Structured inner work, guided by AI
A place to think things through between the hard moments: patterns, beliefs, and what's actually going on underneath. Not a replacement for a therapist, and clear about that.
The thinking between sessions has nowhere to go
Most reflection happens at the worst possible moments, with no structure to hold it.
Therapy is expensive
Sessions can cost $100-300+ per hour, putting consistent mental health support out of reach for many.
Appointments take weeks
When you're struggling, waiting 3-4 weeks for an appointment feels like an eternity.
Crises don't follow schedules
Anxiety attacks at 2am. Spiraling thoughts on weekends. You need support when you need it.
Access barriers exist
Rural areas, mobility issues, social anxiety. Many factors make in-person therapy difficult.
A quiet place to do the work
Groundwork uses AI to guide structured reflection: naming what happened, spotting the pattern, and testing the belief underneath. It is a self-guided tool, not therapy, and not a replacement for professional care.
- Always available when you need to talk
- No judgment, just support
- Structured prompts, inspired by CBT practices
- Small steps between the hard moments
Therapeutic Conversations
CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based techniques
Emotional Processing
Work through difficult feelings safely
Coping Strategies
Personalized tools for your challenges
Progress Tracking
See your growth over time
A focused toolkit for inner work
One small tool for one specific job: making sense of what's underneath.
Natural Conversations
Talk naturally, like texting a friend who really understands you.
Mood Tracking
Track your emotional patterns and identify what affects your wellbeing.
Growth Insights
See your progress over time with meaningful insights about your journey.
Completely Private
Your conversations are encrypted and never shared. Your thoughts are safe.
Personalized Approach
The more you share, the better it understands your unique needs.
Guided Exercises
Access breathing exercises, journaling prompts, and mindfulness activities.
Inspired by established practices
Our prompts are inspired by established psychological frameworks. Groundwork is a self-guided tool, not treatment.
Based on CBT principles
Identify and reframe negative thought patterns that affect your mood and behavior.
Inspired by CBT practice
Inspired by DBT skills
Build skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Inspired by DBT skills practice
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Present-moment awareness techniques to reduce stress and increase emotional clarity.
Inspired by mindfulness practice
Note: This app is designed to complement, not replace, professional mental health care. If you're experiencing a crisis, please contact a mental health professional or crisis hotline.
Be the first to experience Groundwork
Join the waitlist and get early access when we launch. A quieter place to think things through is on the way.
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