# Mood Coach Explorer

> Mental health app for value-aligned activity suggestions and symptom management. (iPhone/iPad app by Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mood-coach-explorer/id1532843643 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research](https://appshunter.io/developer/1292950620)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mood-coach-explorer/id1532843643/reviews.md

## What is Mood Coach Explorer?

This app provides:

- help getting motivated to manage symptoms of depression and anxiety by taking small steps each day
- identify your core values, and sync your actions with your values
- find activities you can try that line up with your core values

Mood Coach Explorer is not intended to replace face-to-face clinical care.

This app is being reviewed for safety and feasibility and is designed specifically for those already enrolled in an authorized user experience study. The app REQUIRES a username and password to fully unlock. 

Please contact the developers if you are interested in learning more about Mood Coach Explorer: mobilementalhealth@va.gov

## Key features

- Motivation for depression/anxiety management
- Identify core values
- Sync actions with values
- Activity suggestions aligned with values
- Daily small steps

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mood-coach-explorer/id1532843643/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No longer supported

*2022-04-04*

As of 1/1/2021, this app is retired and is no longer supported according to myvaapps.com.

### 1/5 — Invite code?

*2022-03-31*

Downloaded. Opened App. “Invite Code”? Not worth it.

### 1/5 — Invite code?

*2022-02-10*

Down loaded the. App tried to open and was asked for an invite code. Where is this code?

## Frequently asked questions about Mood Coach Explorer

### What is Mood Coach Explorer?

Mood Coach Explorer is a health and fitness app designed to help users manage symptoms of depression and anxiety by identifying core values and suggesting aligned activities. It supports taking small daily steps towards motivation.

### Who is Mood Coach Explorer for?

This app is specifically designed for individuals already enrolled in an authorized user experience study. It requires a username and password to unlock its full functionality.

### Does Mood Coach Explorer replace clinical care?

No, Mood Coach Explorer is not intended to replace face-to-face clinical care. It serves as a supplementary tool for users in specific study programs.

### What devices does Mood Coach Explorer support?

Mood Coach Explorer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Mood Coach Explorer updated?

The app was last updated on October 23, 2020, with version 1.0. Information on future update frequency is not available.

### What is the user rating for Mood Coach Explorer?

Mood Coach Explorer has a rating of 2.0 stars based on 4 user ratings.

### Is Mood Coach Explorer free to use?

Yes, Mood Coach Explorer is available for free. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How can I learn more about Mood Coach Explorer?

If you are interested in learning more about Mood Coach Explorer, you can contact the developers at mobilementalhealth@va.gov.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2020-10-23

No release notes.

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