irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $82KTHE CHILD AND ADOLESCENT TRAINING IN EVIDENCE-BASED PSYCHOTHERAPIES (CATIE) PROGRAM IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE REACH INSTITUTE AND LEADING CLINICIANS AND TREATMENT RESEARCHERS TO PROVIDE THERAPISTS TRAINING IN EVIDENCE-BASED PSYCHOTHERAPY TREATMENTS. THROUGH CATIE, THERAPISTS LEARN HOW TO ACCURATELY ASSESS THEIR CLIENTS AND PROVIDE AND PROVIDECOGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT) FOR DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR SYMPTOMS, ANXIETY SYMPTOMS, DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS, AND TRAUMA SYMPTOMS. TRAINING INCLUDES A 2-DAY WORKSHOP FOLLOWED BY 12 GROUP CONSULTATION CALLS. WE ALSO HAVE CATIE COURSES FOR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS: CBT FOR ANXIETY IN PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE (CBT-A IN PPC), PRACTICAL BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN PRIMARY CARE (PBM), ADDRESSING TRAUMA IN PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE (ATIPP), AND MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING FOR SCHOOL NURSES. IN 2024, 109 PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS COMPLETED CBT-A TRAINING, 33 PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS COMPLETED PBM TRAINING, 18 PROVIDERS COMPLETED ATIPP TRAINING, AND 57 COMPLETED MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING FOR SCHOOL NURSES.
- #2 $65KTHE ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH IN PRIMARY CARE PROGRAM (ABH-PC) PROVIDES FAMILY PHYSICIANS, NURSE PRACTITIONERS, AND PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANTS WITH UP-TO-DATE TRAINING IN CARING FOR ADULTS WITH COMMON MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS. DELIVERED BY A WORLD-CLASS FACULTY OF PSYCHIATRISTS AND FAMILY PHYSICIANS, ABH-PC TRAINING HELPS CLINICIANS TRANSFORM THEIR PRACTICES, INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY, AND IMPROVE WORK SATISFACTION. THIS INNOVATIVE PROGRAM INCREASES CLINICIANS' COMFORT WITH ASSESSING, DIAGNOSING, AND TREATING ADULT MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS. IN 2024, 11 PROVIDERS COMPLETED THE ABH-PC PROGRAM.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Addressing Trauma in Pediatric Primary Care (ATIPP)
Trains clinicians to identify and address trauma symptoms in pediatric patients within primary care settings using evidence-based approaches.
Adult Behavioral Health in Primary Care (ABH-PC)
Trains family physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to assess, diagnose, and treat common adult mental health conditions in primary care settings.
CATIE Program
Child and Adolescent Training in Evidence-Based Psychotherapies (CATIE) trains therapists in cognitive-behavioral therapy for disruptive behavior, anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms. Includes a 2-day workshop followed by 12 group consultation calls.
CBT for Anxiety in Pediatric Primary Care (CBT-A in PPC)
Trains primary care providers to deliver CBT techniques for pediatric anxiety during routine visits, improving access to evidence-based care in primary care settings.
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) Provider Certification
Offers intensive coaching to clinicians and school-based personnel in the CPS model for managing challenging behaviors in youth.
Mental Health Training for School Nurses
Provides school nurses with tools to support students' mental health needs and connect families with appropriate resources.
Practical Behavior Management in Primary Care (PBM)
Equips primary care providers with strategies to assess and manage disruptive behavior symptoms in children during primary care visits.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Training and Certification in Mental Health 3 activities
- Implement train-the-trainer programs to ensure sustainable workforce developmentCertifies faculty within institutions to deliver REACH training programs internally, enabling continuous education and long-term sustainability of pediatric mental health care capacity. This model supports scaling of best practices across health systems and academic centers.
