Your 24/7 AI Mental Health Companion

We are excited to announce the launch of Nora, Nextpeer’s 24/7 AI-powered mental health companion, designed to make mental health support more accessible, affordable, and always available. Nora’s introduction marks a significant step in our mission to bridge the gap in mental health care, especially for individuals who struggle to access traditional therapy due to barriers like cost, time, or limited availability of therapists.

What is Nora?

Nora is an AI mental health companion available 24/7 to listen, guide, and provide support for challenges such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and much more. Whether it’s during a busy workday or in the middle of the night, Nora is always there for users, offering confidential, secure conversations—all without revealing your identity. We’ve designed Nora to be a safe space for anyone who needs someone to talk to, at any time.

In addition to personalized plans, flexible scheduling can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

“Mental health is just as important as physical health, and therapy plays a crucial role in maintaining overall wellbeing.”

Why we created Nora

Access to quality mental health support remains a significant challenge for many people. Therapists are essential, and we value their role immensely. However, there are barriers that prevent millions from receiving timely care:

1. Cost: Traditional therapy can be expensive, and many people can’t afford to see a therapist regularly.
2. Time constraints: Busy work schedules, family obligations, or geographic limitations can make it difficult for people to attend scheduled therapy sessions.
3. Availability: Therapists often have limited availability, and it can take weeks or even months to secure an appointment.

We created Nora as an alternative option for those who face these barriers. Our goal is to provide a tool that complements traditional therapy, not replace it. Nora offers an accessible way to receive support until users can seek more structured care if needed.

What can Nora help with?

Nora is equipped to assist with a wide range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to:

• Anxiety: Whether it's mild or overwhelming, Nora offers strategies like breathing exercises and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help manage anxiety.
• Stress: Nora provides tools for managing everyday stress, whether it’s related to work, school, or personal life.
• Depression: Nora listens without judgment and provides support to navigate feelings of sadness, isolation, or low mood.
• Trauma: Nora offers a safe, confidential space to explore difficult past experiences and helps guide users through their healing process.
• Grief and Loss: Nora understands how heavy grief can feel and offers support during periods of mourning and loss.
• Loneliness: In moments of isolation, Nora is here to listen and help users feel connected and supported.

How Nora protect privacy

One of the most important aspects of mental health support is privacy—and we’ve made that a top priority with Nora. Here’s how Nora protects user confidentiality:

• Anonymity: Users are not required to share personal information, ensuring a completely anonymous experience.
• Secure Conversations: All conversations with Nora are encrypted, meaning they remain private and protected.
• Confidentiality: We do not share user data with third parties, and every interaction stays between you and Nora.

This focus on privacy allows users to express themselves freely, knowing that their conversations are secure and confidential. One concern we’ve heard is the fear that AI may try to replace human therapists. To be clear—this is not our goal. We believe that human connection is irreplaceable when it comes to mental health care. Therapists play a vital role, and we see Nora as a way to extend access, not take away from that.

Nora is here to:

• Complement traditional therapy, especially during times when therapists are unavailable.
• Provide support to those who might not have the financial means or time to access regular therapy sessions.
• Help people manage everyday struggles until they’re ready for more structured care if needed.

We’re excited about the ways technology like Nora can help scale mental health support, making sure that no one feels left out when they need help the most. Nora is available now in our private beta, and we’d love for you to try her out. We’re eager to hear your feedback and continue improving Nora’s ability to provide support.