In this episode of Talkin’ St. Pete, Ryan sits down with Cole Smith, founder of Opal, an AI-powered platform changing how we approach therapy.
Opal is the “front door” to therapy—offering 24/7 access via the app or web, tracking symptoms, and keeping users connected to their therapists. Cole shares how his personal experience with therapy and growing up with a therapist mom inspired him to build a tool that supports both clinicians and clients.
They also dive into the future of AI, how it can elevate human connection by handling admin tasks, and the importance of support systems in entrepreneurship—like Cole’s wife, who he credits as his cofounder.
🎧 Tune in for a powerful look at mental health, innovation, and building with purpose.
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