Mission and values
Mission
Pioneering the development of highly effective mental health treatments to transform patient outcomes.
Vision
To create new possibilities for everyone, everywhere struggling with a mental health disorder.
atai’s story
Founded in 2018, atai emerged from the urgent need for better mental health solutions. Our founders, motivated by the struggles of their loved ones who faced limited treatment options, were determined to find new possibilities.
To address this unmet need, our research focuses on evidence-based therapies, which have shown significant promise in improving mental health patient outcomes.
With a large and diverse pipeline, we aim to address the complex nature of mental health disorders. We believe these compounds have the potential to become fast-acting, durable, and scalable treatments for those most in need.
Driven
by the urgent, immediate needs of one billion people.
Inspired
by our curiosity to see possibilities where others see none.
Grounded
in rigorous science, that keeps us focused on safe and meaningful outcomes for the patients we serve.
Our values
Our values are deeply embedded in our behaviors and mindset.
They shape our beliefs, guide our decision-making, and influence the way we work as a team. Together, they form the foundation of our culture.
Rooted in purpose
We each have a personal ‘why’ that inspires our commitment to have a meaningful difference to those living with mental health disorders.
See opportunities where others see none
We are trailblazers, thriving in the face of uncertainty and adversity while embracing challenges.
Work the problem
We are hands-on, resilient, and adaptable, knowing that tacking issues together leads to effective solutions and shared success.
Keep it simple
We prioritize clarity and simplicity in everything we do, enabling us to focus on what matters most to drive meaningful results.