Beacon (Formerly Grüp)

Beacon (Formerly Grüp) is a United States based startup, founded in 2015, with a mission to empower mental wellness on an enterprise scale. The company is developing a mobile application for anonymous group therapy using natural language processing. The platform aims to combat the social stigma around mental health by providing anonymous support in a supportive environment, combining the clinical efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy with the lasting effects of peer support. Beacon plans to launch in the Fall of 2016, targeting clients in the Military, Fire & Police Departments, and large healthcare systems. Despite not having disclosed their last investment or investors, Beacon operates within the AI, Health Care, and Mobile industries, positioning itself at the intersection of technology and healthcare, catering to a growing demand for mental health solutions.