He@lio
He@lio is an initiative by youth members of Bellevue Youth Link Board and Youth Council, aimed at providing mental health support through innovative chatbot technology. Our project leverages advanced AI to create a non-judgmental, supportive environment for youth.
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Project Overview
History
He@lio was our first project was born during the early stages of the pandemic, addressing the rising mental health challenges. The idea of a mental health chatbot emerged from a storytelling session on AI by local entrepreneur Chad Oda. The entire design was ideated by youth, who took on the challenge of learning computer science at an early stage all by themselves. We tried Microsoft Virtual Agent to create the first chatbot. Followed by conversational AI programming playing with Voiceflow. Last year we graduated to ChatGPT based API that learnt from our journaling data.
Started by Bellevue Youth Link's Mental Health subgroup, ideated the text chatbot based on Microsoft Virtual Agent.
Migrated from text to a conversational AI program called "Voiceflow".
Adapted ChatGPT and moved on to the 3rd iteration.
Applied to NSF (National Science Foundation) & qualified as "Human-centric design," moving on to the next stage.
How He@lio Started
What We're Building
12-Week Journaling
Custom GPTs creating chatbots that respond in specific ways to guide mental health journaling.
Website Development
Continuous improvement through brainstorming and implementation of new ideas.
API Integration
Seamlessly connecting our journaling chatbot to websites and school portals.
Leveraging LLMs
He@lio API
Connects to school and corporate portals to create accessibility for all users.
Training Model
Built on real-life conversations to provide authentic and relevant support.
Cross-referential Databases
Creates a unique personalized plan tailored to each user's specific needs.
API Details
What is an API?
- Application Program Interface
- Connects 3rd party software
- Similar to connecting Paypal API to your website for online purchases
- Saves time and money
Development Process
- Prompt Engineering
- Short weekly courses and practice projects
- 3-month timeline
Functionality
- Makes Healio directly accessible on school and university portals
- Personalized to the needs of each school district
Meet Our Team
Shivani
- • Internship at Betacom in Bellevue, developed passion for technology
- • Knowledge of Python and HTML
- • Developed and tested custom GPTs
- • Working on integrating API keys and expanding the chatbot
Shaurya
- • Freshman at Langley High School in McLean, Virginia
- • Experience in HTML and learning Python
- • Working on API integration and improving journaling
Sid
- • Started as a Sophomore in High School in 2020
- • Learned about LLMs before ChatGPT release
- • Launched a Software Development Company
Aditya
- • Experience with AI, Robotics, & Coding
- • Developing & fine-tuning LLMs for Healio Mental Health Chatbot
- • Made a web interface to interact with Healio
6-Week Curriculum
Why He@lio Works
Research-Backed
Journaling helps accept rather than judge mental experiences, resulting in fewer negative emotions (Ford, Lam, John, & Mauss, 2018; Baikie & Wilhelm, 2005).
Unique Approach
Encourages active reflection on thoughts, walking participants through positive thinking.
Non-Judgmental
Good alternative for people who don't like face-to-face conversations.
Memory
Chatbot remembers events and can circle back for updates.
Active Feedback
Provides strategies and resources for overcoming challenges.
Join the Team
Time Commitment
1-2 hours per week
Experience
No Experience Necessary: We'll teach you everything you need to know.