Coaching & Therapy for Entrepreneurs: Introducing GREW

(Growing Resiliency and Entrepreneurial Wellness)

Coaching and therapy for entrepreneurs that fills the gap between traditional therapy, performance management, and business coaches.

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Connecting the performance of the company to your positive mental health
is now possible through our therapy for entrepreneurs.

We understand that entrepreneurs and talent within companies face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and performance. Our experts in psychology and entrepreneurship developed an evidence-informed system that combines science and practice to improve the performance of founders and employees.

Psychology

People in companies of all sizes face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and performance. Our model uses the latest practices in clinical psychology to improve your well-being.

Entrepreneurship

Our model integrates the science on mindset to impact your performance.

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Our Team

We are clinical psychologists and business professors on a mission to improve the performance of founders and employees.

How is Improvement Measured?

GREW uses validated clinical measures to assess symptom improvement for anxiety, depression, and other common mental health issues.

Sleep tracking and sleep hygiene
Stress Index scales
GAD
PHQ
Quality of Life Indicator

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Of entrepreneurs are affected by mental health

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Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy

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Companies seeking entrepreneurial skills in employees

What We Do

GREW for Students

Operating on 3 Tiers of support, GREW for students offers therapy on an individual or group basis using local resources and workshops to inspire growth and wellness. See what works best for your students here.

Curious about your own mindset? Try out the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile here.

GREW for Start-Ups and Small Business

Improve your success in business and mindset using our unique combined strategy of psychology and entrepreneurship.

Individual and Group Sessions
Available
Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile administration and consultation
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Baseline assessment and wellness needs
Professional Development Workshops

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Our Impact

We’re not researchers, but are practicing clinicians and professors with a pragmatic, down-to-earth approach to promote lasting change. Our impact goes beyond serving the talent within organizations. We are a women and minority owned business committed to building a culture of belonging. We are committed to improving our local and global communities through public policy and humanitarian efforts through our therapy for entrepreneurs.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is GREW?

Growing Resiliency and Entrepreneurial Wellness (GREW) is a model that supports the positive mental health and performance of people in companies of all sizes. It is a therapy made specially for entrepreneurs.

Is mental health in startups really a concern?

Yes. The research tells us that 67% of entrepreneurs are affected by mental health. The research also says there’s a direct connection between the mental health of the founder and the success of their startup.

Who developed GREW?

GREW is powered by Open Minds Psychological and Inovas Group, LLC. It was developed by clinical psychologists, business executives and entrepreneurship professors on a mission to impact people, best practices in companies, and public policy.

What performance outcomes does GREW support?

GREW supports the key performance indicators identified during the assessment process. The key performance indicators are specific to your organization at whatever stage of growth. Indicators include performance, physical, and mental health needs.

What type of mental health does GREW support?

Our therapy for entrepreneurs supports executive functioning of individuals with mild to moderate anxiety and/or depression.

What's the difference between GREW and BetterHelp?

BetterHelp and other mental health tech uses “off-the-shelf” psychological models from independent therapists with no qualifications in entrepreneurship and performance. GREW is an innovation within psychology and business performance that is based on science and developed by clinical experts. It is specifically designed for individuals seeking to grow their positive mental health and business.

How can I get GREW?

Contact Open Minds Psychological at bmatey@openmindspsychological.com to schedule a consult.

Is GREW offered in person or online?

GREW can be delivered at our Plymouth Meeting, PA office or via telehealth services.

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What is GREW for Business?

GREW for Business works to activate peak performance of individuals within companies. Our models start with gathering the key performance indicators (KPI) of the team/department along with entrepreneurial indicators (EI) and a psychological assessment of the team member(s). The sessions are delivered within a therapeutic framework that integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and entrepreneurial indicators to impact the performance of the company.

What if I’m not an entrepreneur?

GREW was developed to support the millions of entrepreneurs who start companies, run small businesses and work in large enterprises that embrace a growth mindset. Our model supports the individual in whatever stage of your career.

Is GREW eligible through my EAP?

Yes. GREW can be delivered by your EAP. Contact your HR and/or EAP provider to request access.

Is GREW eligible through my healthcare insurance provider?

No. GREW is a private practice that is currently only available out of network.

Is GREW based on evidence?

Yes. GREW uses the latest assessment tools within business and psychology to an evidence-informed approach that increases positive mental health outcomes and impacts the performance of the company.

What is GREW for Students?

GREW for Students is focused on supporting college students with a startup or small business that are stuck and want to reach the next level of growth. Our models start with gathering the key performance indicators (KPI) of the startup along with entrepreneurial indicators (EI) and a psychological assessment of the student founder(s). The sessions are delivered within a therapeutic framework that integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and entrepreneurial indicators to impact the performance of the startup or small business.

Does GREW for Students offer opportunities for University programs?

Yes, GREW for students has a tiered level of services that includes workshops to meet program level needs. GREW’s University programs supports engagement and retention of student founders, and align with accreditation outcomes.

What’s the difference between GREW and traditional therapy?

Traditional therapy targets reducing mental health symptoms while GREW uses evidence-based therapy while combining business competencies and the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile to establish positive mental health outcomes and performance.

What’s the difference between GREW and Executive Coaching?

Executive coaching is rooted in Industrial Psychology and generally focuses on broad organizational outcomes. GREW is rooted in the science and practice of Clinical Psychology and Entrepreneurship, and focuses on specific individual outcomes. GREW takes an individual-first approach to growth rather than an organizational-first approach.