Meet our team

Our team is passionate about making a difference in mental health support.

At Open Ear, we believe everyone deserves access to affordable, stigma-free emotional support — and our team is dedicated to making that a reality across India.

Karan Deshpande
Founder

Karan is a pioneer in the field of mental health support, driven by a vision to bring accessible emotional care to every Indian. With over 10 years of experience in technology and wellness, he founded Open Ear to bridge the gap between mental wellness needs and available resources. His work focuses on creating a safe, inclusive space for people to express themselves in their own language — and to get help when they need it most.

Why Our Team Matters

We’re not just building a product — we’re building a support ecosystem that reflects the values and needs of India’s mental wellness landscape.

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Diverse Perspectives

Our team brings together experts from psychology, AI, design, and community outreach — ensuring every aspect of Open Ear is shaped by real-life understanding and empathy.

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User-Centric Design

We prioritise emotional safety at every stage, from how conversations are structured to how data is protected — keeping your privacy and well-being at the core of everything we do.

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Vernacular Support

With 90% of users preferring to speak in their local language, we’ve built support systems that understand regional nuances and make mental wellness accessible to all.

80%
of users feel heard and understood
₹499
monthly for unlimited support
24/7
crisis support with 5-minute response

Support Ecosystem

Open Ear isn’t just a tool — it’s a network designed to offer emotional safety and real-time help whenever you need it.

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Safe and Accessible

We ensure your conversations remain private and secure. With a 3-step safety protocol for user data, we protect your identity and emotions at every touchpoint.

Vernacular Language Support

Whether you speak Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, or Marathi, our platform supports you in your native language — making emotional support more relatable and accessible.

What People Say

"I’ve tried many platforms, but Open Ear made me feel truly heard. The support was there when I needed it most."

— Priya, Mumbai

"As someone who works full-time, having 24/7 access to emotional support without judgment has been life-changing."

— Arjun, Bangalore

Ready to start your mental wellness journey?

Join thousands of users who trust Open Ear for everyday emotional support and crisis detection.

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Get in Touch

Address: Unit 59, 1st Floor, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641002, India