About Us
We’re directly addressing the needs of young people in crisis
Young people and families are living through a mental health epidemic. We’re fighting it head-on with industry-leading care and equitable access.
“Personalized mental healthcare saved me when I was a teen. It’s my mission to make that same care accessible to everyone, everywhere.”
Carter Barnhart
CEO and Co-Founder
After surviving a sexual assault as a teen, I struggled with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation for years. I eventually entered a residential treatment program where I received therapy multiple times per week alongside other young people just like me. After I successfully completed treatment, I found a new sense of hope and purpose. I was inspired to find a way to bring this same hope to as many young people as possible.
We founded Charlie Health to create the solution for teens and young adults who lack access to sustainable, affordable, and personalized healing. Amidst an ever-growing youth mental health crisis, our vision is clear: better care, from anywhere, with lifelong results.
An evidence-based approach that works
9-12 weeks
Our evidence-based programs are for young people in need of a higher level of support, with comprehensive, personalized treatment plans alongside peers with common goals.
Flexible care plans
We work with you to create a treatment plan that fits your schedule, your insurance, and your goals.
100% matched
Every new client is paired with a personalized therapist who is trained to address their specific needs and with a group of peers coming from similar backgrounds and life experiences.
National Averages
1/3
of people in the U.S. live in an area without access to appropriate mental healthcare providers
$10k+
the potential yearly cost of healthcare for a person with major depression
48 days
the national average wait time for behavioral health services
22%
of high school students seriously considered suicide in the past year
Charlie Health
100%
of Charlie Health clients are matched with a personalized care plan and Primary Therapist
300+
insurers we work with to enable affordable and accessible treatment
24/7
access to our Admissions Team to get started with virtual IOP and access other resources
71%
of Charlie Health clients report significant decreases in suicidal ideation at discharge
Our values
Our mission is more than ambitious. It’s a mandate.
Connection
We are a team who cares deeply and personally about the entire Charlie Health family: our patients, providers, payors, and team members.
Congruence
To be the best providers, we must emphasize open and candid communication. We will always adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and personal responsibility.
Commitment
Our team relies on each individual player’s effort and passion to accomplish our collective goal.
We’re rebuilding high-acuity care from the ground up and need the best minds to do it.
Comprehensive mental health treatment from home
92% of parents & caregivers would recommend Charlie Health to a friend or family member