Helping kids get back to being kids

Cartwheel is a trusted mental health partner to schools. We help kids and families get back on their feet when they’re struggling and help schools build Multi-Tiered Systems of Support to catch more kids before they fall.

Evidence-based mental health care.
No waitlists.

24 hours

Between school referral and family's first conversation with a bilingual Cartwheel Care Coordinator. We welcome them to Cartwheel, collect insurance information, and schedule the first session.

7 days

Average time to first available appointment with a licensed clinician. In this one-hour virtual session, we assess the student's needs, meet the parent, and develop a treatment plan.

92% of students

Say they feel better after working with Cartwheel. Our care typically lasts two to six months and can include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and parent guidance.

24 hours

Between school referral and family's first conversation with a bilingual Cartwheel Care Coordinator. We welcome them to Cartwheel, collect insurance information, and schedule the first session.

7 days

Average time to first available appointment with a licensed clinician. In this 1 hour virtual session, we assess the student's needs, meet the parent, and develop a treatment plan.

92% of students

Say they feel better after working with Cartwheel. Our care typically lasts 2-6 months and can include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and parent guidance.

Cartwheel for schools

Kids spend most of their days in the classroom, and teachers and staff are often the first to notice when a student needs help. But with one in five young people struggling with mental health, schools are facing a downward spiral in student crises and staff burnout. As a Cartwheel partner, you’ll help students get the therapy and psychiatry they need to thrive.

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Cartwheel for parents

Your child shouldn't have to wait in line for help. Our team has decades of experience helping kids and teens build the skills they need to thrive in school, at home, and in life. If we partner with your school district, your child can see one of our licensed professionals within a week—no waitlist.

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Your Cartwheel Care team

“I grew up in a community where focusing on mental health wasn’t the norm. I want to use my career to give people in communities like mine a safe place to share their thoughts and feelings.”

Ndia Olivier, LICSW
Licensed Therapist

“English is my second language, and as a kid I often felt isolated from others. Today I’m dedicated to serving as a support system for students in every way I can.”

Joanna Domanski, MHA
Care Manager

“Growing up, I felt like it was rare for people to express their feelings and not be judged for it. I know how empowering it can be to have someone listen, understand, and validate our feelings. I hope to offer that support to the next generation.”

Anna Rodriguez, LCSW
Licensed Therapist

“Working with students and families gives me hope. I truly believe that each person I work with has a rare gift to give to the world, and that they deserve to show it.”

Jon Hirschberger, PsyD
Licensed Therapist

“I wasn’t equipped with the language to understand my identity as a young person. I’m excited to help youth be their most authentic selves.”

Jess Schpero, LICSW
Licensed Therapist

Your Cartwheel Care team

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We're building a team of mission-driven mental health clinicians, school leaders, engineers, operators, and others who are passionate about helping schools, students, and families.