Gemini Near Me
Self-love and relationship expert Iryna Wood is redefining romance with an innovative mobile app that puts emotional awareness at the forefront.
Wood co-founded Gemini Near Me in September 2023 along with her husband Ken and the app has grown into a top-rated feel good platform that offers a variety of unique features — including Iryna AI, an innovative artificial intelligence program that was rolled out in March 2024.
A “24/7 pocket counselor,” Wood programs a conversational avatar to interact with users in real-time, designed to mimic a live counseling session that will explore relationship challenges, the emotions related to those challenges and a self-care routine.
“Since launching the Iryna AI avatar, we’ve realized our timing and our message is perfect. Individuals have started using ChatGPT for conflict resolution for couples, friendships and families,” said Wood. “Our initiative naturally aligned with the needs of modern society,”
Gemini Near Me
Iryna AI recognizes that not everyone has the access to traditional talk therapy sessions, especially at a steep price point, while others feel there is a negative stigma attached to seeing a therapist.
“In reality, the talent of a counselor lies in questioning things when all answers are hidden within. The core idea of our app is self-work. Iryna AI connects with your feelings, helps you understand what a person or situation has taught you, acknowledges your spiritual value and reveals its benefits,” said Wood. “It helps you recognize your reactions, understand triggering behavior patterns, acknowledge emotions, and learn to love yourself—because self-love is the foundation of a healthy relationship with yourself and others,”
Alongside Iryna AI, Gemini Near Me offers 10 additional self-discovery features to help people better understand themselves and learn how to love themselves and improve their relationships. These features include pre-recorded relationship intelligence lectures, dream interpretation, numerology, astrology, manifestation journaling, themed guided meditations, and more.
A hands-on app, daily prompts help guide users to their dream life through positive reminders. Each morning, users receive a reminder to check their lucky stars for insights into their day; in the evening, there’s a prompt encouraging them to reflect on their day and their accomplishments.
Gemini Near Me’s design and layout also plays an important role. Wood designed the app with a balance of simplicity and engagement, ensuring users feel welcomed, inspired, and in control of their personal growth. There are two color schemes to choose between—a reserved palette featuring navy blue and green for a calm, sophisticated look; and a vibrant rainbow palette for those who enjoy bright, energetic colors. Both were designed with aesthetics and emotions in mind.
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“Every design choice was made with the goal of helping users focus on their inner world, enhancing self-awareness, and providing emotional support in a structured yet flexible way,” Wood noted.
Iryna has over 12 years of personal experience with counseling, in addition to taking part in an extensive AI course to further enhance her knowledge of the technology. Together, Iryna’s experiences allowed her to build a one-of-a-kind app.
Gemini Near Me
“Everything I learned about AI was applied to the Gemini Near Me project—including participating in developing the app itself, getting involved with its social media integration and streamlining operations. I also utilize AI to assist in preparing presentations as a keynote speaker, and more,” explained Wood. “AI can help you increase the speed of your work, but it is not an idea generator—the human brain remains unique and creative.”
Overall, Gemini Near Me’s goal is to empower users to become the best version of themselves by diving into self-exploration and embarking on a fascinating self-work journey—made possible by a plethora of interactive features.
“Everything in this app and all the knowledge and experience I’ve gained, is centered around [our users] all in one place.” Iryna said. “That’s why Ken and I, we call it the ‘app that is always there for you!’ ”
Gemini Near Me is available to download via the App Store and Google Play.
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