Our mission
We believe everyone deserves access to compassionate, trauma-informed mental health support — and technology can help make that a reality.
The Eileen story
Eileen began as a project within the AI for Social Change (AIFSC) initiative — a collaborative effort to use technology for meaningful social impact. We saw that many people dealing with mental health challenges, trauma recovery, or everyday wellbeing struggles lacked access to simple, supportive tools that fit naturally into their daily lives.
Traditional mental health apps often feel clinical, overwhelming, or disconnected from the lived experiences of the people they're meant to serve. We wanted to create something different — something that feels like a trusted companion, not a medical device.
Named after a figure of care and compassion, Eileen is built on the principles of trauma-informed design: safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, and empowerment. Every feature, every interaction, and every design choice is made with these principles in mind.
Trauma-informed design
Our approach puts safety and wellbeing at the centre of everything we build
Safety
Creating an environment where users feel physically and emotionally safe. Calm colours, gentle interactions, no sudden changes.
Trustworthiness
Transparent about what we do with data, consistent in our interactions, and clear in our communication.
Peer support
Building connections and community. Users are never alone — support is always available.
Collaboration
Users have a voice in how the app works. We co-design features with the communities we serve.
Empowerment
Helping users build skills and confidence. Eileen supports — it never takes over.
Cultural sensitivity
Respecting diverse backgrounds, languages, and experiences. Inclusivity is built in, not bolted on.
Our team
A passionate group of volunteers working to make mental health support more accessible
Charlie Reynolds
Project Lead
Driving Eileen's vision and strategy from concept to reality.
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Mark Hill
Digital Social Care Consultant
Project management and business analysis for large-scale digital programmes in local authorities.
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Dane Alexander
Software Developer
Software developer and entrepreneur with a background in AI and robotics.
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Glen Lavery
Lead Developer
Full-stack Django developer building Eileen's technical foundation.
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We're proud to work alongside organisations that share our commitment to social impact
Eileen is developed in partnership with the AI for Social Change programme. We're always looking for new partners who share our mission.
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