We Beat Depression by Changing the Game
Depression doesn’t play fair — so we changed the rules. At Affect, we built a new way to treat mental health: integrated care that lives in your pocket. Therapy, medication management, and progress tools — they’re all in one app.
Am I Depressed?
Depression isn’t always crying and staying in bed. Sometimes it’s feeling numb or struggling to get through the day.
You might be dealing with depression if you’re…
- Feeling persistently sad, hopeless, or just off
- Losing interest in stuff you used to enjoy
- Struggling to sleep or sleeping too much
- Running low on energy and motivation
- Overthinking or finding it hard to concentrate
- Feeling like things will never change
If that sounds familiar — it’s not your fault, and you’re not broken. Depression is treatable, and we’re here to help.
Effective treatment starts with compassionate support
At Affect, we combine talk therapy, medication management, and progress tracking — all in one app. Your care team works with you to create a plan that fits your life, so you can start to feel like yourself again.
- Therapy and doctor visits by video
- Tools to track your goals and progress
- Private and covered by most insurance
What Medications Are Used for Depression?
Many people find relief with antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs. These medications work best when paired with therapy — and our psychiatric providers will guide you in finding what works for your body, your mind, and your goals.
SSRIs
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors like sertraline (Zoloft) or fluoxetine (Prozac)
SNRIs
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors like venlafaxine (Effexor)
What Will My Program Look Like?
A simple step-by-step path designed to support real change
Week 1
Get Started
- Set up your app
- Meet with a therapist to establish your treatment plan
- Meet with a medical provider for a health assessment and any prescriptions
- Begin goal tracking and small daily challenges
Weeks 2 – 8
Continue Your Path to a Healthier You
- Attend 1:1 therapy sessions
- Work with your medical provider to refine your medications as you begin to feel better
- Learn new skills and habits through daily work in the app
Weeks 9+
Get Stronger
- Track your progress and accrue points
- Stay connected with weekly care
- Adjust medications if needed
- Celebrate lifestyle wins with your online community
“Life feels manageable now!”
I have a bag full of coping skills to deal with life’s stressors.
Maria
I’ve learned how to love myself and to forgive myself. I’ve mastered boundaries. I’m no longer uneasy living alone.
Group and counselor support is the best. Life has improved because I learned it’s never too much trouble to take care of myself.
I’ve been able to focus on things that are important in my life, including my children. That it’s the best thing that could ever have happened to them, and to me.