- Provide customized group training to healthcare and educational institutionsOffers on-site or virtual tailored training programs for hospitals, health systems, primary care networks, mental health clinics, schools, and other organizations, designed to build workforce capacity in pediatric mental health care. Training formats include workshops, case discussions, role-playing, and interactive sessions adapted to institutional needs.
- Train clinicians in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for youth anxietyOffers a structured CBT training program for mental health and primary care clinicians focused on treating youth anxiety, consisting of a one-day virtual live workshop followed by multiple case-based group learning calls. The curriculum covers CBT principles, exposure therapy, psychoeducation, and practical application through case discussions.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Award scholarships for clinician training in high-need communitiesFunds full-tuition scholarships for primary care clinicians practicing in underserved areas to participate in REACH training programs, including the PPP program. Approximately 50 scholarships are awarded annually, covering workshop attendance, case-based learning calls, and course materials.
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Autism & Neurodiversity Education Workshops 1 activity
- Deliver Autism Essentials training for primary care cliniciansProvides a one-day virtual training course developed in partnership with the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics to improve primary care providers’ ability to support autistic youth. The program uses adult learning methods including case discussions, role-playing, and interactive questioning, and includes access to a resource library for ongoing use.
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Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
- Deliver the Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care (PPP) training programDelivers a comprehensive four-month training program for primary care clinicians that begins with a 3-day workshop followed by twice-monthly case-based learning calls, equipping them with evidence-based skills to manage pediatric mental health conditions. The program has trained nearly 10,000 clinicians across the U.S. and Canada and is associated with a 67% reduction in specialist referrals and significant cost savings.
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
- Produce and distribute direct education resources for clinicians, families, and educatorsCreates and shares educational videos, clinical toolkits, screening tools, brochures, handbooks, and guides on topics including ADHD, LGBTQIA+ youth support, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, and communication challenges. Resources are designed for use by primary care providers, educators, parents, and youth.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Conduct research on pediatric mental health training models and outcomesLeads peer-reviewed and longitudinal research on the effectiveness of workforce training strategies, including task-sharing, upskilling, and large-scale implementation to improve primary care responses to youth mental health needs such as suicidality and anxiety. Research includes analysis of clinical impact, cost savings, and system-level outcomes.
- Promote and teach measurement-based care in pediatric mental healthTrains clinicians to use standardized rating scales such as the PSC-17, PHQ-9 for teens, and Columbia Depression Scale to assess symptoms and guide treatment decisions in pediatric mental health care, promoting data-informed clinical practice.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.48M
Contributions & grants$525K21%
Program service revenue$1.87M75%
Investment income$89K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.49M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.23M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.16M
Cash$205K
Investments$1.85M
Liabilities$161K
Net assets$2.00M
Liquid reserves9.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| LISA HUNTER ROMANELLI PHD | CEO | 40 | $224K |
| LISA KHAN-KAPADIA | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 40 | $126K |
| PETER S JENSEN MD | CHAIR | 4 | $67K |
board members · 16
- ALAN AXELSON MD — DIRECTOR
- ANDREW SAGAT — DIRECTOR
- ANIKA WARREN WOOD — DIRECTOR
- ANYSA HOLDER — DIRECTOR
- DANIELLE LEWIS LEVY — DIRECTOR
- DEBORAH BUCCINO MD — DIRECTOR
- ELIZABETH REAGAN — DIRECTOR THRU 9/10/24
- ERICA RUBACH — DIRECTOR THRU 10/3/24
- JAMI SCHWARTZ — DIRECTOR
- PAULA DAVIS — DIRECTOR
- REKA SHINKLE — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT MARSHALL — TREASURER
- ROBIN HULSHIZER — SECRETARY
- SETH FINKEL — VICE CHAIR
- SUNMEE HUH — DIRECTOR
- WYNFORD DORE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 34
Who they work with
- AARP Partner — 2024 AARP Purpose Prize Award Winner
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Partner — Collaborates on mental health resources for parents.
- CanREACH Partner — Licensed to deliver the PPP training program to primary care clinicians in its region
- Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) Partner — Linked as a resource partner for ADHD support and education.
