From time to time, we are bound to feel anxious or worried in one way or another which is the reason why mental health is a serious issue worldwide. In a country like Pakistan, many don’t understand the complexities of mental health, and opting for a wellness program is rare.
Depression, anxiety, confidence issues, relationship issues are common problems. Roohbaru is a non-profit organization founded to create awareness about mental health, provide online consultations a well-being platform. It helps troubled people by offering the following:
- Online Counselling – Free online consultations with counselors and paid sessions with experienced psychologists and psychiatrists
- Educational Content – Access to informative material relevant to psychology and well-being
- Rooh Chat – An online forum for sharing experiences with like-minded people
- Self-Assessments – Assessments of well-being
Mission
Roohbaru offers a widely available and affordable tele-mental health platform to improve the mental health of people in Pakistan.
The initiative aims to raise awareness of mental illnesses and the stigmas associated with them. It also empowers individuals to understand and manage their mental health through the support and guidance from qualified professionals.
The initiative has already impacted the lives of many. From free counseling for around 270 people in the past year and serving over 1500 people through sign-ups, Roohbaru has a 52% follow-up rate for clients seeking therapy.
Over 500 people have downloaded the Roohbaru app on Android with 15,400 website visitors in the past 6 months.
The initiative mainly targets people aged 18 and above with 60% visitors between 25 and 34 years of age. 44% of people who visit Roohbaru are male whereas the remaining 56% are female.
You can reach out to Roohbaru via the official website and Android app.
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