The tool allows patients to create digital diaries to help them spot and unpick patterns in their lives, session planning tools to allow them to take control of the agenda and goals which can be sent at timely intervals to motivate them to make positive change.Used in 12 trusts to date Buddy has supported thousands of patients while significantly improving both attendance and recovery rates. Although originally designed for IAPT Buddy has spread rapidly and is now embedded in range of services with users aged between 9 and 72.