What does it take to turn code into a compassionate AI companion for mental wellness?
In this episode, we sit down with Jonatas Lira, Brazilian-Australian entrepreneur and founder of MindMate AI—a 24/7 mental wellness app that blends AI, psychology, and mobile tech to deliver personalized emotional support. From his software development roots in Recife to launching one of Australia’s most thoughtful health platforms, Jonatas shares how personal experience, technical skill, and empathy come together to create meaningful products.
We explore the realities of building a solo-founder app, the design principles behind sensitive AI tools, and how privacy, trust, and user care are woven into every interaction. Whether you’re a developer, founder, or mental health advocate, this conversation offers practical lessons and inspiration for creating technology that truly listens.
Jonatas Lira Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonataslr/
