About First Aid Therapy

Making mental health support accessible through intelligent matching

Our Mission

We believe finding the right therapist shouldn't be another source of stress. First Aid Therapy uses cutting-edge Natural Language Processing and Information Retrieval technology to match you with mental health professionals who truly understand your needs—making therapy accessible, personalized, and effective from day one.

Why Finding the Right Therapist Shouldn't Be This Hard

We understand the challenges newcomers face when seeking mental health support

Hidden Time & Emotional Costs

Beyond financial barriers, therapy requires significant time commitment and emotional energy. Scheduling appointments, rearranging obligations, and the vulnerability of sharing personal issues can be overwhelming.

Building Trust Takes Time

Establishing a therapeutic relationship doesn't happen overnight. It may take several sessions to build trust and feel comfortable opening up about your deepest concerns.

Too Many Choices, No Clear Path

With countless therapists and specialties available, newcomers often feel paralyzed by choice. Finding the right fit requires navigating complex insurance networks and credentials.

Availability Challenges

Many therapists have limited availability, especially for new patients. Coordinating schedules around work and personal commitments adds another layer of difficulty.

The Mental Strain of Starting

Taking the first step to seek help when you're already struggling emotionally can feel insurmountable. The process itself can add to existing stress and anxiety.

First Aid Therapy Simplifies This

We're building an intelligent platform that matches you with the right therapist based on your specific needs, availability, and preferences—making the search process easier and less overwhelming.

Why We Built This

Traditional therapy platforms force users to navigate confusing terminology, endless filters, and keyword searches that often miss the mark. For newcomers already struggling with mental health challenges, this process can feel overwhelming—sometimes causing them to give up before giving therapy a chance.

We saw this problem and knew technology could help. By leveraging advanced semantic search and machine learning, we've created a platform where you can simply tell your story in your own words. Our system understands the nuances of human experience and connects you with therapists whose expertise aligns with your specific needs.

The result? Less time searching, more time healing. Better matches, better outcomes.

What Makes Us Different

Natural Language Search

Describe your situation naturally—no professional jargon required

AI-Powered Matching

Semantic search understands context and meaning, not just keywords

Personalized Results

Rankings improve based on your preferences and feedback

Streamlined Experience

One search, one platform—no more juggling multiple websites

The Team

Built by a team passionate about making mental healthcare accessible

JB

Jinho Baek

Co-Founder

KB

Kate Blackwell

Co-Founder

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Emma Degenhardt

Co-Founder

RC

Robert Chu

Co-Founder

Our Values

Accessibility First

Mental health support should be available to everyone, without barriers or confusion. We're committed to making the search process as simple and stress-free as possible.

Privacy & Trust

Your mental health journey is personal. We prioritize your privacy and handle all information with the utmost care and security.

Evidence-Based

Our matching system is built on proven IR techniques and continuously improved through user feedback and research.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join us in making mental health support more accessible and effective for everyone.

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