San Francisco-based Little Otter offers an evidence-based, whole-family mental health package that prioritizes the mental wellbeing of each family member, from toddlers and teenagers to their parents.
Little Otter says its team of licensed therapists, psychiatrists and parenting specialists last year delivered more than 56,000 virtual sessions, addressing mental health issues including prenatal and postpartum, marital conflict, parent-child relationships, LGBTQ identity and self-harm.
Customers reported mental health improvements in just six sessions. “By focusing on families as a whole, they are delivering the kind of mental health care that is long overdue,” said Carrie Walton Penner of Fiore Ventures, an investor in the new round. “Their ability to blend AI-driven personalization with human-centered care is a game-changer, and I’m excited to support their journey in making high-quality mental health support more accessible nationwide.”
Youth mental health
Little Otter’s digital mental health service is available in 15 US states, including New York, California, Pennsylvania and Colorado, under Medicaid and commercial insurance plans.
“Today’s young people face unprecedented challenges that demand a fresh perspective on mental healthcare,” said Erin Harkless Moore of Pivotal Ventures, which joined the round alongside Torch Capital, Springbank, CRV, Next Legacy, G9 and Gratitude Railroad.
Little Otter has raised $36 million since 2020. The woman-led company saw a 2.5x revenue growth last year.
