About Us

Welcome to Mind You: Pioneering Mental Health Innovation for the Philippines and the ASEAN Region

At Mind You, we believe mental well-being is the heartbeat of thriving societies. As the 2024 Best ASEAN Health Tech winner, we are revolutionizing mental and behavioral health, starting from the Philippines and expanding across the ASEAN region. We are working towards making top-tier mental health care accessible to all, combining cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to human dignity, confidentiality, quality of care, reliability, and scientific integrity.

By scaling affordability and broadening access, we empower individuals and communities to take control of their well-being. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to continuing our impact, ensuring every person we reach can lead a happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life.

Our Story

In 2018, a landmark moment in the Philippines—the passing of the Mental Health Act—sparked a movement. The founding team, each with their own personal experiences and diverse backgrounds, came together with a shared vision: to make mental health care accessible and affordable for every Filipino. Among them was Yuri Marshall, now our CEO, whose journey from suicide survivor to leader of one of ASEAN’s most impactful mental health providers is a testament to the power of resilience and hope.

What started as an all-male founding team has beautifully evolved to include remarkable female champions. These inspiring women now lead within our operations and partner companies, fueling our mission to create a thriving ecosystem of mental well-being that reaches far beyond our borders.

At Mind You, we’re united by a simple yet powerful purpose: to provide compassionate, affordable psychological support whenever and wherever it’s needed. Our story is one of overcoming adversity, embracing collaboration, and an unwavering dedication to nurturing the mental well-being of all.

Our Purpose

The founders of Mind You identified the significant gap in the state of mental health care in Asia, particularly in the Philippines. With the introduction of the Mental Health Act in 2018, Mind You recognized the opportunity to improve affordability and access to mental healthcare for all Filipinos.

Our Mission

Through heartfelt education, technology and world class counselling, we can positively change the trend of mental health, focusing on prevention vs cure. We use rapid feedback systems and adopt best international practices to serve our local cultures.

Our Vision

Inspiring hope and connecting humanity, one conversation at a time.

Imagine a world where mental health is prioritized as essential, where every organization and community recognizes that well-being is the cornerstone of progress. As we strive to become the leading authority in the Philippines’ mental and behavioral health space, with aspirations to expand across the ASEAN region, we’re committed to making this vision a reality. Grounded in our commitment to human dignity and backed by scientific integrity, we offer care that’s both compassionate and evidence-based.

Our Values

Human Dignity

We honor and respect every individual’s inherent worth, ensuring our care is compassionate and uplifting.

Confidentiality

Your privacy is paramount. We safeguard your personal information with the highest standards of security and discretion.

Quality of Care

We are committed to delivering exceptional care through evidence-based practices and personalized support, aiming for the highest standards in mental health services.

Reliability

Dependability is at the heart of what we do. We provide consistent, trustworthy support, ensuring you can rely on us for your mental health needs.

Scientific Integrity

Our approach is grounded in rigorous research and data-driven insights, ensuring our solutions are both effective and innovative.

Our Leadership Team

Yuri Marshall

Chief Executive Officer

Yuri Marshall is at the helm of our mission to revolutionize mental health care and elevate industry standards. Born in Cebu to Mindanao parents and raised in Papua New Guinea, Yuri built a successful career in Australia, leading one of Queensland’s top immigration legal firms for over 18 years. His journey took a transformative turn after surviving a suicide attempt in 2019. Driven by his personal experience, Yuri now champions Mind You’s goal to destigmatize mental health, expand access to quality therapy, and make care more affordable for all.

Daimian Parkes

Chief Technology Officer

Daimian brings a wealth of experience as the former Senior Information & Technology Officer for Queensland Health in Australia. His extensive background in healthtech, data management, and compliance is a cornerstone of Mind You’s commitment to innovation and security. Daimian’s expertise ensures that we not only stay at the forefront of mental health technology but also uphold the highest standards of data protection and compliance. His leadership and depth of knowledge are key to maintaining Mind You’s position as an industry leader for years to come.

Christina Sang

Chief Strategy and Relationships Officer

Christina Sang, with over 14 years of experience working with luxury brands and high-profile clients like Tom Cruise and Will Smith, also holds a Guinness World Record for organizing At.mosphere in the Burj Khalifa, Dubai. Having faced her own mental health struggles and burnout, Christina founded The Wellnest Collective to support the younger version of herself and drive innovative workplace wellness solutions. She co-owns the You Wellbeing Festival, the Philippines' first online wellness event, now transitioning to live formats, and partners with Mad Travel to advance environmental and economic sustainability. Her extensive certifications and ongoing studies highlight her commitment to impactful leadership and holistic well-being.

Mark Richard Pagal

Head of Product

Mark, a Filipino-Canadian whose parents are from Cagayan Valley and La Union, has a vast proficiency in user experience and interface design, specifically in the field of medical technology. He has designed and built systems for some of the world's leading healthcare companies. Mark’s key motivator is to design and develop products which will have a direct impact on solving global issues.

Rea Celine Villa

Senior Psychologist

Rea spearheads the creation and execution of cutting-edge mental health programs and policies at Mind You. She drives preventative care through impactful webinars, workshops, and training, and provides strategic insights based on mental health assessments and psychometric reports. As the co-author of the Filipino Youth Depression scale, Rea has made significant contributions to early depression detection. Her distinguished career includes serving as a Psychology professor and Chief Psychologist at Pasig City General Hospital, where she expertly managed complex cases of trauma and mental health disorders. Her exceptional expertise and leadership are pivotal to advancing Mind You’s mission and shaping mental health care in the Philippines.

Dan Villafuerte

Senior Psychologist - Internal Affairs

Dan is the Internal Senior Psychologist of Mind You. It is his responsibility to ensure that Mind You Psychologists are not only offering quality care to clients, but also have the opportunity to grow in the field of psychology and further their professional development. He firmly believes in and strives for Mind You's goal to be able to provide quality mental health care to Filipinos of all walks of life, especially through the furthering of psychology as a profession in the Philippines.

Our Science Advisory Board

Gisa Paredes

Health Programs Director

With a decade of experience in maritime mental health, this licensed psychologist and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at WellatSea is deeply committed to the well-being of maritime professionals. Their tireless efforts have led to significant advancements in the industry's mental health landscape, and they have a profound understanding of the unique challenges faced by seafarers and those working at sea. They've been instrumental in developing innovative solutions to promote psychological wellness and resilience, all in pursuit of creating a healthier and more supportive environment for maritime workers to thrive personally and professionally while at sea.

Anthony Williams

Advisory Board Member

Dr. Antony Williams BSc, PGCE, MA, MSc, EdD, is a Director Doctor at the University of Sheffield, where he has been a professor for over 10 years. Dr. Williams' research interests are focused on areas of critical psychology and psychoanalytic concepts and theory. To date, his research has focused on contributing to the concept of critical educational psychology. His other areas of interest include group dynamics, conceptions of mental health and emotional wellbeing, case study research and the use of reflexive and interpretative research methods.

Ma. Angeles Guanzon-Lapeña, MA

Advisory Board Member

Ms. Maria Angeles Lapeña is the Chief Technical Adviser of Global Resources for Assessment, Curriculum, and Evaluation (GRACE). She is a retired faculty member of the De La Salle University, where she chaired the Psychology Department (1994-1996) and the Behavioral Sciences Department (1986-1990). Before teaching at DLSU, she was connected with the Foreign Service Institute of the Department of Foreign Affairs, and also taught at the Ateneo de Manila University and the University of the Philippines.