Support when you need it most.
Behavioral Health Virtual Services for all Californians 0-25
Each day is an opportunity to live better. Health is a combination of behavioral, emotional, mental, physical, and social factors. Where one is strengthened, the others are also strengthened. We’re with you when you need us—even when we physically can’t be.
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Designed for youth by youth
The CALSync™ platform was purposely designed in California to center around Children and Youth, and our early prototypes were then hand tested and adjusted by Californians aged 0-25. The program empowers families and communties to lead better lives, and allows stigma free access to care right in the moment it is needed.
Invite friends and family
Sometimes technology needs to get out of the way to connect humans with other humans. Add a friend, family member, guardian or other care professional to support you in your journey to better mental health.
ONLINEHolly Agundes
Holly was a teacher before becoming a counselor and is an expert in family relationships
<5MINMia Velarde
Mia is a queer womxn who has been in the mental health field since 2011
PEEREduardo Melo Alves
Eduardo is a high school student in SoCal who is triple crown certified as a mental health facilitator
Connect live with experts and peers
Conduct virtual chat and video sessions with licensed counselors, psychologists, coaches, and qualified peers of similar age. First professional sessions and peer volunteer sessions are always free and all are usually covered by Medi-Cal or your insurance.
Track mood and biometrics
Track your mood, sleep patterns, daily steps, or biological cycles using built-in trackors and sensors. Use to learn more about what effects your mental health, relationships and behaviors.
Behavioral health conditions are common. What we do isn’t.
Compassionate
Specially trained emotional health experts who listen, help you develop strategies to cope and increase your confidence in managing through stress, anxiety, etc.
Convenient
One to one, confidential, video sessions, available from the comfort of your own home or preferred location
Flexible
Appointments available during the day, at night and on weekends
24x7
Between-session support from Karla, an app that delivers unique tips and reminders personalized to you
Supportive
Family counseling is available as needed
Affordable
Available at no cost to California residents aged 0-25
People in your community are changing their lives.
See what they are saying.
Average depression (PHQ-9) reduction for new youth and children that have joined in last 30 days: 52%
Anonymous or Registered. All ages.
Your choice.
Whether you’re just in need of help around a sensitive issue or want to bring your whole support circle with you, or are a guardian/parent looking out for a minor,
Anonymous
You need help or support but don't want to register at this time, or you just want to browse the educational content to see what's available
- No login or registration
- First name basis only
- Welcome call with coach or counselor
- Access to peer network
- Immediate access to Karla®
- Access to educational content and videos
- Escalation to crisis support
With Confidential Registration
You need help or support and want access to the full program offering. All information is kept confidential between you and your care team.
- Quick and easy registration
- Personalized support
- Welcome call with coach or counselor
- Access to peer network
- Immediate access to Karla®
- Access to educational content and videos
- Escalation to crisis support
- Access to prescribers where appropriate
- Multi-device-support
- Invite your own support circle
Frequently asked questions
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out to us.
Do I need insurance?
Not to get started. If you are a California resident and between the ages of 0 and 25 then you qualify for this program. Extended professional support and/or prescription and other medical support may require Medi-Cal or other commercial insurance. All common insurances are accepted.
Do I need to tell a parent or guardian if I register?
If you are under 13 then you need parental or guardian consent. If you aged 13 and over then no, it`s up to you.
Will my friends know I`ve enrolled?
Not unless you tell them or invite them to your Karla support circle. All information is kept strictly confidential and no one, not DHCS, your school, your employer, your community center will have access to your information.
How many counseling sessions can I have
The program is still being designed at this time and this question will be updated based upon the benefit design
Do I need my own smart phone to access the program.
No not at all. We recognize many participants may share devices or not have access to a smart device at all. You can talk to our counselors and peers using a shared device in anonymous mode and can use plain SMS or voice calling.
How does regisration work?
You'll answer questions to better understand your struggles and goals. Then you will be matched with a coach or counselor and have access to a peer support network.
How are the specialists different?
Above all, our specialists care. They create relationships of trust with our participants. This is the foundation of everything we do. The technological element—Karla—is an important extension of our human care.
Is this just for those with a diagnosed mental health or substance use issue?
Nearly half of us will experience a behavioral or mental health condition at some point. The challenge is how to be there for those who are dealing with one. That is what the California for All program is about
Why is DHCS offering this program?
To improve access to behavioral health support by augmenting the current delivery system with free, on-demand, representative, engaging, and confidential virtual services