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Therapy for Children and Teens in Pennsylvania
Young people ages 7 up to 26 across Pennsylvania can get specialized virtual care for anxiety, OCD, and related disorders, delivered by a licensed Pennsylvania team from anywhere in the state.
- Start treatment within 1 to 4 weeks
- 3-person dedicated team: therapist, exposure coach, and psychiatrist
- Guided exposure practice in the real places anxiety and OCD show up
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What Treatment Can Change
These outcomes reflect the possible progress for young people, the kind that outlasts the program and shows up long after treatment ends.
of graduates experienced overall clinical improvement*
reported reduced anxiety symptoms*
reported a reduction in depression symptoms*
of patients reported they would recommend InStride Health to a friend*
Anxiety and OCD Treatment That Meets You Where You Are
Going virtual doesn't dilute care, it strengthens it. Across Pennsylvania, your coach supports practice where anxiety and OCD show up, and your three-person care team stays within reach between sessions, working from a single plan.
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Your Pennsylvania Care Team
The young person is the one who puts in the work. The care team keeps it moving in the right direction, so what starts in session becomes something they carry with them.
Therapist
Leads your treatment plan, helping you develop the skills and habits to manage anxiety, OCD, and related conditions. Licensed in Pennsylvania, your therapist builds your personalized care plan, tracks your progress, and coordinates with your family and school as appropriate.
Exposure coach
Guides you through practicing exposures where anxiety and OCD actually show up: school, restaurants, grocery stores, social situations. Connects by text, video, and phone during and between sessions to keep you accountable and make sure progress sticks.
Psychiatrist
Part of your care team from day one. When medication is clinically indicated, your Pennsylvania-licensed psychiatrist meets with you and your therapist to evaluate whether it could support treatment, and coordinate with the rest of your team for ongoing management. No outside referral needed.
Insurance Accepted in Pennsylvania
Insurance shouldn't be what slows a young person down. We help confirm your benefits before anything begins, and families throughout Pennsylvania can typically begin treatment within 1 to 4 weeks.
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**Cigna: Single case agreements considered for commercial plans.
***Available to certain members of BCBS of Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas based on plan design. Please check with your plan for details.
From Application to Treatment in Weeks
For young people across Pennsylvania, treatment typically begins within 1 to 4 weeks. We guide you through enrollment and have everything in place before your first session.
Apply online
You can fill out a brief application so we can see whether InStride is a good match. You'll then set up a free 15-minute call, and our team will listen to what you're going through, answer any questions, and lay out the path ahead. No cost, no obligation.
Get your personalized care plan
Next is a free evaluation, where our team takes in the whole situation, and learns what matters most. Your care plan is then designed around it.
Start treatment with your care team
You're matched with a dedicated therapist, exposure coach, and psychiatrist. Treatment includes individual, group, and caregiver sessions, plus guided real-world practice tailored to your goals.
Build skills and habits that last
Each session builds toward doing more on your own. You'll gain new ways of thinking and real-world habits for managing anxiety and OCD — with confidence so you can carry those skills with you into school, friends, and everyday life.
This is What Progress Looks Like
“Our daughter was really struggling.”
Deep Expertise in Anxiety, OCD, and Related Disorders
Anxiety and OCD take a different shape in each young person. InStride treats all of it, from the obvious presentations to the quieter ones that slip past.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is InStride available in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Because InStride's care is fully virtual, a young person anywhere in Pennsylvania can be paired with a licensed specialist. The team is also in-network with major commercial insurers across the state.
What insurance do you accept in Pennsylvania?
InStride is in-network with major commercial insurers in Pennsylvania, including Oscar, ConnectiCare, Oxford Health Plan, Harvard Pilgrim, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Aetna, Cigna, and Amerihealth PA. Because coverage depends on your specific plan, the quickest way to check yours is to apply and book a free call.
Does someone need a diagnosis to apply?
There's no diagnosis required to get started. If there’s any concern, that's reason enough, and our team will complete a full evaluation to determine whether InStride fits. If it doesn't, we'll point you toward a better option.
Will treatment interfere with the school day?
InStride is fully virtual and built to fit around school and work schedules. Most families schedule sessions in the morning, after school, or during a free period. For young adults, sessions fit around class and work. The goal is more presence at school and in life.
How long does treatment last?
Typically four to eight months. Most young people see meaningful progress within the first two months. Treatment is built around real progress, not a fixed calendar.
What if InStride isn't the right fit?
If our team determines InStride isn't the right fit after the free evaluation, we'll tell you and help identify what is. We don't enroll anyone into a program that isn't right for them.
