# Automated Anxiety Management Apps The 'Pocketcoach' App Offers Therapy-Like Support By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketcoach References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/pocketcoach?utm_campaign=startup-68332&utm_medium=atom&utm_source=newsfeed) & [pocketcoach.co](https://www.pocketcoach.co/?ref=betalist) The 'Pocketcoach' app is a [mental health-focused solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brightmind-1) for consumers who are looking to take more control over their everyday wellness and avoid the unwanted effects that can come with stress or anxiety. The app acts as an [automated therapist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapistai) that will teach cognitive behavior therapy to the user to help them better understand and manage their anxiety, panic attacks and/or stress. Users can chat with the interface to gain access to the kind of therapy they require for what they're feeling or they can choose from a list to make it as intuitive to use as possible. The 'Pocketcoach' app helps teach users the [coping mechanisms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unlearn-stress) they need to make it through an single instance of distress as well as how to handle it in the future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automated Therapy Apps:** There is an opportunity for more apps that provide mental health solutions beyond just anxiety management. - **AI-powered Mental Health:** Artificial intelligence can revolutionize the way that mental health solutions are delivered to mental health consumers. - **Virtual Therapist:** There is a trend towards more virtual therapy sessions, a trend that could open up more opportunities for remote and affordable mental health care. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mental Health Apps:** The mental health app industry is ripe for disruption as more consumers seek affordable and accessible mental health solutions. - **Artificial Intelligence Industry:** The AI industry can benefit from developing AI-powered mental health solutions that can revolutionize the way mental health care is delivered. - **Telemedicine Industry:** With the trend towards virtual therapy sessions, there is an opportunity for the telemedicine industry to expand their services and reach new customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Mental Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapist-app.md) - [Stress Reduction Finance Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moneycoach-app.md) - [Mobile Therapy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-therapy.md) - [AI Mental Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mentalport.md) - [Self-Therapy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindling.md) - [Emotional Support Chats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-mind.md) - [Anxiety Support Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anxiety-support.md) - [Personalized AI Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flint-ai-therapy.md) - [AI Mental Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-pocket-therapist.md)