About one year ago, Airapy founder Rachel Cox launched the online therapy startup as a solution for others needing accessible mental health care after struggling to find her own.

The platform was built for those open to “walk and talk” therapy, which differs from traditional in-office meetings, and instead take place at a coffee shop, in a park or another public space. There are ground rules and previously agreed-upon mechanisms if, say, patient and provider run into acquaintances.

Users could book an appointment with a handful of independently contracted therapists on the platform during various open time slots. And after the relaunch, which happened this month, all of this remains true.

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