# Youper

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/youper

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.youper.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 18, 2019)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Youper, Inc. is a digital health company that leverages artificial intelligence to provide mental health support, focusing on alleviating anxiety and depression through interactive, evidence-based applications.Founded in 2016, Youper, Inc. is based in San Francisco, US. The company offers a digital health solution aimed at mental health issues. In June 2019, Youper raised USD 3.00 mn in Seed funding from Goodwater Capital, marking the only recorded funding round. The CEO is Jose Vargas, who is one of the founders alongside Andrea Niles, Diego Dotta, and Thiago Marafon.Youper provides an innovative digital health solution designed to address mental health issues, primarily anxiety and depression, through the integration of artificial intelligence and psychological methodologies. The core offering is a digital application that leverages evidence-based interventions, allowing users to engage in natural conversations that cater to their emotional needs. This application functions as an immediate support tool, effectively acting as a first responder for individuals experiencing emotional health challenges. Target users include patients seeking mental health support, employers looking to enhance employee well-being, and healthcare providers aiming to expand their service capabilities. Youper’s solutions are marketed primarily in North America and Europe, where there is a growing demand for accessible and effective mental health resources.Youper generates revenue through a multi-faceted business model that includes subscription plans and partnerships with healthcare providers and employers. The structure typically involves B2B transactions where healthcare organizations integrate Youper’s services into their existing mental health support systems, enhancing their offerings while reaching a wider patient base. Employers can subscribe to Youper’s platform to provide their employees with mental health resources, which in turn can improve workplace productivity and morale. The application may also be positioned as a standalone digital therapeutic option, potentially leading to various pricing plans tailored to different client needs. Specific details on pricing and transaction structures are outlined within customer agreements, ensuring clarity on deliverables and services provided.In June 2019, Youper, Inc. raised USD 3.00 mn in Seed funding from Goodwater Capital. The funding is intended to enhance product development and expand market reach. The company plans to launch new features within their digital application to improve user engagement and effectiveness by the end of 2023. Additionally, Youper aims to expand its services into the Latin American and Asian markets by 2024, leveraging the increasing global awareness of mental health issues.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 18, 2019, $3M — Goodwater Capital

## Investors

- Goodwater Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goodwater-capital) — Seed