Early Traction
Bliss says it has:- 50+ licensed therapists onboarded
- Users across 10 countries
- Early B2B traction, including Raiffeisen Bank and We Love Mondays
- Development underway for its first supervised AI companion release
Backed by Global Innovation Leaders
Keiretsu Forum is one of the world’s largest angel investor networks, with chapters across North America, Europe, and Asia, supporting early-stage companies through capital, mentorship, and global access. Finest Love VC, led by general partners Peter Vesterbacka, a Slush co-founder and former Rovio executive known for promoting Angry Birds, and Kustaa Valtonen, who with Vesterbacka has driven the proposed Tallinn-Helsinki tunnel project, invests in ambitious cross-border innovation connecting the Nordics to global markets. Plug and Play, the Silicon Valley innovation platform known for early bets on PayPal and Dropbox, is among the backers. The company has been increasing its presence in emerging European ecosystems. “Jona is an exceptional founder with relentless drive. That persistence is why we took Bliss seriously from the start. People are already turning to AI for emotional support, but most systems were never designed for real care. Bliss is building what the long-term model should look like: clinically grounded, culturally aware AI with strong human guardrails, and access to world-class therapists when it matters.” – Dr. Ravik Mima, CEO, Keiretsu Forum SEEThe Bigger Bet
The mental health tech market is crowded. AI therapy tools are multiplying. Most rely on LLMs wrapped in conversational UI. Bliss is betting that the next phase won’t be generic AI, but culturally specialized, clinician-supervised systems. With the fresh funding, the company plans to:- Launch the first version of therapist-trained AI companions
- Expand into additional diaspora markets, including the US
- Scale B2B partnerships with multinational employers
- Strengthen AI governance and clinical oversight frameworks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bliss?
Bliss is a culturally attuned therapy platform that matches clients with licensed therapists by language and culture. It was originally founded in Albania, is headquartered in Finland, and operates between Tirana and Helsinki.
How much did Bliss raise?
Bliss raised $270,000 (reported by some outlets as about €233,000) in a round combining angel investment and non-dilutive grants, led by Keiretsu Forum, Finest Love VC and Plug and Play, announced in March 2026.
Who founded Bliss?
Bliss was founded by Jona Doda, a London School of Economics alumna and former growth leader at fintech and proptech startups in Europe.
How will Bliss use the funding?
The company plans to launch its first therapist-trained AI companions, expand into more diaspora markets including the US, scale B2B partnerships with multinational employers, and strengthen AI governance and clinical oversight.
About Bliss Bliss is a culturally attuned therapy platform helping diaspora communities and companies with diverse, international workforces access mental health care that truly understands their language, culture, and background. With licensed therapists across multiple countries and languages, and AI systems designed to amplify – not replace – human expertise, Bliss is redefining how therapy scales in a globalized world.
Author: Val Demiri
Valbona is an editor and writer at ALB Connection, where she covers the people, businesses, and culture shaping the Albanian diaspora. A journalism graduate of the University of Iowa, her work spans community profiles, success stories, and features on Albanian life across the US, Europe, and beyond. She is drawn to stories that celebrate Albanian achievement and keep the community connected across borders.
