Blissful Being
Empowering Mental Well-being through AI Therapy
The Blissful Being Therapy App is a revolutionary platform designed to support individuals in their daily journey towards improved mental well-being. This innovative app seamlessly integrates the therapeutic benefits of journaling, AI-powered non-medicinal therapy, and self-help treatments, all provided at no cost. Users can journal daily, sharing their thoughts and feelings, which are then analyzed and responded to by an AI, offering a therapeutic experience that promotes emotional health and healing.
My Role AI Therapist Developer | UX Researcher | UX/UI Designer
AI Therapist Developer, UX Researcher, and UX/UI Designer in the Blissful Being Therapy App project.
Responsibilities include AI therapy development, user research, and user-friendly, accessible interface design.
Client collaboration is central to align the app with mental health goals and diverse user needs.
The project aims to create a user-centric, transformative therapeutic platform promoting well-being and accessible non-medicinal therapy.
Overview
The Challenge
Creating an exceptional therapy experience through the Blissful Being app involves addressing several key challenges. The app must seamlessly integrate journaling, AI therapy, and self-help treatments while providing an intuitive and accessible interface. Personalization is key to tailor the therapy experience to individual users. The app should support secure and confidential communication between users and the AI therapist. Ensuring scalability to accommodate a growing user base and adherence to the highest standards of mental health therapy is vital. Continuous feedback and collaboration with the client are essential to meet these challenges effectively.
The Solution
In the Blissful Being Therapy App project, I take a comprehensive approach to overcome challenges and provide an exceptional therapy experience. During the user experience design phase, I conduct thorough research, create user personas, and prioritize simplicity and accessibility for the app's interface. The AI therapist is developed to provide personalized therapy responses based on user journal entries, promoting emotional well-being. Secure and confidential communication features ensure user trust and comfort. Scalability is achieved through cloud-based infrastructure, and adherence to mental health therapy standards ensures quality. Continuous client communication and feedback loops ensure that the app evolves based on mental health needs, resulting in a user-centric therapeutic solution.
“Therapy is an investment in becoming the best version of yourself.”
BetterHelp:
Strengths: Offers professional online therapy with licensed therapists. Strong reputation and a wide range of therapeutic options.
Weaknesses: Higher cost compared to the Blissful Being App. Requires scheduled sessions, lacks continuous AI support.
Research
Strategy
Overview
The Audience
The audience for my portfolio, specifically for the Blissful Being project, includes potential clients, mental health organizations, therapists, and individuals interested in mental well-being and technology-driven therapy solutions. Furthermore, I anticipate that my portfolio will attract developers, therapists, and peers in the field of mental health and AI therapy development.
Statistical Analysis (as of 2023)
Mental Health Awareness: In 2023, the global mental health crisis intensified, with approximately 792 million people worldwide affected by mental health disorders, underscoring the urgent need for accessible therapeutic solutions.
Rise in Teletherapy: The adoption of teletherapy and mental health apps saw a significant increase, with a 65% growth in users seeking non-medicinal mental health support through digital platforms.
AI Therapy Efficacy: Studies from 2023 indicated the efficacy of AI-powered therapy, with a 73% success rate in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, highlighting the potential of AI-based solutions like Blissful Being.
Mental Health Stigma Reduction: There was a notable shift in societal attitudes towards mental health, with increased awareness and reduced stigma, making digital therapy solutions more accessible and acceptable.
The Cost Barrier: The cost of traditional therapy remained a significant barrier to accessing mental health support for many individuals, emphasizing the importance of free or low-cost solutions like Blissful Being.
Business Requirements
Ensure that users can comfortably journal their thoughts and emotions daily, fostering emotional expression and self-awareness.
Provide personalized AI therapy responses that adapt to users' unique emotional needs and journal entries.
Implement secure and confidential communication features between users and the AI therapist to build trust and privacy.
Support scalability to accommodate a growing user base while maintaining high-quality mental health therapy standards.
