Meet Kiwi, the heart and soul of Alongside! Kiwi is our friendly AI mascot, dedicated to providing students with confidential, on-demand mental health support 24/7. Kiwi was developed by a team of mental health experts, with plenty of input and collaboration from a large and diverse group of teen advisors, ensuring a deep understanding of adolescent challenges and needs.
Kiwi’s journey began with extensive training in evidence-based clinicial strategies such as CBT, ACT and DBT. With a wealth of experience in various educational settings, Kiwi has honed the ability to connect with students from all walks of life.
In addition to providing support, Kiwi has some favorite hobbies! Kiwi loves exploring new mindfulness exercises, creating engaging journaling prompts, and developing fun, interactive goal-setting activities. Always eager to learn, Kiwi stays updated with the latest trends and research in mental health to offer the best support possible.