Mello is a free mental health app designed specifically for young Australians by researchers at Orygen Youth Health Research Centre. It is an evidence-based app that aims to support the mental health of young minds who are struggling with anxiety and depression. With practical tools and techniques, Mello helps users break free from negative thinking and develop skills to proactively manage their mental health.

Mello works by tackling the root cause of anxiety and depression — stuck thinking. It incorporates practical, science-backed techniques like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Developed in collaboration with psychologists, researchers, and young people, Mello offers effective clinical solutions that work.

The app provides tailored therapy activity recommendations, allows users to vent their thoughts, and offers a range of evidence-based therapy activities. It also includes short courses to help users build skills, track their mood through regular check-ins, and gain insights into patterns of stuck thinking. Mello also provides links to emergency supports for immediate help.

Backed by science and built for life, Mello is grounded in research and developed by psychologists and leading mental health researchers. In a study conducted by Orygen Digital and the University of Melbourne, Mello was found to significantly reduce anxiety, depression, and stuck thinking among young users. After six weeks of using Mello, a significant number of users reported no longer having clinically significant levels of depression and anxiety.

Mello is not-for-profit and delivered by Orygen Digital, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of young people by making mental health support accessible to all. It is a valuable resource for young Australians seeking reliable and clinically effective mental health treatments.