Swell
Science-backed therapy—self-guided, expert-built, and always on.
About
In 2022, Swell set-out to build self-guided therapy to solve the supply<>demand gap at the core of the mental health crisis. At the time, we knew the market wasn't quite ready for fully autonomous care, and that there were more acute needs left unaddressed, particularly within our demographic: the US Military. We began by expanding telehealth access to evidence-based therapy for service members and their families. After securing key contracts with TRICARE and demonstrating measurable impact in high-stress populations, we continued to see the deeper need: many people still weren’t reaching out for care—not because it wasn’t available, but because traditional therapy wasn't always the right fit for self-reliant individuals. That insight became our driving force.
Today, Swell delivers self-guided therapy that’s private, flexible, and built for real life. Backed by clinical expertise and powered by behavioral science, our app gives users the tools to improve mental health on their own terms. Whether you’re in uniform, on duty, or just navigating the daily grind, Swell is there—anytime, anywhere. Our mission is to make mental health care radically more accessible. Our vision: a world where the power to change your life and your circumstances is always in your hands.
Meet the team
From the founder
"Fairwater Labs was the first organization to believe in Swell. They saw my vision before others could—stood by us through the trough of sorrow, rolled up their sleeves to work alongside us when we were deep in the trenches, challenged me as a founder and backed my toughest calls. More than partners, they show up like cofounders, especially in the hardest times."
