Mental illness is not weakness — it is a health condition that deserves compassion and treatment. MindSpace offers free, stigma-free support to every Kenyan, anywhere, anytime.
We meet you where you are — no diagnosis needed, no appointments required to start talking.
Start instantly with our AI listener — Amani. Share anything. No judgment. Available 24/7 in English and Swahili.
Amani uses evidence-based tools to understand your situation and help you identify whether you'd benefit from additional support.
Book a free or subsidised session with a licensed Kenyan counsellor, or join a peer support circle near you.
Use our mood tracker and self-help tools to monitor progress. Healing is not linear — we celebrate every small step.
Licensed Kenyan mental health professionals committed to culturally-sensitive, compassionate care.
Evidence-based exercises you can do anytime. Free, guided, and designed for Kenyan contexts.
Guided box breathing, 4-7-8 technique, and calming breath patterns to reduce anxiety and panic in the moment.
5 – 10 minPrompted writing exercises rooted in CBT to help you process emotions, challenge negative thoughts, and find clarity.
15 – 20 minShort guided meditations adapted for everyday Kenyan life — commuting, market stress, family pressure.
5 – 15 minA validated GAD-7 screening tool to help you understand your anxiety levels and decide your next steps.
3 min quizPractical tips to improve sleep — especially for those managing insomnia, night anxiety, or trauma responses.
Read + AudioJoin a weekly peer support group facilitated by trained community volunteers. Available in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and online.
Weekly · 1 hrSmall daily check-ins help you notice patterns, celebrate progress, and catch when things are getting harder before crisis hits. How are you feeling right now?
Yes — AI chat with Amani is completely free, always. Human counsellor sessions are subsidised: Ksh 0 for those who cannot afford it (verified via M-Pesa income proxy) and Ksh 500–1,500 for others. No one is turned away due to cost.
Absolutely. AI conversations are encrypted and not stored after your session ends. Human counsellor sessions are bound by professional confidentiality ethics. The only exception is if you disclose imminent risk of harm to yourself or others — in which case we are legally and ethically required to act to protect life.
That's completely okay — most people haven't. Starting with Amani (our AI) is a gentle, pressure-free way to express yourself first. You can move to a human counsellor when you feel ready. There's no rush and no judgment.
MindSpace is a complement to — not a replacement for — professional psychiatric care. For serious conditions like schizophrenia, severe bipolar disorder, or psychosis, we will help connect you with our network of licensed psychiatrists and partner hospitals. We do not minimise the need for clinical care.
Amani (AI) speaks English and Kiswahili fluently. Human counsellors collectively cover English, Swahili, Kikuyu, Dholuo, Kalenjin, and Arabic. We are working to add more local languages.
Please call our crisis line immediately: 0800 723 253 (free, 24/7). If you are in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest public hospital emergency room. Do not wait.
Fill in this form and we'll match you with the right counsellor within 24 hours. All information is confidential.
We'll respond within 24 hours. If this is urgent, call 0800 723 253 now.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, self-harm, or are in immediate danger, please reach out right now. You matter. Help is real and available.
Kenya Mental Health Crisis Line · Free · 24 hours · 7 days