenient support for their child's emotional growth.

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Jessica C.
California Handspring Mom
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I am so glad we found Handspring for our daughter. She was in a really dark place and really struggling and made a fast connection with her Handspring therapist who helped her and us as her parents immensely. I have recommended Handspring to so many other parents. I am very happy with Handspring.

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Sarah K.
California Handspring Mom
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My daughter had such a positive experience with Handspring. Christine was amazing with her and my daughter felt very comfortable talking to her. My daughter’s self confidence and attitude have improved drastically since starting Handspring. Thank you so much!

Satisfied female client sharing her positive mental health experience with our therapy services for children, teens, and families.
Hannah D.
California Handspring Mom
Reason 2:

All Handspring therapists are specially trained pediatric therapists.

Our therapists and clinicians are specially trained to work with children and adolescents across all stages of development. Every clinician spends 15% of their weekly time in expert-led supervision, clinical case review, and ongoing training.

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Sarah Wallin

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Michael Rodriguez

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Christine Saint-Cyr

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Katerina Tegeler

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Anthony Savio

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Sidney Rice

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Ryan Hutchings

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Aliza Kaplan

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Laura Murillo

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Aurora Butler

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Nicole Bieniasz

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Lindsay Gonyeau

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Serena Bednarczyk

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Reason 3:

Covered by most insurance plans.

Your first consultation is free, then insurance covers the sessions after that with a nominal copay. Most Handspring families pay less than $30 per session.
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Reason 4:

We cover nearly all mental health conditions.

Our pediatric therapists are trained in evaluating and treating a wide range of conditions and concerns. These include anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, other mood disorders, impulse control, and adjustment disorders among others.

Social anxiety
Generalized anxiety
Panic attacks
Specific phobias
Sadness
Depression
Irritability
Loneliness
Withdrawal
Tantrums
Defiance
Obsessions
OCD
Impulsivity
ODD
ADHD
Transition to school
Transition to camp
Bullying
Trauma
Grief
PTSD
Lifechanges
Parent-child communication
Parenting challenges
Parental stress
Reason 5:

Fast appointments, flexible scheduling.

There’s no waitlist, and your free consultation is available within 48 hours. After that, you can start treatment within a week. With virtual sessions, flexible scheduling, and length of treatment tailored to your family’s needs, this is high-quality care that’s made to fit your life.

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