Ariela Safira, a mental healthcare enthusiast, and founder of Real, has an impressive background in computer science and clinical psychology. She pursued her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics and Computational Science from Stanford University and later did her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Columbia University in the City of New York. Along with her academic qualifications, Ariela has worked for various organizations, including IDEO, Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford (d.school), and Cityblock Health. She has considerable expertise in design, operations, and research, using them to improve mental health solutions across different platforms.

Ariela is also an avid cyclist and set out on cycling expeditions across the US, Switzerland, and Italy to raise funds for charities focused on improving health. She is an inspiration to many and is sure to contribute meaningfully to the field of mental healthcare.