Support your child with evidence-based care from the top rated pediatric therapy, specialized in treating children and teens.
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What Makes Handspring Different
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We know how hard it is to find care you can trust. That’s why we’ve invested deeply in building a program that’s based on evidence and focused on real, lasting change. Our care not only eases symptoms — it helps children build lifelong skills for resilience and wellbeing.
Amy Kranzler, PhD
Why Parents Choose Handspring
Our therapists are specially trained to support kids with ODD
Sidney Rice
Aliza Kaplan
Michael Rodriguez
Serena Bednarczyk
Katerina Tegeler
Anthony Savio
Ryan Hutchings
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Lindsay Gonyeau
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Sarah Wallin
Aurora Butler
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Nicole Bieniasz
Christine Saint-Cyr
Laura Murillo
We only use evidence-based care that delivers real progress
Gold-standard behavior therapy
We lead with evidence-based care. Our therapists primarily use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), the gold-standard, first-line treatment for anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. CBT helps kids, teens, and young adults develop practical skills they can use every day for lasting emotional resilience.
Close collaboration with parents
Parents are essential partners in the therapy process, which is why our care model includes ongoing training and support just for you. We offer scheduled parent training sessions using BPT (behavioral parent training), a research-backed approach that helps parents manage emotional and behavioral challenges at home with confidence and consistency.
We also encourage regular check-ins with your child’s therapist between sessions, so you can stay in the loop and feel supported every step of the way.
Accurate diagnosis
At Handspring, we believe that accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of meaningful mental health care. Therefore, every child’s care begins with a thorough and thoughtful diagnostic assessment that lets us understand the challenges they’re facing and identify the best path forward. Our clinicians take the time to listen carefully, gather detailed histories, and use evidence-based tools to gain a full picture of each child’s emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
This comprehensive approach ensures that we don’t just treat symptoms, but also address root causes. By starting with a precise understanding of a child’s experiences and strengths, we can craft personalized treatment plans that are both targeted and effective. The result is care that feels relevant, responsive, and empowering for children and families alike.
Parents see real change in their child
FAQs
I'm not sure if my child has ODD. Do you help with diagnosis?
What other challenges do you help with?
What is your clinical approach?
Our therapists primarily use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), the gold-standard, first-line treatment for anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. Centered on skills-based CBT, our evidence-based approach helps young people better understand their thoughts, manage their emotions, and build lasting coping strategies that support emotional and behavioral well-being.
The key elements of our approach include:
- Age-appropriate skill-building
- Collaborative and active participation
- Parental involvement
- Strengths-based perspective
- Progress tracking and feedback
What age range do you treat?
We provide virtual therapy for:
- Children ages 8–12
- Teenagers ages 13–17
- Young adults ages 18–29
- Parents of children over age 2 for parent coaching and support
Do you accept insurance?
Yes — we’re in-network with:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Oscar
- UnitedHealthcare
- Optum
- Cigna
- AmeriHealth
Before services start, we’ll verify your benefits and let you know your exact copay. Most families pay less than $30 per session (including all costs such as copays, deductibles, and coinsurance).
We currently do not accept Medicaid, CHIP, or other state-based plans.
How much do your services cost without insurance?
Your first consultation is free, and sessions cost $125 after that ($175 in CA). If you’re paying out of pocket, you’ll get the same exact care and support as you would with insurance coverage.
Do I need a doctor’s referral?
No referral is needed. Parents and caregivers can book directly with us — it only takes a few minutes.