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Real change in the lives of real young people

Each year, OTTP-NorCal serves over 1,000 youth and families across Northern California. The outcomes we see, from reduced anxiety to high school graduation to job placement, reflect what happens when young people receive consistent, compassionate, evidence-based care.

“After my son started seeing a nurse practitioner, psychiatrist, and a therapist here at OTTP, it was a breath of fresh air, not only for him, but for me. He was able to express himself, he was able to get off of medication, and he was able to live like a normal child.”

Janet, OTTP Parent

What changes when youth receive consistent care

OTTP-NorCal youth benefit from our services in a multitude of ways. Here are the outcomes we consistently see across our programs.

Decreased symptoms of depression & anxiety

Increased self-efficacy

Improvement in self-regulation

Attainment of personal, educational & vocational goals

High school completion

College enrollment

Job placement

Increased life satisfaction & hope

In their own words

“The amazing OTTP Team at Independence High School literally brought wellness services outside of the Wellness Center and into the larger community. Their approach through activity-based therapy has helped us support many more students who would've never walked into the Wellness Center for services. OTs have revolutionized our service delivery system, and we are a more effective student support program because of them!”

Dre Collaco, LCSW PPSC · Independence HS Wellness Coordinator

“It is so challenging to have a child who struggles with mental health and has issues that I can't help with… After my son started seeing a nurse practitioner, psychiatrist, and a therapist here at OTTP, it was a breath of fresh air, not only for him, but for me. He was able to express himself, he was able to get off of medication, and he was able to live like a normal child.”

Janet, OTTP Parent

Help us reach more young people

Every gift to OTTP-NorCal directly supports the mental health services that create outcomes like these. Your generosity makes this work possible.