[exdsq]

It's a CBT app - if it helps people feel better that's good enough for most. Perhaps a message at the beginning saying "Remember this isn't a replacement for licenced therapy so if you're feeling particularly bad contact your GP or <suicide hotline>" could be useful.

But for those who haven't got access to anything, something is better than nothing, and there is evidence even journals tracking your feelings help (which this appears to be, albeit in a more advanced form).

[phowson83]

Indeed, the general availability of something like an app means we can reach people who otherwise wouldn't have been reached and may not have learned about this kind of self-help skill, and there is a good evidence base that journalling and tracking feelings can really help people.

Great feedback on the message at the beginning, actually the next version will have an upgraded "crisis line" / SOS section in the app for people who need it. While we are clear that Iona is not a crisis service at the beginning screens, it also makes sense to have appropriate signposting throughout the app in case people ignore or don't read the warnings.