Meet Timo & Christin
How a personal struggle with therapy waitlists became a mission to make DBT accessible to everyone who needs it.
Born from Love & Necessity
When my beloved Christin was struggling to find a therapy spot, I watched her wait months for the mental health support she desperately needed. The therapy waitlists were endless, but her need for DBT skills was immediate.
I couldn't just stand by and watch. Drawing from comprehensive DBT books and research, I began creating what would become DBT-Mind—initially just for Christin, to give her the tools she needed while waiting for professional care.
What started as a personal project born from love has grown into something much bigger. Now, we want to make DBT accessible to everyone who could benefit from these life-changing skills, regardless of therapy waitlists or availability.
"Sometimes the most powerful solutions come from the most personal struggles. DBT-Mind is our love letter to everyone who's ever felt lost while waiting for help."
- Timo & ChristinBuilt with Love
Created for someone we care about deeply
Evidence-Based
Grounded in comprehensive DBT research
For Everyone
Making DBT accessible to all who need it
Timo & Christin with Kira
The story behind DBT-Mind: love, determination, and making mental health accessible
Meet the Team
Behind every great mission are passionate people. Learn more about the individuals making DBT accessible to everyone.
Timo
DBT Mind Founder & Developer
Mental Health Advocate
Background: Software developer with a passion for mental health advocacy. When Christin faced therapy waitlists, Timo channeled his technical skills into creating practical solutions for immediate DBT support.
Expertise: Extensive self-study of DBT methodology, app development, and user experience design focused on mental health applications.
Mission: Believes that technology can bridge the gap between needing mental health support and receiving it, especially during crisis situations.
Christin
Co-Founder & User Experience Lead
Personal Experience Expert
Background: The inspiration behind DBT-Mind. Christin's personal journey with mental health challenges and therapy waitlists shaped every feature of our platform.
Expertise: Real-world DBT application, user experience insights from a patient perspective, and ensuring our tools actually help in crisis situations.
Mission: Ensures that DBT-Mind remains grounded in the real experiences of people struggling with mental health challenges, not just theory.
Our Mission: DBT for All
Our Mission
No one should have to wait months for life-saving mental health tools. DBT-Mind bridges the gap between needing support and receiving it, offering comprehensive, evidence-based DBT skills in a private, accessible format. Because mental health can't wait.
Accessibility First
Mental health support should be available to everyone, regardless of location, insurance, or therapy waitlists.
Privacy Protected
Your mental health journey is personal. We ensure complete privacy and data protection in everything we build.
Evidence-Based
Every feature is grounded in proven DBT methodology and real-world effectiveness, not just good intentions.
Let's Connect
Have questions, feedback, or want to share your DBT journey? We'd love to hear from you.
Get in Touch
Questions about DBT-Mind, mental health support, or want to chat about mental health advocacy?
hello@dbt-mind.comOur story started in Germany, but our mission is global. DBT-Mind is built to support mental health journeys everywhere, with multilingual support and culturally sensitive approaches.
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