SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — April 11, 2025 — In response to a growing mental health crisis among college students, ShareWell, a leading platform for peer-led mental health support, has announced the nationwide rollout of free unlimited memberships for all currently enrolled university students in the United States.
The initiative comes amid troubling statistics, with nearly seven in ten students reportedly experiencing mental health challenges ranging from anxiety and depression to trauma and isolation. ShareWell’s new program aims to remove financial barriers and provide accessible, community-driven support to students at a critical time.
“We believe that no one should have to navigate mental health struggles alone,” said a ShareWell spokesperson. “By offering free access to our virtual peer support groups, we’re creating a safe space for students to heal, connect, and thrive—together.”
A Virtual Community for Mental Wellness
ShareWell’s platform offers live, virtual peer support groups led by trained facilitators who have personal experience with mental health issues. These sessions focus on a wide array of topics including:
- Anxiety and depression
- Emotional abuse and trauma
- Coping with chronic medical conditions
- Navigating major life transitions
The peer-led format is designed to foster genuine connection, understanding, and mutual empowerment among participants.
With this new student-focused initiative, university enrollees across the country can now join unlimited weekly support sessions—free of charge—allowing them to access care whenever and wherever they need it.
Bridging the Mental Health Care Gap
The program represents a significant step in closing the accessibility gap in mental health services for students, many of whom face long wait times or limited resources through campus counseling centers. By offering an alternative, stigma-free platform, ShareWell hopes to complement traditional mental health care and ensure students have support systems in place 24/7.
