Recovery Discovery | Scaling Empathy: Tamar Blue on the Tech That’s Expanding Group Healing

In this episode of Show Up and Stay, host DeAnn Knighton and co-host Craig Knighton speak with Tamar Blue, founder and CEO of MentalHappy, about how technology is reshaping access to mental-health and recovery-focused support groups.

Tamar shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind building a platform designed to connect individuals with the right group and facilitator—removing barriers of geography, stigma, and safety concerns. Listeners will learn how MentalHappy creates a secure, stigma-free environment for healing through features such as facilitator vetting, trigger warnings, guided anonymity, and innovative tools like the new “Coming Soon” waitlist for groups in development.

The conversation highlights:

• The power of peer connection in recovery and survivorship beyond traditional clinical care.
• The technology gap leaves many people unsupported and strains the healthcare system.
• Practical advice for facilitators to launch and grow successful groups—including clear guidelines, transparent group descriptions, and accessible pricing models.
• The importance of designing inclusive spaces that respect safety, privacy, and cultural context while fostering trust and belonging.

Whether you’re a mental-health professional, a survivor seeking connection, or a healthcare innovator, this episode sheds light on the evolving landscape of digital group support and how technology, when thoughtfully built, can strengthen—not replace—human connection.

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