Book time with an actual person to talk to — whatever's on your mind, whatever hour it is. No bots. No scripts. Just a conversation.
You'll be talking with Mike
Founder · a real person, not AI
Not therapy. Not a bot. Just a real conversation with Mike.
10 minutes · free · one per person · camera on or off
Open 7 days · morning to late evening, US time
English · Español · Nederlands · Deutsch
I started Fondwell to fight the loneliness of the AI age — we believe in real people, real conversations. When we talk, it's just that: a real conversation, no script, no judgment. I speak English, Spanish, Dutch and German, so we can talk in whichever feels most like home. I'm looking forward to talking to you.
Watch my short hello — I'd rather you hear it from me.
Say hi for freeFondwell exists for the conversations that don't need a diagnosis or a script — just another person, actually listening.
Every call connects you with a real, vetted person — never a bot, never a script. You'll always know exactly who you're talking to.
This isn't therapy or counseling. There's no assessment, no treatment plan — just an honest conversation, on your terms.
AI can simulate a lot of things. It can't be there when you're lonely. That's why Fondwell is open every day, from breakfast to bedtime, US time.
Right now every call is with me, Mike — so you never have to start over with a stranger. Pick up where you left off, about anything you like.
Choose an open slot that works for you — any day of the week, morning to late evening. Times show in your own time zone.
At your booked time, open the private video link from your confirmation email. It opens in your browser, nothing to install. Camera on or off, whichever you'd rather.
No agenda but the one you bring. Talk about your day, your worries, or nothing in particular.
I'm just getting started, so these come from people I know who tried Fondwell first. Real people, their own words.
"Best guy to talk to! Mike is a really good and trustworthy guy."
— Ben, California · longtime friend"I think this is a great idea! Talking to Mike gives me a calm and understanding feeling."
— Floor, Amsterdam · family friend"Mike is a great listener and always a pleasure to talk to."
— Micha, Cologne · longtime friendNo subscriptions, no hidden fees. Start with a free hello, or book a full call — your choice.
A quick, low-key hello — see if you and Mike get along before booking a full call. One free First Hello per person.
Pay when you book. Your call is confirmed instantly — no waiting to hear back.
Not the right fit? Full refund within 24 hours, no questions asked.
Every person on Fondwell is identity-verified before they take a single call.
Fondwell is built for adults. Both sides of every call are age-verified.
Every call follows the same respectful, judgment-free standard — no exceptions.
Calls are never recorded or transcribed. Your conversation is private.
Not the right fit on a standard call? Full refund within 24 hours, no questions asked.
Fondwell offers friendly, real conversation. It is not a substitute for therapy, medical care, or crisis support. If you're in crisis in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or call 911 in an emergency. Outside the US, contact your local emergency services.
No. Fondwell is friendly, real conversation, not a clinical service. There's no assessment, no treatment, and no professional relationship formed — just a real conversation with a real person.
Right now, it's me — Mike, the founder. You can see my face and watch my short hello video above, so you know exactly who'll be on the other end before you book. Never an AI, never a script. As Fondwell grows, everyone who takes calls will be identity-verified the same way. Still unsure? Send me a message first.
It's a short, 10-minute intro call — a low-key way to say hi and see if you and Mike get along before you book a full session. It's free, once per person. Standard $30 / 30-minute calls are always available too, whenever you're ready.
The free First Hello needs no payment details. For standard calls you pay when you book, securely through Stripe. Either way, your call is confirmed instantly — there's no waiting to hear back.
You can cancel or reschedule up to 12 hours before your session for a full refund. Cancellations inside that window, or no-shows, aren't refundable.
Then it's on us. If your standard 30-minute session isn't the right fit, reach out within 24 hours and we'll refund it in full — no questions asked. (The First Hello is free, so there's nothing to refund — it's a taster, not a commitment.)
Yes. Right now every call is with me, Mike — so you'll talk to the same person every time, and you never have to explain yourself from scratch. As Fondwell grows and more people take calls, you'll be able to keep booking the person you know.
Seven days a week, from morning to late evening US time — roughly 8am to 11pm Eastern (7am to 10pm Central). The booking calendar shows every open slot in your own time zone automatically, so there's no math to do.
Never. Calls aren't recorded or transcribed — it's a private, live conversation and nothing is kept afterwards. Keep your camera off if you'd rather; voice-only is completely fine.
English, Spanish, Dutch or German — whichever you're most comfortable in. Just pick your language when you book, or tell me at the start of the call. ¿Prefieres hablar en español? Con gusto.
Fondwell is available anywhere with an internet connection. Coverage and hours will keep expanding as more people join.
Please reach out for the right kind of help first — Fondwell isn't equipped for emergencies. In the US, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) any time, or call 911 in an emergency. Outside the US, contact your local emergency services. If a crisis comes up mid-call, I'll always point you toward the right help.