The Basics
What is the age range of people who can use Soluna for free in California?
13 to 25 years old
Which tool allows you to record and explore your emotional patterns over time?
The Mood Log
True or False: Soluna coaches are real people, not AI bots.
True! They are trained behavioral health professionals.
True or False: Your parents or teachers can see what you talk about with your Soluna coach.
False: The app is confidential and youth-centered (unless there is a serious safety concern).
Soluna is readily available in which two states?
California and New Jersey.
True or False: You need health insurance to use Soluna.
False!
f you want to draw peacefully because you can’t find the words to express how you feel, which tool should you use?
Starboard Tool
How long is a typical 1:1 coaching chat session?
40 - 45 minutes.
True or False: You can use your real full name as your public username in the peer forums.
False. To keep things safe and anonymous, Soluna uses unique usernames that don't reveal your identity to other users.
True or False: Soluna is available to all California residents in the age range, regardless of their immigration status.
True! It is designed to be equitable and accessible to everyone.
What 3 pieces of information do you need to enter to create your Soluna account?
Date of Birth (DOB), California Zip Code, and Email Address.
Which of these is NOT a real Soluna tool?
A) Thought Shaker
B) Free Write
C) Fortune Teller
D) Noise Cleanse
C) Fortune Teller
Fill in the Blank: In addition to the app tools, you can find other resources for ______.
Housing Resources.
Does Soluna sell your personal data to advertisers?
No. Soluna is built to be private and secure; your data is not sold.
While the app itself is in English and Spanish, how many languages are available for 1:1 coaching over the phone?
19 languages (including Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, and more!)
Which California initiative provides the funding for Soluna and its partner app, BrightLife Kids?
California Youth and Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), through CalHOPE, under DHCS (California Department of Health Care Services).
What is the "Thought Shaker" tool used for?
an affirmation/perspective generator to help shift your mindset
What is the "Peer Community" on Soluna?
A moderated forum where you can share stories and support other users in a safe, anonymous environment.
At what age can California minors legally consent to their own mental health treatment on the app?
12 years old and up.
If you're a student at a California college or university, who covers the cost of your Soluna access?
The State of California (specifically the Department of Health Care Services). It’s 100% free for you.
Soluna is available as an app, but if you don't have a smartphone, how can you still get coaching?
Through the website or via professional over-the-phone coaching.
Soluna features "Constellations." What are these?
They are curated sets of resources, articles, and activities focused on specific topics (like "Stress," "Relationships," or "School").
How does Soluna ensure the Peer Community stays safe?
Every single comment is reviewed by a professional moderator before it is published.
What happens if you are chatting and mention you are in immediate danger or a crisis?
Soluna triggers a safety protocol to connect you with crisis resources (like 988) and professional intervention.
Soluna covers all of California—how many total counties in CA have access to these services?
All 58 counties!