Thera Link

Problem

How can we provide a safe space for young adults to be heard?

Research on Landscape of Young Adulthood

What are safe spaces?

A non-judgmental environment where individuals can freely share their emotions without fear of ridicule and encourage positives behaviors
Who are “young adults”?

- Developmental stage
- Transitioning out of adolescent to adult-focused systems
- “Easily overlooked” on concerns of public help
Young Adults range from the ages 18 to 25

Due to that, they are considered “too old” to not know how to manage their stress and “too young” to be taken seriously. This leaves them in a gray area where they are invisible to mental health help options
30.5K of the population in the US are 18-24 year olds

- 39% are enrolled in college or graduate school
-55% are a part of the workforce
- 65% live with
their parents
Why do young adults need safe spaces?

Safe spaces offer security and dignity for youth during a time of significant life transitions and potential social pressures.
What are the benefits of safe spaces?

- Validate their feelings
- Establish clear boundaries
- Encourage vulnerability
- Feel validation knowing they’re not alone
What happen when young adults do not have safe spaces?

- Social isolation
- Increased anxiety
- Difficulty advocating for their needs
- Greater vulnerability to mental health issues
What is Mental Health?

Mental health includes the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of a person which can affect many aspects of one’s life such as how we think and act to how we handle stress and make healthy choices.
Help towards mental illnesses have risen as they have become more common amongst the population.
20% of adolescents may experience a mental health problem in any given year

50% of mental health problems are established by age 14.
75% of mental health problems are established at age 24.

Solution

Deliver accessible therapy and self-care resources online

What is Thera Link?

Thera Link is a safe space that offers easy access to virtual therapy and self-help guides for young adults. The website lets you view therapists, track your sessions and goals, and work towards better mental health.

Thera Link aims to provide self-help options, including exercise and meditation guides, music and book recommendations, and journaling spaces. Plus, Thera Boxes offers gift boxes filled with wellness items to support your mental health journey.

Attributes

Welcoming • Inclusive • Comfortable • Helpful Supportive • Empowering • Accessible

Target Audience

Young adults, ages 18-24, are in need of easy access to therapy and for those who do not know where to start.

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Thera Link Website

On the Thera Link site, users can do a variety of things such as pick their therapist to meet up with by looking at their profiles; sign up for a Thera Box subscription, containing various wellness items such as herbal teas and essential oils; and explore vast amounts of self-help options like Music Therapy and exercise videos is therapy is not their thing!