According to data from the Startup Nation Finder business information platform, 2024 saw an increase in both investor confidence and funding within the mental health technology field, following a dip in activity during 2023. The recovery in 2024 in mental health was substantial and increased by 66% to $123M in private funding, demonstrating resilience and renewed investor interest. 85% of mental health technology startups are in early development stages—a relatively high figure compared to the broader health sector (65%). This reflects a particularly high growth rate and emphasizes the need for ongoing financial support to further expand offerings and deepen research in the field.
The map presents the main sub-fields in mental health across four main categories:
Self-Care – tools and technologies that enable people to proactively manage their mental health; Mental Health Research – innovation focusing on early diagnosis, personalized psychiatry, and machine learning technologies; Managed Care Platforms – systems that connect patients and therapists through digital or hybrid solutions; Workflow Automation – AI-based solutions to reduce administrative burden and improve therapeutic efficiency.
Despite economic and security challenges, 2024 has proven to be a year of forging strategic partnerships and advancing technological initiatives in mental health. The accelerated project growth, coupled with renewed investor confidence, suggests significant expansion potential for Israel's mental health ecosystem—particularly in trauma care and resilience-building for broader communities.
Israel's mental health crisis calls for coordinated, immediate action to leverage technological innovation in this sector. Several pivotal steps are required to grow the field and harness existing knowledge and innovation: firstly, expanding digital treatment options by integrating AI and automation solutions into legislation and national health policy; concurrently, intensifying public information campaigns and trauma awareness through digital psychoeducational programs and community initiatives; focusing on early detection of mental health trends through data analytics to prevent crises from escalating; increasing investment in both established and emerging startups to support research, development, and widespread adoption of existing solutions; and finally, promoting international collaborations, drawing on Israel's expertise in trauma care to assist global communities grappling with wars, disasters, and mass-casualty events.
To view the 2025 Israeli mental health technology ecosystem landscape map – click here.
About Startup Nation Central: Startup Nation Central is a free-acting NGO providing global solution seekers frictionless access to Israel's bold and impatient innovators to help tackle the world's most pressing challenges. Our free business engagement platform, Finder, delivers unrestricted access to real-time, updated information and deep business insights into the Israeli tech ecosystem.
About ICAR Collective: ICAR Collective is a multidisciplinary initiative that brings together researchers, clinicians, and technology innovators to develop and scale evidence-based trauma recovery solutions. Focused on integrating science-backed interventions with cutting-edge technologies, ICAR works to ensure that mental health innovation is driven by clinical expertise and real-world impact. By mapping the mental health tech ecosystem, identifying service gaps, and supporting the deployment of AI, teletherapy, and automation tools, ICAR is leading the charge in transforming trauma recovery in Israel.
About Bezyl: Bezyl is an AI-powered, interoperable mental health platform designed to accelerate access to innovative mental health solutions. It curates and delivers personalized support toolkits for healthcare organizations and communities. Through its app and connected tools, Bezyl generates actionable data insights to drive improvements in mental health care. The platform currently features a toolbox of over 150 mental health companies, with more than one-third based in Israel.
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SOURCE Startup Nation Central
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