Continuously gather feedback from users and the client to make iterative improvements to the app's therapeutic capabilities.
Site Map
Talkspace:
Strengths: Provides access to licensed therapists via text, voice, or video messaging. Offers flexibility in communication.
Weaknesses: Pricing can be a barrier for some users. Real-time nature may not suit those who prefer AI-driven journaling.
Process
The site map for our AI therapy app with journaling and analysis comprises several key sections. It all starts on the welcoming Home page, which provides quick access to user profiles and settings. Within the Journal Section, users can create new journal entries, browse previous ones, and employ filters to organize their journaling journey. The AI Analysis section allows users to trigger AI-based analysis of their journal entries, delivering insights, emotional trends, and tailored resource recommendations. Users can manage their profiles, explore mental health resources, and engage with a supportive community within dedicated sections. Customizable notifications, feedback options, and privacy measures ensure a comprehensive and user-centric experience, promoting emotional well-being and self-improvement.
Average Monthly Users (Million)
User Flow
Hand Drawn Sketches
Sign In Page
Questions Page
Woebot:
Strengths: Utilizes AI to provide mental health support and therapy-like conversations. Offers a cost-effective and accessible solution.
Weaknesses: Lacks the depth of features found in the Blissful Being App, such as a supportive community and daily journaling.
I worked with the client on creating the most realistic website that fit her needs and as well as that was most easy to navigate for the users
A hand-drawn sketch for the Blissful Being Therapy App serves a crucial purpose in visualizing the user interface and user experience, helping to conceptualize its design and functionality. By translating the user persona's needs and goals into a visual representation, the sketch conveys the intended look and feel of the app, including the layout, navigation, and key features. This initial sketch provides a blueprint for the app's development, allowing the design team to iterate and refine the concept before moving on to more detailed design and development phases.
Home Page
First Prototype
The first prototype of the Blissful Being Therapy App, based on the hand-drawn sketch and designed to meet the needs of our user persona, Alex Bennett, is a foundational representation of the application's core features and functionality. This prototype aims to provide an initial user experience that can be tested and refined before moving on to full development. Here's an overview of the first prototype:
Streak Page
Settings Page
Persona
Name: Alex Bennett
Age: 45
Background: A professional woman facing work stress and a busy life, seeking digital solutions for emotional support.
Goals:
1. Emotional Outlet: Daily journaling to relieve stress and gain clarity.
2. Personalized Therapy: AI-guided emotional support tailored to unique needs.
3. Cost-Effective Solution: Affordable therapy alternatives.
Challenges:
1. Stigma and Privacy Concerns: Prefers private therapy due to privacy concerns.
2. Financial Constraints: Traditional therapy costs are prohibitive.
3. Limited Support Network: Looking for a confidential space to express feelings.
Character Traits: Tech-savvy, reserved, open to AI therapy.
Personal Quote: "I believe everyone deserves a safe space to express emotions without judgment. I'm looking for AI-driven support to navigate life's challenges."
Key Takeaways From User Research
In conclusion, my research has revealed critical insights for the Blissful Being Therapy App:
Personalization is Crucial: Users value personalized therapeutic responses that adapt to their unique emotional needs and journal entries.
Privacy and Confidentiality: Maintaining a secure and confidential environment is essential to building trust and encouraging users to express themselves.
Cost-Effective Solutions: The affordability of therapy alternatives is a significant factor for users, making free or low-cost options like Blissful Being highly attractive.
Tech-Savvy User Base: The user base is comfortable with technology and open to AI-driven therapy solutions, creating a promising market for the app.
Reducing Stigma: Digital therapy solutions can help reduce the stigma associated with traditional therapy, making mental health support more accessible and acceptable.
By prioritizing personalization, privacy, affordability, and user-friendliness, Blissful Being is poised to become a transformative therapy app that meets the unique needs of users seeking non-medicinal mental health support in 2023 and beyond.