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About The After Collective

The After Collective provides free, private, and ethically and environmentally responsible disaster recovery coaching—24/7 stress management and logistical support for anyone impacted by a disaster. Co-founded by Adrienne Heinz, Ph.D., and Abhi Jha, the organization harnesses psychological science and technology to reduce suffering and support recovery. Its AI-enabled Disaster Recovery Coach with Agentic AI delivers compassionate psychological support, curated resources, and personalized guidance across web, mobile, SMS, and community platforms. The After Collective is dedicated to democratizing access to mental health support, tactical guidance, and recovery resources so survivors never walk the journey alone.

Fast Facts

  • Founded June 2025 by Adrienne Heinz, Ph.D., and Abhi Jha to reimagine how families and communities recover from disaster.
  • Fiscally sponsored project of the Edward Charles Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, EIN 26-4245043.
  • Disaster Recovery Coach with Agentic AI being built on SMS, WhatsApp, Slack, Discord, and other community platforms.
  • Leadership: Adrienne Heinz, Ph.D., Executive Director & Co-Founder; Abhi Jha, Co-Founder.

Media Contact

media@theaftercollective.org