Bend Health

Why We Like It

Bend Health's integrated coaching model addresses one of the most common complaints about weekly therapy — that one hour per week is not enough support for children in active crisis. By adding between-session coaching check-ins, Bend provides more continuity of care than a traditional therapy-only model, and its Medicaid acceptance in select states makes it one of the more accessible options on this list.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Integrated coaching between therapy sessions provides more frequent touchpoints than weekly therapy alone
• Strong insurance coverage including Medicaid in select states, making it accessible to more income levels
• Serves ages 1–17 with developmental stage-appropriate approaches across the child age spectrum

Cons

• Coaching model varies in depth depending on the coach assigned; experience can differ meaningfully by provider
• Less name recognition than Brightline means fewer employer benefits plans have pre-negotiated coverage

Score Breakdown

Platforms were evaluated on clinical quality and evidence-based methods, access speed and wait times, child-specific specialization including parent involvement in the care model, insurance coverage, and value.