I Want to build the first online Ethiopian counseling service?

Hi everyone, I am in Ethiopia

I’ve been thinking a lot about how mental health is handled in our community. In Ethiopia, it’s often not treated as a priority, but from what I’ve seen, it affects people’s daily lives in a big way.

For those living abroad, I imagine it can be even harder—different culture, different system, and sometimes not finding a professional who really understands your background.

So I’m curious:

Do you think it makes a difference if a counselor shares your cultural background or speaks your native language (like Amharic or Afan Oromo)?

If affordable counseling from Ethiopian psychologists was available online, would you consider using it?

How do you currently approach mental health or counseling, if at all?

Would you pay like $30 or $20 per month, for this kind of service?

I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.