Careforgrowingminds

Talkspace understands the mental health needs of youth communities and partners with municipalities, school districts, non-profits, and employers to provide tailored support to their teens and young adults. Learn about our research-backed offerings and how we can work together to ensure the youth in your community thrive.

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We understand youth communities

How Talkspaces transforms mental health support for teens

Schools and other organizations that serve youth often aren’t resourced to address mental health at the speed and scale needed to ensure that diverse needs are met, and that at-risk youth get the right care quickly. Partner with Talkspace to provide a teen-centered solution for both prevention and treatment.

Youth-friendly technology

Self-guided courses and online classes in the Talkspace Go app engage teens in their mental health, and the Talkspace therapy app makes 1-on-1 therapy convenient, private, and approachable.

Therapist match in 1 day

Youth can begin messaging with their therapist right away, and schedule a live session within about a week. Rapid access to support prevents escalation of mental health challenges.

24/7 access

Teens send and receive messages (text, video, or audio) with their therapists at any time, when school counselors aren’t available (school nights see the highest engagement). Self-guided courses provide support teens engage with on their own terms.

Teens self-refer to therapy

Teens sign up for therapy on their own, at any time, through the Talkspace app or website, and receive parent consent through a streamlined email process. No coaches or triage stand between teens and the expert care they deserve.

Supporting youth mental health at every step

Talkspace therapists can guide youth through typical challenges like school stress and relationship conflicts and also treat serious mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. These three anecdotes describe common ways Talkspace supports youth.

JOSE  |  Under academic pressure

Jose feels overwhelmed by school. He’s under pressure from his family and his own high standards to get good grades, but he’s struggling to keep up while balancing a part-time job. His therapist works with him to develop personalized strategies to manage his schedule and they talk through his anxieties about the future. They also practice grounding techniques to help Jose overcome his anxiety and enhance his focus on exam days.

ROSIE  |  Navigating intense relationships

Rosie argues with her mom about homework and curfew, and frequently gets her feelings hurt by her friend group. But she gets things off her chest by talking to her Talkspace therapist, and her therapist helps her develop better communication and conflict resolution skills. Over time she’s able to be less reactive and more empathetic, and recognize which friendships are positive ones and which aren’t.

DYLAN  |  Early symptoms of depression

Dylan’s been skipping assignments and she’s grown distant from some friends. She spends a lot of time on social media and notices that it makes her feel bad about herself. A school counselor notices that Dylan seems off and refers her to Talkspace. Her Talkspace therapist diagnoses her with mild depression and gives her cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) exercises. By learning to interrogate and reframe negative thoughts, Dylan’s depressive symptoms improve after three months and her grades do too.

500K

teens with free access

25K+

helped

1 day

to therapist match

68%

report improvement

95%

use messaging therapy

What Talkspace offers youth

Self-Guided

The Talkspace Go app offers 70+ self-guided, clinically supported programs that promote personal growth outside formal sessions. Youth can access weekly therapist-led live classes and other resources designed specifically for their needs.

Therapy

Talkspace offers therapy for youth 13+ by connecting them with licensed therapists who provide guidance on stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Teen-friendly communication options include messaging (text, voice, or video messages) and 1-on-1 scheduled sessions over video, audio, or live chat.

Psychiatry

Youth 18 and older can schedule video sessions with a Talkspace psychiatry provider for an evaluation, prescriptions for mental health medication (if appropriate), and medication management. Talkspace psychiatry providers and therapists can share care notes if the youth consents.

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Solutions designed with teens in mind

Fast therapist match and a nationwide network

Teens can be matched with a licensed provider within days, to start messaging therapy and schedule live sessions. Access across 50 states makes therapy accessible for high school and college students whether in school or on break.

Flexible, youth-friendly options

A choice of modalities (messaging, audio, and video) fit into busy schedules and provide first-time therapy seekers with convenient, approachable care. Teens love the texting option: Among NYC teens 13-17, 95% engage in messaging with their therapist and 60% use messaging exclusively despite the option of free video sessions.

Peer-to-peer support

A virtual peer support destination provides a safe place for teens 13-17 to connect anonymously with peers, under therapist moderation.

Self-Guided

Self-guided programs backed by research and designed to improve emotional intelligence and well-being, both in and out of the workplace.

Therapy

Emotional and behavioral support from experienced, licensed, and caring clinicians—treatment can begin within days of registration.

Psychiatry

Prompt evaluation, prescription, and management from licensed medical prescribers who are specialized in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.

What teens say about Talkspace

Real Teenspace member Julie
“When I talk to my therapist I’m able to tell him things that I don’t really want to tell my mom, because I don’t want her to be upset. I’m able to tell him some of the things I overthink about and let them go.”
Julie
13
Real Teenspace member Ruby
“They’re here to help you, not to tell you what’s wrong or tell you what you should do. They’re here to help guide you.”
Ruby
17
Real Teenspace member MD
“As a New York City teen you go through so much, from your school to your life, to your relationships. So the emotional support that therapy gives definitely helps.”
MD
17
Real Teenspace member Rory
“Talkspace is always going to be there. There’s always someone on the other end, so I would definitely recommend it.”
Rory
17

Teenspace Community
peer support

As an optional supplement to therapy your youth population can participate in our teen-led, therapist-curated online peer support space.

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A safe space where teens connect anonymously
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Daily reflections guide discussion
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Teens give and receive support
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Moderated to ensure safety

Clinically proven results

Over a decade of experience validates Talkspace’s treatment methods:

30+

published
studies

20+

prestigious research
collaborators

4 NIH

grants
awarded

High-quality care backed by evidence

Talkspace partners with major research institutions to validate the quality of our treatment methods.

70%

saw improvement of anxiety or depression symptoms within 3 months.

80%

reported Talkspace was as or more effective than face-to-face therapy.

98%

found Talkspace to be more convenient than face-to-face therapy.

Source: BMC Psychiatry,Journal of Telemedicine e-Health

Solutions for diverse organizations

Whether you represent a government, school district, employer, or other organization, Talkspace can design a partnership that offers the specific support and tools needed to improve and maintain the mental health of your youth population.

If you are in a position to address the youth mental health crisis and make change within your organization or community, let’s have a conversation.

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