Backpack Healthcare partners with Atlanta Public Schools to bring trusted mental health support to students — at school or virtually, with the whole family included.
schools served across the district
from referral to first session
elementary through high school
Just learned your school partners with Backpack? Here's the short version: Backpack Healthcare is a mental health practice that brings trusted therapy and psychiatry to students and their families— right where they already are.
Reocurring virtual sessions that build caregiver skills and confidence — practical strategies for supporting a child’s mental health at home.
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An always-on digital tool that reinforces coping skills between sessions with guided activities and psychoeducation tied to each student’s goals.
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On-the-ground presence at school events, connecting directly with students, caregivers, and staff, and making referral pathways easy to find.
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Small, on-campus groups building skills in emotional regulation, stress management, coping, and healthy relationships.
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On-campus peer specialists who offer 1:1 coaching and co-facilitate groups, connecting students to higher levels of care when needed.
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Confidential, individual therapy sessions in a designated space on campus for students who need more consistent, focused support.
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Caregiver sessions, coaching, and collaborative planning that reinforce progress at home, with warm referrals when needs go beyond school-based care.
Anyone can reach out. If you're ready to get care or curious about what therapy can do for you or your family, you can start the process yourself, no referral required.
Covered by Medicaid, Medicaid MCOs, and most major commercial plans
Most families pay $0 out of pocket
Usually seen within days, not months
A referral simply means someone who cares about your child thought a little extra support could help. Here's exactly what happens next.
Friendly, licensed, and dedicated to your schools. Here's a little about the people your child will get to know.
"Hi! I’m Tasha. I work with high schoolers across Midtown and North Atlanta. My office is a no- judgment zone — bring whatever’s on your mind."
"¡Hola! I’m Carlos. I help middle schoolers and their families work as a team. Small changes at home and school add up fast."
You don't need the right words for what's going on — just tell us what you're noticing. Here's some of what our Atlanta team supports most often.
Care doesn't stop at the end of a session. The Care Companion app keeps your family connected between visits — free for everyone.
Simple daily mood check-ins your child can do solo or together with you
Coping tools and activities picked by your child's own therapist
Direct messaging with your care team, right from your phone
Practical, judgment-free workshops led by Backpack clinicians. Register in a tap — all are virtual and open to Atlanta caregivers.
No. You can sign up and schedule to see a provider without a referral.
Therapy sessions are typically 45 to 60 minutes. Psychiatry intake appointments are usually 60 minutes, and follow-up med management visits are shorter, around 20 to 30 minutes.
Most start with weekly sessions. Frequency adjusts as you progress. On average, people complete about 16 sessions with us, but treatment length is individualized.
Absolutely. The relationship matters a lot. If something is not working, tell us and we will help find a better match with no awkwardness or penalty.
We offer virtual therapy and psychiatry across all of our states, and in-person care in select locations. Many families choose virtual for convenience and stick with it long-term.
If your child is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For urgent mental health support, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Backpack is not an emergency service, but we can help with follow-up care after a crisis.
We serve patients 4 years and older.
We offer individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy. Our clinicians are trained in evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT skills, trauma-informed care, and play therapy for younger children.
You can reschedule through your patient portal, our chat assistant, or by contacting our care team at 866-968-6342. We need 24 hour notice so the slot can go to another family who needs it.
Yes. Our psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can evaluate, prescribe medication when clinically appropriate, and manage ongoing medication needs alongside therapy.
