MindMate
Helping Men Navigate Emotional Wellness
A mobile app designed to support men with mood tracking, journaling, and self-guided emotional tools—without stigma or judgment.
ROLE
UI UX Design / User Research
ROLE
UI UX Design / User Research
ROLE
UI UX Design / User Research
Research Insights
What Men Told Us About Mental Health
I surveyed 50+ men ages 18–45. The results revealed the emotional barriers they face—and the design gaps I needed to solve.
- 75% don’t talk about their feelings
- 62% don’t journal because it feels “too soft”
- 80% said they’d use a tool that feels private and non-judgmental
User Persona
Jay, 22 — The College Guy
Goals: Gain control of his emotions, reduce anxiety
Frustrations: Overthinks, lacks routine
Needs: Easy check-ins, non-judgmental tools
Omar, 30 — The Working Professional
Goals: Daily emotional balance
Frustrations: Avoids journaling, too busy
Needs: Fast, discreet features
Marcus, 40 — The New Father
Goals: Emotional clarity, confidence as a dad
Frustrations: Feels guilty expressing vulnerability
Needs: Guided prompts, privacy-first UX
Feature Priority Breakdown
Using MoSCoW mapping, I prioritized essential MVP features.
How Users Navigate MindMate
Each user flow was designed to feel simple, private, and supportive—without overwhelming the user.
Early Wireframes & Interaction Mapping
I began with low-fidelity sketches to validate ideas before jumping into visual design.
Final UI — A Safe Emotional Space
The final design is calm, masculine, and non-judgmental. I used color psychology and familiar mobile patterns to ease interaction.
Screens (show at least 6):
- Welcome
- Mood Check-in
- Toolkit Dashboard
- Journal Entry
- Emotional Literacy Page
- Profile / Settings
- Toolkit Dashboard
What I Learned
Designing for men’s mental health taught me how small design choices can build—or break—emotional trust.
Final Summary
- Simplicity Wins: Fewer steps = happier users.
- Accessibility is a must: Improved contrast & touch targets.
- Personalization drives engagement: Custom dashboards increase satisfaction.