We believe mental health can no longer be a privilege
Our mission is to ensure every young person has access to emotional support from trusted adults and bite-sized mental health resources that help them reflect and grow. We partner with schools because they’re on the frontlines of the youth mental health crisis.
the scenarioNearly half of American youth will face a diagnosable mental health challenge before turning 18.
The average delay between the onset of mental health symptoms and intervention is eleven years. We’re missing the symptoms, and young people are falling through the cracks.
our approachWe consider these no-brainers as we aim to transform youth mental health through K-12 schools.
Early & CRISES InterventionAsk the right questions early and often, creating a safe digital space where students share
responsive adult relationshipsEnsure each student has at least one adult in their lives whom they can trust and confide in, either at home or at school
EMOTION REGULATION SKILLSFacilitate the development and strengthening of core skills that enable young people to thrive
WHY SCHOOLS?Schools are the most accessed mental health delivery system by children and adolescents. Of students receiving mental health services, most receive those services in schools.
We developed Closegap alongside students, teachers, school counselors, social workers, and administrators to ensure the right mental health solution was created for school settings.
We do not diagnose or treat mental illness
Our work is focused on helping youth build key social-emotional skills and develop healthy, secure attachment with trusted adults in the school building. We provide the space for young people to reflect and share, and for educators to listen and respond. This fosters genuine connection between students and school staff based on empathy and understanding. Importantly, we communicate to young people every day that they deserve to be here, they matter, they are loved, and they’re not alone.
OUR TEAMWe’re a globally distributed team of parents, social workers, teachers, technologists, and visionaries who geek out on human potential, creating safe spaces for young people, and making mental health resources accessible to all.
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