About
A calmer first step toward feeling like yourself.
Thera began with a simple idea: asking for help shouldn't feel hard. We're building a bilingual space where adults, parents, teens and therapists meet — gently, privately, and on your terms.
12k+
people supported
180+
vetted therapists
2
languages, no compromise
24/7
AI companion availability
What we believe
Four principles that shape every screen.
Care over conversion
We measure success by people who feel a little lighter — not by sessions sold.
Bilingual from day one
Every word, font, and layout works in English and Arabic. No second-class language.
Privacy is non-negotiable
Your story is encrypted, role-scoped, and never used to train external models.
AI as a companion, not a doctor
Thera AI listens and reflects. For diagnosis, we hand you to a licensed human.
Our story
From a kitchen-table idea to a quiet revolution.
2024
A late-night message
Mariam, a clinical psychologist, kept getting WhatsApp messages from people who couldn't afford a first session. Thera was sketched on a napkin that night.
2025
Beta with 50 therapists
We piloted with families in Cairo, Amman and London. The AI companion handled 4,000 first conversations — and 1 in 3 led to a real booking.
2026
Open to everyone
Today Thera supports adults, parents, teens, and the therapists who care for them — fully bilingual, fully private.
Team
The humans behind Thera.
Mariam Khalifa
Co-founder · Clinical lead
Yusuf Idris
Co-founder · Product
Dr. Hala Mansour
Head of clinical safety
Tariq Al-Amin
Head of engineering