- Children’s Primary Care Medical Group Partner — Partner organization that required all primary care clinicians to attend REACH training and committed to onboarding new hires into the program.
- Columbia University Partner — Collaborated on the development of the Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care (PPP) program model.
- Columbia University Partner — Collaborates with REACH faculty on training programs such as Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care.
- Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Partner — Linked as a support resource for mood disorders.
- Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Partner — 2023 DRK Entrepreneur
- Elevate Prize Foundation Partner — 2025 Elevate Prize Winner
- Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health Partner — Linked as a resource partner supporting families of children with mental health needs.
- Gender Spectrum Partner — Linked as a resource partner for gender-diverse youth.
- Leading Clinicians and Treatment Researchers Partner — Collaborates with leading clinicians and treatment researchers to develop and deliver evidence-based psychotherapy training.
- Mental Health America Partner — Linked as a national mental health resource partner.
- National Alliance for the Mentally III Partner — Linked as a mental health advocacy and support partner.
- National Center for Transgender Equality Partner — Linked as a resource partner providing FAQ on transgender rights and health.
- National Institute of Mental Health Government — Former affiliation of founder Peter S. Jensen, who led child and adolescent research at NIMH.
- National Institute of Mental Health Government — Former affiliation where Dr. Jensen served as Associate Director of Child and Adolescent Research and led landmark studies such as the Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with ADHD (MTA).
- PFLAG Partner — Linked as a support organization for parents and friends of LGBTQ individuals.
- Peter S. Jensen Partner — Board Chair, Founder, and Chief Scientist of The REACH Institute
- Point of Pride Partner — Linked as a resource partner offering gender-affirming care support.
- Residency Programs Partner — Collaborates with residency programs to deliver mental health training to faculty and residents
- Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Partner — Collaborated with The REACH Institute to develop the Autism Essentials course for primary care clinicians.
- TGEA (Transgender Education Association) Partner — Linked as a resource partner in transgender education.
- The Jed Foundation Partner — Linked as a resource partner in pediatric mental health support.
- The Trevor Project Partner — Linked as a resource partner for LGBTQ youth mental health.
- Trans Lifeline Partner — Linked as a resource partner for transgender individuals.
- Trans Youth Equality Foundation Partner — Linked as a resource partner supporting transgender youth.
- University of Saskatchewan Partner — Licensed to deliver the PPP training program to primary care clinicians in its region
- Vermont Child Psychiatry Access Program Partner — Partner organization whose PCPs participated in REACH training and reported increased confidence in treating mental health conditions.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Behavior-Change-Grounded Clinician Trainingmethodology: behavior_change_trainingBy applying behavior change science and adult learning principles through interactive workshops, case discussions, and sustained coaching, the organization ensures lasting adoption of evidence-based practices among clinicians, because these methods align with how adults internalize and implement new skills in real-world settings.
- Measurement-Based Care Integrationmethodology: measurement_based_careBy combining standardized symptom ratings with clinical interviews and family conversations, the organization improves clinical decision-making and enhances family engagement in treatment, because structured data creates shared understanding and supports collaborative care planning.
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Care Modelmethodology: neurodiversity_affirming_careBy framing autism as part of identity and focusing on quality of life through respectful, individualized care, the organization improves engagement and outcomes, because affirming a child’s neurocognitive identity builds trust and supports sustainable well-being.
- Primary Care Integration of Pediatric Mental Healthmethodology: integrated_behavioral_healthBy training primary care clinicians to diagnose, treat, and manage common pediatric mental health conditions within routine visits, the organization expands access and reduces stigma, because embedding mental health in familiar settings lowers barriers and accelerates care.
- Train-the-Trainer Capacity Buildingmethodology: train_the_trainerBy developing local faculty and teaching capacity within partner organizations, the organization ensures sustainable dissemination of mental health training, because empowering regional leaders creates long-term ownership and scalability.