Why We Started Serene Space AI
The catalyst was simple: we both saw people suffering—not because help didn't exist, but because they couldn't access it.
Dr. Edwards heard it daily in her practice: "I can't afford $300/session," "There's a 2-month wait for a therapist near me," "I need help at 2 AM when my anxiety is worst."
Rick watched friends and colleagues struggle with the same barriers, while working on AI systems secure enough for banking and healthcare but not actually helping people access care.
When we met, the solution was obvious: use AI to deliver the same evidence-based therapy techniques Dr. Edwards used in practice, but make it accessible 24/7 at a fraction of the cost.
The Problem
- 90M+ Americans can't access mental healthcare
- $200-400 per session costs (uninsured)
- 2-8 week waitlists for appointments
- Rural areas: 1 therapist per 30,000 people
- Cultural/language barriers with therapists
- Stigma preventing people from seeking help
Our Solution
- Flexible pricing: $9.99/week, $29.99/month, or $299.99/year unlimited (significantly more affordable than traditional therapy)
- 24/7 availability, no appointments needed
- Zero waitlists, instant access
- Works anywhere with internet
- Understands 8+ cultural backgrounds
- Private, judgment-free support
- Evidence-based CBT, DBT, and ACT techniques
- Human clinical oversight for safety
This isn't about replacing human therapists—it's about filling the massive gap for people who can't access them. It's about using technology to make healthcare a right, not a privilege.