Pioneering AI-powered mental health solutions

AI is becoming your personal therapist-offering deep insights, real-time support, and crisis intervention. It's breaking cultural barriers, making mental health care accessible, personalized, and stigma-free. The future? A digital mind companion in your pocket

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Mental health awareness and access to therapy remain significant challenges in India, where societal and cultural norms often delay intervention.

Srishti Srivastava, the founder of Infiheal, is addressing this gap with AI-driven solutions tailored to regional needs. Infiheal’s AI therapy tool, Helo, is designed to bridge the divide between accessibility and awareness, offering a proactive approach to mental well-being.

In this exclusive conversation, Srivastava sheds light on India’s mental health landscape, the transformative potential of AIdriven therapy, Infiheal’s unique approach, and the future of AI in therapy.

The Challenges of Mental Health Awareness in India

Mental health support in India has historically been reactive rather than preventive. According to Srivastava, cultural perspectives prioritize spiritual well-being over psychological self-care, leading to delayed intervention.

“Currently, mental health awareness in India is highly curative—people seek help only when things deteriorate significantly. Structured psychological self-development isn’t culturally ingrained; instead, spiritual growth takes precedence.”

One of the biggest challenges is lack of awareness. Many individuals fail to recognize mental health issues, often attributing them to temporary circumstances, which delays muchneeded help.

“Indian users often assume their mental health struggles are fleeting, believing their emotional state will improve in a few days. However, the issue persists.”

To address this, Srivastava emphasizes self-assessments and psychometric tests as effective tools for individuals to gain a deeper understanding of their mental state.

“One of the best ways to approach mental well-being is through self-assessments, personality tests, and psychometric evaluations. These tools provide valuable insights and identify potential concerns early.”