Affect Therapeutics offers a smartphone app that integrates contingency management with virtual therapy to support individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. The platform provides financial incentives for healthy behaviors, along with personalized care and resources to facilitate lasting lifestyle changes.
Funding
$26.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction often lack consistent support and motivation, leading to higher relapse rates. Traditional outpatient programs can be inconvenient and may not address the underlying issues contributing to addiction. The recovery process requires continuous engagement and personalized strategies to foster lasting lifestyle changes.
Solution
Affect Therapeutics offers a comprehensive, smartphone-based addiction recovery program that integrates virtual therapy with contingency management. The platform provides financial incentives for completing treatment tasks and achieving sobriety milestones, reinforcing positive behaviors. Users gain access to individual and group telehealth counseling sessions with licensed therapists specializing in addiction and mental health. The app also facilitates medication management for cravings, depression, and anxiety, along with resources to improve overall well-being, including assistance with healthcare, employment, and housing. By combining evidence-based therapies with a user-friendly interface, Affect Therapeutics delivers accessible, personalized support to individuals seeking lasting recovery.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes individuals seeking to reduce or quit alcohol and drug use, those in aftercare following detox or inpatient rehab, and individuals who need additional support while participating in 12-step programs.
Features
- Financial rewards for completing treatment tasks and maintaining sobriety
- Individual and group telehealth counseling sessions with licensed therapists
- Medication management for cravings, depression, and anxiety
- Sober tracker to monitor drinking and drug use, set goals, and track progress
- Personalized challenges to build recovery skills and promote healthy habits
- Private, supportive community for sharing experiences and receiving encouragement
- Resources for improving life circumstances, including healthcare, employment, and housing assistance
- Integration with insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid