We live in an age of constant connection — yet millions feel more alone than ever. Behind polished posts and packed schedules, emotional isolation runs deep. And for far too many, it leads to anxiety, depression, or worse.
This isn’t just a quiet struggle. It’s a global mental health emergency.
That’s why Chosn founder Andre Smith decided it was time to reimagine how we care for our inner lives — starting with something as simple and human as our own voice.
In 2021, over 12 million American adults seriously considered suicide.1.7 million attempted to end their lives.1 in 4 U.S. adults now reports symptoms of anxiety or depression.And globally, 5% of adults suffer from depression each year.
Add to that the devastating health risks of loneliness — linked to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes — and it becomes clear: traditional solutions aren’t enough.
Andre saw the need for a tool that offered real presence, not just productivity. Not another mood tracker or notification, but a mental health support app that could truly meet people where they are.
Journaling has long been a go-to wellness practice. It helps with clarity, stress relief, and emotional awareness. But when someone’s struggling, pulling out a pen or typing thoughts into an app can feel like one more overwhelming task.
And that’s where the idea for Chosn, an audio journaling app, was born.
“When people are anxious, grieving, or emotionally numb, they don’t want to write — they want to be heard. They need connection,” says Andre.
Chosn takes the best of journaling and reinvents it as voice journaling for self-care — turning your phone into a private space for healing and reflection.
Chosn isn’t just a journaling tool. It’s an AI therapy alternative built to listen — not just to what you say, but how you say it.
Here’s how it works:
There are no screens. No complicated interfaces. Just your voice, your story, and a system designed to understand, not judge.
Chosn isn’t therapy — but it can feel like a meaningful first step. It’s designed for:
Over time, Chosn could evolve into a scalable platform that also empowers therapists and researchers to better understand emotional health at scale. But right now, its mission is simple: to help people heal through voice.
We’ve spent years telling people to journal their thoughts.Chosn asks them to speak them instead.
Because sometimes the most powerful healing starts not on paper —but in your own voice.
✨ Try Chosn TodayIf you’ve ever struggled to journal, process emotion, or just be heard, Chosn is for you.Call in. Speak freely. Experience the shift.
Your voice is enough.Let it be heard.
Let it be heard.
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