MindPro
Simplifying affordable mental health resources through intuitive design and user-centered accessibility
The Challenge
Understanding the mental health accessibility crisis and designing for meaningful impact
The Problem
Mental health resources are often expensive, complex to navigate, and intimidating for users seeking help. Traditional therapy costs $100-200+ per session, creating barriers for those who need support most. Existing apps overwhelm users with features while lacking personalized, accessible pathways to care.
The Solution
MindPro bridges the gap with an intuitive platform offering affordable mental health resources, guided self-help tools, and streamlined access to professional support. The design prioritizes simplicity, accessibility, and user empowerment through a calming, trust-building interface.
Design Process
A human-centered approach to mental health design
Research & Discovery
Conducted user interviews with 24 individuals, analyzed competitor apps, and studied mental health accessibility barriers
User Personas & Journey
Created detailed personas representing diverse mental health needs and mapped emotional user journeys
Information Architecture
Designed simplified navigation focusing on immediate access to crisis resources and daily wellness tools
Wireframing & Prototyping
Built low-fidelity wireframes focusing on calm, accessible layouts and conducted rapid prototype testing
Visual Design
Developed a healing-focused design system with calming colors, accessibility-first typography, and mindful interactions
Testing & Iteration
Conducted usability testing with target users and refined based on emotional and functional feedback
Key Features
Thoughtfully designed tools for mental wellness and accessibility
Crisis Support Hub
Immediate access to crisis resources with one-tap emergency contacts, breathing exercises, and grounding techniques designed for high-stress moments.
Daily Wellness Tracker
Gentle mood tracking with customizable check-ins, progress visualization, and personalized insights that adapt to user preferences.
Affordable Therapy Access
Streamlined booking for sliding-scale therapists, group sessions, and peer support with transparent pricing and insurance guidance.
Guided Self-Care
Evidence-based mindfulness exercises, CBT tools, and personalized coping strategies accessible without internet connection.
Sleep & Wellness
Sleep tracking integration with calming soundscapes, bedtime routines, and gentle wake-up features for better mental health.
Community Support
Safe, moderated peer support groups with anonymous participation options and mental health professional oversight.
Design Decisions
Every choice made with mental health accessibility in mind
Calming Color Palette
Soft greens and blues scientifically proven to reduce anxiety, with high contrast ratios for accessibility and customizable themes for light sensitivity.
Clear Typography
OpenDyslexic font options, generous line spacing, and scalable text sizes ensure readability for users with dyslexia, ADHD, and visual impairments.
Simplified Navigation
Maximum 3-tap access to any feature, clear visual hierarchy, and consistent interaction patterns reduce cognitive load during difficult moments.
Privacy by Design
End-to-end encryption, optional anonymous usage, biometric locks, and clear data control give users complete privacy ownership.
Results & Impact
Measuring success through user wellbeing and accessibility metrics
Key Insight
"The most impactful design decision was prioritizing emotional safety over feature richness. Users consistently valued feeling understood and protected over having access to complex tools. This guided our entire design philosophy toward simplicity and trust-building."
Lessons Learned
Growing as a designer through meaningful work
Design with Empathy
Mental health design requires deeper emotional intelligence. Every color, interaction, and word choice can impact someone's wellbeing. I learned to balance user needs with psychological safety at every decision point.
Accessibility is Essential
Designing for mental health means designing for diverse cognitive abilities, emotional states, and physical needs. Accessibility isn't a feature—it's the foundation that makes help truly available to everyone.
Future Enhancements
Continuing to innovate for mental health accessibility
AI-Powered Insights
Ethical AI to provide personalized wellness recommendations while maintaining complete user privacy and control.
Global Accessibility
Multi-language support and culturally-sensitive mental health resources for diverse global communities.
Wearable Integration
Seamless Apple Watch and fitness tracker integration for proactive mental health monitoring and support.