A first step toward reimagining mental wellness through faith
Inciting Hope is an early step toward making digital mental wellness support more trusted and faith-aligned. The app offers a safe space to reflect, connect, and feel heard—without judgment or overwhelming costs.
Project Overview
A faith-based mobile app designed to make mental health support more accessible, affordable, and approachable—especially for those who feel underserved by traditional systems.
Inciting Hope builds a safe space for users to connect with faith-aligned circles, access resources, and eventually book therapy sessions—all within a trusted environment.
Status
Phase 1 completed – Product in development
Team
1 Founder
1 Project Lead
1 Development Lead
Myself – Lead Product Designer
My Role
Lead Product Designer
Duration
December 2024 – January 2025
Most people don’t seek help due to cost, stigma, and lack of trust
High therapy costs discourage people from seeking help
Users often distrust digital mental health apps due to privacy concerns
Existing apps lacked personalisation for faith-based communities
A gap in peer-based support, reflection tools, and spiritual connection
A warm, minimal, and trust-building experience from first tap
Prioritised empathy, calmness, and clarity in UI/UX decisions
Integrated soft gradients, journaling prompts, and affirmations
Added community-driven elements like discussion circles and reflections
Clear CTAs, onboarding support, and trust-building screens (e.g., privacy disclaimers)
A private, community-first mental health app built on trust and empathy
Designed a minimal and calming mobile interface centred around spiritual and emotional wellness
Created flows for onboarding, journaling, community circles, and resource access
Ensured all flows prioritised privacy, control, and trust-building language
Promoted faith-based group support and personal reflection with optional anonymity
More features, more support—real-world and digital. Phase 2 will introduce therapy session bookings, AI-integrated support chats, group meetups, and faith-guided mental wellness journeys.
Session Bookings
Paid therapy session bookings
Integrating AI
AI-integrated mental health chat support
Chat Support
Real-life group meetups and deeper personalization
A mental Health App
Mental Health App
Subscription Based
Micro-interactions
Information Architecture
Design a Safe & Welcoming Interface
Create a comforting first impression that encourages users to open up without fear of judgment.
Build Trust Through Faith-Based Visuals
Incorporate subtle spiritual cues (like color symbolism and Christian motifs) to make users feel seen and connected.
Make Support Feel Affordable & Within Reach
Seamless connection to major social media networks is a must, with real-time updates and notifications
Encourage Consistency in Mental Wellness Habits
Use nudges, daily prompts, and reflection tools to help users make emotional wellness a steady habit.