Hayley Caddes, MS, CLC

In her teenage years, Hayley battled undiagnosed mental illness, social anxiety, substance abuse, and self-destructive behaviors. But at 16, she embarked on a transformative journey, completing her high school education at a therapeutic boarding school after attending a wilderness program.

Despite these early challenges, she earned a BS and MS in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University and built a successful career in STEM. Drawing from her personal experiences, she changed course and founded Chill Pill, a peer support mental health platform for Gen Z women, backed by over $2 million in venture capital.

After her first company, Hayley co-founded Not Therapy to address another gap in the mental health space. She provides clients with a unique experience not found in clinical settings: day-to-day guidance and mentorship from someone relatable, like the supportive big sister she wished she had throughout the ups and downs of being a young adult.