Navigating life as a student can feel like juggling too many things at once, and for 22-year-old Chloe from Dublin, that’s exactly how she felt. Between the pressures of college assignments, finding a summer job, and dealing with personal challenges in her friendships, stress and anxiety began to take their toll. That’s when she discovered Wysa, a mental health app that would go on to make a real difference in her life.
Discovering Wysa
“I discovered Wysa when I was looking around for mental health apps,” Chloe shares. “I had tried other apps before, but they didn’t meet my needs, so I was excited to try Wysa.”
At the time, Chloe was struggling with overwhelming stress. “When I first started using Wysa, I was dealing with a particularly stressful period in my life. College assignments were piling up, I was looking for a summer job, and on top of that, I was having some difficulties with my friendships. I was feeling really anxious and lost.”
Gaining confidence and control
But soon after starting her journey with Wysa, Chloe found a way to regain control. “After using Wysa, I found I was better able to stay in control of my emotions,” she explains. “I was able to check in with myself more regularly and prioritize my mental health before putting others’ needs first.” Chloe shares that Wysa “definitely helped” to positively impact her mood and emotions. She says, “Wysa allowed me to connect better with others and set clearer boundaries. I’m feeling more confident in doing the things that are right for me.”
Regular check-ins
Wysa’s daily check-ins and personalized support became an essential part of Chloe’s routine. “I use Wysa daily, typically once or twice on a good day. But on bad days, it can be more like five times a day,” she says. “What I love most is how the app tailors its resources based on your emotional state. The AI function really helped me navigate my feelings. It felt like Wysa understood what I needed, even when I didn’t know myself.”
Personalised support
For Chloe, the app’s ability to suggest resources and tools specific to her emotional needs was a game-changer. “My favourite feature about Wysa is the AI function,” Chloe reveals. “It recommends resources based on how you’re feeling. I felt like the app was there for me, providing what I needed when I needed it.”
Creating an SOS safety plan
One of the standout features Chloe found particularly comforting was Wysa’s SOS button. “I like how it gives you the option to check in with the AI tool when you’re in a state of panic. It helps you create a safety plan for moments of severe distress,” she explains.
Wysa as part of a collection of free help
While Chloe hasn’t yet upgraded to a premium subscription, the free version of Wysa has been more than enough to support her mental health. “I haven’t tried the premium subscription yet, but even with the free version, I’ve seen so many positive changes,” she says. “It’s definitely helpful to have a free tool like this for students like me, where affordability is a big concern.”
Chloe has also explored other mental health apps, but none have quite compared to Wysa. “I’ve tried other apps before, but they often required a subscription I couldn’t afford, like Better Help and Online Therapy.com,” she recalls. “I also use Finch, which is a free self-care app, and I visit peer support sites like Side by Side and Togetherall, which are good for connecting with others who may be experiencing something similar to you.”
A safe space with Wysa
What stands out about Wysa most to Chloe is the app’s commitment to confidentiality and anonymity. “I love the fact that you don’t need to create an account to use Wysa. That anonymity makes it feel more accessible and private,” she says. “And knowing that support is always there, 24/7, really gives me peace of mind.”
Recommending Wysa for stress and anxiety
As for recommending Wysa to others, Chloe doesn’t hesitate. “Yes, I would definitely recommend Wysa to family and friends,” she says. “It’s an amazing tool, especially for people who are feeling stressed or anxious. There are so many different resources that you can use to help yourself.”
For Chloe, Wysa has become a reliable safe space during stressful and anxious times, helping her take control of her mental health and wellbeing, one chat at a time.