Little Otter

Little Otter is a telepsychiatry platform focused on children and their families. It provides virtual and on-demand therapy, psychiatry, and wellness programs for pediatrics and the whole family, connecting them with parenting specialists, early childhood trained therapists, couples therapists, and pediatric psychiatrists. Additionally, the platform offers proprietary assessments and quarterly mental health check-ups, creating personalized care plans for the family.

The company’s approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and data-driven solutions, combining technology with personalized care from licensed professionals. The company's services include child therapy, child psychiatry, couples counseling, and parenting support, all accessible through their app and online platform. It uses proprietary assessments and quarterly mental health check-ups for each child and caregiver to ensure comprehensive care. The company has also developed resources such as a back-to-school toolkit and a holiday toolkit to help parents navigate anxiety and stress related to these events.

In September 2022, the company acquired emotional wellness product company Little Renegades to expand its mental health toolkit for children and families. As of January 2022, Little Otter reported 45% MoM growth since its launch, with 85% of families reaching clinical improvements within six sessions. 

Key customers and partnerships

Little Otter partners with health plans, healthcare provider networks, schools, and strategic partners to extend its reach, including Independence Blue Cross, AmeriHealth, and Florida Blue. In March 2023, the company partnered with healthcare company Sana to provide children and their families access to mental health care.