Youper
Youper is an AI-powered emotional health assistant designed to address the growing mental health crisis by expanding the reach and capabilities of mental health professionals. It combines psychology and artificial intelligence to provide engaging conversations and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The platform has been clinically validated by Stanford University and identified by JAMA as the most engaging digital health solution for anxiety and depression. Youper offers instant support to patients, integrates into existing care workflows for providers, and provides accessible mental healthcare solutions for employers and payers. The company has demonstrated significant traction with over 3 million users, reporting that 83% experience better moods, and has facilitated over 10 million conversations.
Youper
Youper is an AI-powered emotional health assistant designed to address the growing mental health crisis by expanding the reach and capabilities of mental health professionals. It combines psychology and artificial intelligence to provide engaging conversations and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The platform has been clinically validated by Stanford University and identified by JAMA as the most engaging digital health solution for anxiety and depression. Youper offers instant support to patients, integrates into existing care workflows for providers, and provides accessible mental healthcare solutions for employers and payers. The company has demonstrated significant traction with over 3 million users, reporting that 83% experience better moods, and has facilitated over 10 million conversations.
TL;DR
Product: AI-powered emotional health assistant (chatbot) delivering evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, DBT)
Traction: Reported over 3 million users and 10+ million conversations
Clinical validation: Clinically validated by Stanford University and highlighted by JAMA for engagement
Funding: Raised $3M seed (Jun 2019) led by Goodwater Capital
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Digital mental health; anxiety and depression symptom reduction
Founded
2016
Industry
Mental health / Digital health
Funding Track Record
3000000.00
Investor Signal
“Goodwater Capital led seed; Goodwater partner Chia‑Hua Chien listed as investor & advisor”