Mental Health Support Nationwide

Our onboarding process

Guided Therapy Onboarding Experience
our onboarding process

Footprints philosophy: A therapist who understands you

Discover our step-by-step onboarding process designed to get you started quickly and ensure long-term success.

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The Theory

The existing clinical processes of the DSM 5 are largely rooted in experiences of more privileged people and not as universally applicable, as every person is shaped by unique life experiences and emotional backgrounds.

The DSM 5

The DSM 5 is a classification system for mental health conditions published by the American Psychiatric Association, helping therapists use shared standards, structured diagnosis methods, and clearer communication throughout therapeutic care processes

Someone who understands you

During onboarding, you’ll answer questions about your preferences and therapist expectations so we can thoughtfully match you with someone who feels relatable, emotionally supportive, understanding, and aligned with your personal background and needs

Feedback and Followups

After your first sessions, our intake team checks your comfort, therapist connection, communication experience, and overall progress to ensure your therapeutic journey continues feeling supportive, flexible, responsive, and personally aligned over time.