Listen "Building Happiness with Anurag Agarwalla"
Episode Synopsis
EPISODE 22In this episode of Founder Mode, Anurag Agarwalla shares his journey from leading fast-moving engineering teams at Uber to building hpy, an AI-powered platform designed to support therapists and patients in achieving better outcomes. He explains why emotional systems matter as much as technical ones, how to design for happiness without burning out, and why privacy and empathy must be foundational in mental health tech. The conversation dives into emotional intelligence, daily habits, and how AI can serve as a companion tool without replacing the human connection at the core of therapy.CHAPTERS00:00 – From Uber to building for happiness05:12 – Healing the healer: AI for therapists09:27 – Privacy and ethics in mental health tech14:06 – Designing systems for happiness and balance23:37 – Building tools for healthier habitsLINKSConnect with Anurag Agarwallathinkhpy.com • LinkedIn • X/TwitterConnect with hpyLinkedIn • X/Twitter • InstagramSpecial OfferDo you go to therapy? Your next therapy session is on us. With hpy, we help clinicians help YOU reach your goals faster with better outcomes, tracking and progress. Introduce us to your therapist and if they sign up for hpy, your next session is on us. Email [email protected] to get started and mention Founder Mode. Are you a mental health professional and want to automate all of your admin? With hpy Pro, the first AI assistant designed specially for therapy, save up to 20 hours a week. We’re offering Founder Mode listeners an exclusive—refer a colleague and get an entire YEAR of hpy Pro free. To get registered, email [email protected] and mention Founder Mode.Stay Connected with Founder ModeSubscribe to our newsletter: foundermode.kit.comConnect with KevinLinkedIn • X/TwitterConnect with JasonLinkedIn • X/Twitter
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