Introducing Theo: Real-Time Mental Health Support for Teens, Powered by AI

In this episode of The Beacon Way podcast, host Adrienne Wilkerson sits down with Scott and Brian Seideman to discuss their innovative new app, Theo, which leverages AI to support teens struggling with mental health issues.

Brian, a licensed therapist, shares his extensive background working with a variety of populations, while Scott explains the personal experiences that led to the development of Theo. They dive into the creation process, the urgent need for teen mental health resources, and how Theo provides real-time support between therapy sessions.

You’ll also hear how Theo is being built with HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance, clinician-approved scripts, and guardrails to ensure teens get emotionally safe, appropriate support. Plus, Theo is fully customizable to meet the unique needs of each user.

The app is fully developed and currently in pre-launch mode.
Beta testing begins at the end of September with broader testing through October.

If you're a clinician, parent, school, or organization interested in participating in the beta or learning more, reach out directly to the founders:

Brian: [email protected]
Scott: [email protected]

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:33 Brian's Background and Passion for Helping Teens
01:52 The Birth of Theo: Addressing Gaps in Teen Mental Health Support
04:16 Scott's Personal Motivation and the Role of AI
08:30 The Importance of Guardrails and Security in Theo
15:39 Therapist Integration and Customization of Theo
25:23 Beta Testing and Future Plans for Theo
27:28 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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