Nigeria’s Blueroomcare secures funding  to bolster access to affordable professional counselling

Blueroomcare, a Nigerian insurance-covered digital therapy service, has secured an undisclosed round of pre-seed funding aimed to boost access to affordable  therapy for all Africans.

The  pre-seed funding round was led by EHA Impact Ventures, with additional participation from TVC Labs and Innovest Africa.

 Moses Aiyenuro, founder and CEO of Blueroomcare said, “This funding will allow us to develop our technology further and expand our services, bringing us closer to our goal of making high-quality mental health care available to everyone, everywhere.”

Founded in 2021, Blueroomcare allows clients to communicate with therapists via in-app messaging, videos, and voice messages. Its platform integrates advanced algorithms with personalised support from licensed mental health professionals, offering users a comprehensive and tailored mental health experience. 

According to Aiyenuro the creation of  Blueroomcare was  inspired by his personal struggle with depression in 2020 after skipping a test.

 World Health Organizarion (WHO) estimates that worldwide, 450 million people have a mental disorder and 25% of the population will suffer from mental illness at some times in their lives.

Aiyenuro stated that Nigeria is in a mental health crisis as one person in four Nigerians suffer from mental illness, but help is hampered by tight budgets and a lack of skilled staff.

Also due to the myths and stigma associated with mental health in Nigeria, seeking counseling or a therapist is seen by some as a sign of weakness.As a result,it is practically impossible to access care in a timely way. Blueroomcare  therefore  aims to provide  effective and affordable mental health support to the common Nigerian.

 The recent funding will be utilised to enhance the Blueroomcare platform’s capabilities, introduce new features, and reach a broader audience.