Mobile Therapy Unit

The Mobile Therapy Unit (MTU) is a 19-foot Sprinter van built in 2017 as a way for Encompass to eliminate distance-based hardship as a barrier to quality care. The first of its kind in Washington State, this therapy-center-on-wheels enables us to bring specialized services right to the communities that need them. Equipped with heat and air conditioning, ample lighting, and generous storage for toys and craft supplies, it creates a comfortable and engaging environment for children.

The Encompass Mental Health team uses the MTU to host therapy sessions at local elementary schools during the school day, eliminating the need for families to travel for therapy appointments. Research shows that reducing logistical barriers such as transportation challenges, time constraints, and scheduling conflicts significantly increases participation in mental health services, improving outcomes for children and families. The MTU bridges a critical gap to access, particularly for underserved populations in the Snoqualmie Valley.

During the summer months, the mobile unit extends its reach to local summer camps and community gathering spaces to make sure that children can continue receiving consistent, accessible mental health support wherever they are in the community.

The Encompass Mobile Therapy Unit was generously funded by the Washington Women’s Foundation, with support from the Northwest Children’s Fund and Pacific Hospital Preservation and Development Authority.