Sholder

Sholder (short for Spaceholder™) is a Boulder, Colorado-based mental health company founded in 2021. The platform provides a new standard in non-clinical emotional support, connecting people with compassionate, trained peer supporters called Sholders for confidential sessions. Unlike traditional therapy or clinical EAP models, Sholder focuses on empowering individuals to access their own inner wisdom through active listening, reflective questions, and somatic inquiry. Employers offer Sholder as a workplace benefit to help employees navigate stress, burnout, and life challenges. The company also trains individuals to become Sholders, creating a community of skilled peer supporters. Clients include Meier Skis, REI, Starbucks, Yelp, and UTHSC.