Proof of Usefulness Report

Alma

Analysis completed on 1/9/2026

+624
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Alma is a significant, verified player in the mental health tech space with over $220M in funding and 8,000+ providers, positioning it well above the calibration baseline. While the project fundamentals (utility, traction, reach) are exceptional, the specific submission quality is low (generic username, hyperbolic claims like 'most people have used my product'). However, the verifiable external data confirms 'Unicorn' status, driving a high Proof of Usefulness score despite the poor response effort.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142
Audience Reach Impact+108
Technical Innovation+56
Evidence Of Traction+178
Market Timing Relevance+45
Functional Completeness+3
Subtotal+533
Usefulness Multiplierx1.17
Final Score+624

Project Details

Project URL
helloalma.com
Description
Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care. We do this by making it easy and financially rewarding for therapists to accept insurance and offer in-network care. When a provider joins Alma, they gain access to a suite of tools that not only help them better run their business, but also grow it sustainably and develop as a provider. Alma is available in all 50 states, with over 8,000 therapists in our growing network. Anyone looking for a therapist can browse Alma’s free directory. Alma has raised $220.5M in funding from Insight Partners, Optum Ventures, Tusk Venture Partners, Primary Venture Partners, Sound Ventures, BoxGroup, Cigna Ventures, and Rainfall Ventures. Alma was also named one of Inc’s Best Workplaces in 2022.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Health And-Wellness, Risk Management, Healthcare Tech
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline