Stellenbosch-based entrepreneur Daniel Page is revolutionising mental health with his innovative startup Psyche Innovations
Dr. Daniel Page, founder and CEO of Psyche Innovations, is on a mission to transform mental health care through technology and human-centred services. His journey into entrepreneurship is deeply personal. After losing his brother to suicide, he was determined to make mental health support more accessible, proactive, and free from stigma.
Psyche Innovations is tackling one of the biggest challenges in mental health: accessibility. Traditional mental health care is often expensive and only sought out in crisis. Daniel saw an opportunity to bridge this gap by developing evidence-based digital tools that allow individuals, businesses, and institutions to integrate mental well-being into daily life. His flagship app, Psyche: Mental Health, is now used in over 75 countries and has been adopted by organisations such as the City of Cape Town, the Western Cape Education Department, and Stellenbosch University.
Psyche Innovations offers expert-led Workshops and TouchPoint Sessions to equip organisations with practical mental health solutions. The workshops develop psychological skills, enhance mental health literacy, and provide psychological first aid training through interactive sessions. TouchPoint Sessions serve as ongoing group discussions to reinforce learning, support resilience, and sustain mental well-being, with the Psyche: Mental Health app seamlessly complementing these sessions to provide ongoing support and personalised learning. These services enable workplaces, schools, and communities to foster a culture of lasting mental wellness.
Building a startup in the mental health space comes with its own set of challenges. Daniel has had to navigate the complexities of scaling a digital health platform while ensuring that the human element remains at the core. He attributes much of his success to partnerships and collaboration, working closely with experts and organisations to refine and expand Psyche Innovations’ offerings. The company is also exploring AI-driven solutions to make mental health support even more personalised and effective.
Like any entrepreneur, Daniel has faced obstacles, from funding challenges to changing perceptions around mental health. He believes resilience and adaptability are key traits for any founder. His advice to aspiring entrepreneurs is to adopt a growth mindset, embrace learning, and build a strong support network. He credits his partner, Kelsey Andrews, and his family for being a crucial part of his journey.
Looking ahead, Daniel is focused on expanding Psyche Innovations’ impact, ensuring that mental wellness becomes an integral part of workplaces, schools, and communities. For him, this isn’t just about business, it is about making a difference.
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