Anxiety / Depression

BUILT FOR depression and anxiety

With the right therapist, the weight can lift.

Our clinicians specialize in depression and anxiety across ages, from persistent worry and panic to low mood and losing interest in things that used to matter.

Fast virtual access to a licensed clinician.

Clinicians trained specifically in mood and anxiety disorders

Coordinated talk therapy and medication management.

Measurement-based care to track real progress.

THE BACKPACK DIFFERENCE

A model built for how depression and anxiety actually feel.

Fast access to care

95% of patients begin care within 3 days.

Mood and anxiety expertise

Clinicians trained specifically in depression and anxiety disorders, not generalists working outside their focus.

No diagnosis required to start

If you feel off, stuck, or on edge more than not, that's enough of a reason.

Medication management, if it's part of the plan.

Coordinated psychiatric care alongside therapy, not two separate systems to manage.

Medicaid-focused expertise

Built to serve Medicaid-enrolled patients, with billing and eligibility handled for you.

Judgment-free from the start

Whatever the thoughts are, however strange they feel to you, your therapist has heard it before.

How therapy works

You set the goals. We follow your lead.

45–50 minutes per session, or shorter and more frequent, based on what works.

45–50

Minutes per session

Real conversations. Real skill-building. Not rushed.

You.

You're the patient

You're the patient. Your therapist works at your pace, not a fixed script.

CBT · ACT · Meds

Approaches that work

Evidence-based approaches for depression and anxiety, adjusted as your needs change.

This week

Practical tools

Practical tools you can use between sessions, not just in the room.

Okay.

Not sure yet?

If you can't quite name what's wrong, that's fine. We'll figure it out together.

therapy when you've never done it before

Maybe nobody in your life talked about this stuff.

Maybe you've been told to just think positive, or push through, or that everyone feels this way sometimes.

Here's what to know.

You don't need to have it figured out before you start.

That's what starting is for.

You don't need a diagnosis

Feeling this way for a while is different enough.

It's not weakness.

Depression and anxiety are common, treatable, and not a character issue.

You can stop, switch, or change direction

Anytime. Always. This is your call.

When life is in motion

Care should work with that—not against it.

Bad days don't wait for a good time. Here's how we keep up.

Evenings & weekends

Real appointment times. Not just lunch-hour-only.

Online sessions

From bed, from your car, wherever feels manageable that day.

Flexible frequency

More support during harder stretches, less when things ease up.

If you move out of state

We'll help you find someone good before we let you go.

Insurance changes? Tell us

We'll figure it out. We accept Medicaid and are in-network with major plans.

Can't pay? Tell us

We won't drop you for a missed bill. We'll work with you.

if there's a lot going on at once

A lot, sometimes all atonce. Piece by piece.

Depression and anxiety rarely show up alone. We work with the whole picture, not just one symptom.

Coordinate therapy and medication management in one place

Help with Medicaid or insurance paperwork

Connect you with other providers you're already seeing

Connect with other services

Work with you through school, work, or coverage changes

Stick with you as things shift

WHAT IT COSTS

Most pay $0

Medicaid

Most people pay nothing

We accept 100+ insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE in MD, VA, MI, IL, and GA. Most pay nothing per visit.

No copay

No referral needed (most plans)

Therapy + psychiatry included

Commercial insurance

In-network with major plans

$15–$40_/Visit

Typical per-visit copay range, depending ony our plan.

Aetna · Cigna · UnitedHealthcare · and more

100+ Insurance plans accepted

We verify before your first visit

Self-pay

Transparent rates

$96_/Visit

Individual therapy, 60 minutes. Sliding-scale and group rates available.

Group sessions from $44

Sliding scale available

Get in touch — we'll figure it out

No surprise bills.

We tell you what you owe before you owe it. If anything changes, we tell you before the next visit.

Questions parents ask

You're not the only one wondering.

Do I need a diagnosis to start?

No. You do not always need a formal diagnosis to begin therapy. We can discuss your needs, concerns, and goals during the initial consultation and help determine what type of support may be appropriate.

What ages do you serve?

We provide therapy and support for children, teens, and adults. The best way to determine whether our services are a good fit is to contact us and discuss your needs and goals.

Is this covered by insurance?

Insurance coverage depends on your individual insurance plan and the services you receive. We recommend checking with your insurance provider regarding your specific benefits. We can also provide information about our fees and payment options.

How is therapy different for people struggling with depression or anxiety?

Therapy is personalized to each individual strengths, communication style, sensory needs, and goals. For depression and anxiety, we focus on creating a supportive, comfortable environment while helping develop skills such as communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, independence, and everyday functioning.

Can I switch therapists if it's not a good fit?

Absolutely. A strong relationship between the child, family, and therapist is important for successful therapy. If you feel that your current therapist isn't the right fit, please let us know. We'll work with you to find a better match whenever possible.

What if we move to another state?

If you move to another state, please let us know as soon as possible. Because therapy licensing requirements vary by state, we may not always be able to continue providing services after you move. We can help you understand your options and, when possible, assist with finding an appropriate provider in your new location.

Support for weight you've been carrying.