I Am Mindful provides a Mental Health First-Aid Toolkit that incorporates evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help young people manage anxiety and stress. The toolkit equips users with personalized coping strategies and resources, addressing the need for effective mental health support in educational settings.
Funding
$14.1K 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
Young people often struggle with anxiety and stress, and may lack readily accessible, effective tools to manage their mental health in various environments such as school, home, or on the go. Traditional therapeutic interventions can be costly and time-consuming, creating barriers to early intervention and consistent support.
Solution
I Am Mindful provides a Mental Health First-Aid Toolkit designed to equip young people with evidence-based coping strategies for managing anxiety and stress. The toolkit incorporates therapeutic interventions such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), delivered through a curated collection of sensory items and guided exercises. The physical toolkit is complemented by online video instructions and a coping plan to personalize the experience and help users develop healthy coping mechanisms. By providing accessible and engaging resources, I Am Mindful aims to increase confidence in managing difficult emotions and promote proactive mental health practices. The toolkit is designed for use at school, at home, or on the go, providing consistent support in various environments.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes young people experiencing anxiety and stress, their parents or caregivers seeking tools to support their mental well-being, and schools aiming to provide proactive mental health resources to students.
Features
- Sensory items such as kinetic sand, squishy toys, and essential oil roll-ons for grounding and self-soothing
- Cooling eye mask to activate the mammalian dive reflex for rapid calming
- Word search puzzles for distraction and cognitive engagement
- On-the-go bag for portable coping tools
- Coping plan workbook to personalize the toolkit and map out coping strategies
- Online video instructions demonstrating therapeutic techniques
- Integration of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles