Counslr offers text-based mental health support through a platform that connects users with licensed counselors via live texting sessions, available 24/7 without the need for health insurance. The service addresses barriers to mental health access, such as cost and stigma, by providing unlimited sessions and a Wellness Toolkit with self-guided resources.
Funding
$5.2M 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
Many individuals face barriers to accessing traditional mental health support, including high costs, social stigma, scheduling difficulties, and limited availability of services outside standard business hours. These obstacles prevent people from seeking timely help and managing their mental well-being effectively.
Solution
Counslr provides on-demand mental health support via live text-based sessions with licensed counselors, available 24/7. The platform eliminates the need for health insurance and offers unlimited sessions, making mental health support more accessible and affordable. Users can connect with counselors from their mobile devices at any time, addressing issues early and effectively. Counslr also offers a Wellness Toolkit with self-guided resources to support overall well-being.
Target Audience
Counslr primarily targets organizations, schools, and communities seeking to provide accessible and convenient mental health support to their members, students, and employees.
Features
- Unlimited live texting sessions with licensed counselors
- 24/7/365 availability of counselors
- Algorithmic smart matching to connect users with counselors based on expertise
- In-app Wellness Toolkit with self-guided resources (videos, articles, guides)
- iOS and Android mobile apps for convenient access
- HIPAA-compliant platform ensuring user privacy and data security