Somethings
About Somethings
Somethings is a platform that connects teens in North Carolina with certified peer specialist mentors through a mobile app, providing free mental health support tailored to their specific needs. The service addresses the mental health crisis among youth by offering personalized guidance, resulting in a 55% reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression within two weeks.
```xml <problem> Many teens in North Carolina struggle with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, but lack access to affordable and personalized support. Traditional therapy can be expensive, time-consuming, and may not always address the specific challenges faced by adolescents. This gap in accessible mental healthcare leaves many teens feeling isolated and without the resources they need to cope effectively. </problem> <solution> Somethings provides free, personalized mental health support to teens in North Carolina through a mobile app that connects them with certified peer specialist mentors. The platform offers a safe and convenient way for teens to communicate with mentors who have similar interests and experiences, providing guidance and understanding. Mentors are available to talk or text through the app, offering support after school and on weekends. By matching teens with relatable mentors, Somethings aims to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve overall well-being, and provide a supportive community. The program also offers post-crisis care, amplifying support for teens transitioning from therapists, psychiatrists, and intensive treatment programs. </solution> <features> - Mobile app for connecting with certified peer specialist mentors - Personalized matching based on shared interests and experiences - Unlimited texting and calling with assigned mentor - Support for a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and eating disorders - Post-crisis care to support teens transitioning from intensive treatment programs - Mentors trained in evidence-based practices - Support for academic challenges, relationships, and family dynamics </features> <target_audience> The primary target audience is teens in North Carolina who are experiencing mental health challenges and seeking accessible, personalized support from relatable mentors. </target_audience> ```
What does Somethings do?
Somethings is a platform that connects teens in North Carolina with certified peer specialist mentors through a mobile app, providing free mental health support tailored to their specific needs. The service addresses the mental health crisis among youth by offering personalized guidance, resulting in a 55% reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression within two weeks.
Where is Somethings located?
Somethings is based in East New York, United States.
When was Somethings founded?
Somethings was founded in 2022.
How much funding has Somethings raised?
Somethings has raised 3200000.
Who founded Somethings?
Somethings was founded by Patrick Gilligan.
- Patrick Gilligan - Founder
- Location
- East New York, United States
- Founded
- 2022
- Funding
- 3200000
- Employees
- 25 employees
- Major Investors
- Plug and Play, General Catalyst, Gaingels, Tau Ventures, Joshua Browder