Annemarie Andre

Annemarie Andre is a writer and content specialist with a passion for making mental well-being knowledge accessible. During her time at OpenUp, she worked closely with psychologists, lifestyle experts, and mental health professionals to create evidence-based content that helps employees, managers, and HR teams integrate mental well-being into everyday work life.

Annemarie’s approach to content is rooted in research, storytelling, and expert collaboration, ensuring that complex topics - ranging from stress management to emotional resilience - are translated into practical, easy-to-apply insights.

Beyond her work at OpenUp, Annemarie Andre is an accomplished author and journalist, contributing to platforms such as Forbes, Die Presse, and Der Standard, and writing about societal issues, mental health, and culture. Her debut novel, Nacktschnecken, was published in 2024 and has been recognised for its unique narrative perspective.

Author Topics

Emotional Well-Being Mental Health Awareness & Education Finding Purpose Self-Confidence & Self-Esteem Self-Care & Mindfulness

Expertise & Background

Digital Content & Mental Well-Being – Writing evidence-based, expert-driven articles for OpenUp’s mental well-being platform.
MSc in Journalism & New Media – FHWien der WKW (Thesis: The potential of TikTok for cultural journalism)
Minor in International Journalism – Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (Exchange semester, 2020)
Published Author & Journalist – Contributions to Forbes, Die Presse, Der Standard, Parnass.at, and more.

Collaborating with Experts for Reliable Insights

During her time at OpenUp, Annemarie acted as a connector between mental health professionals and organisations, ensuring that OpenUp’s content was:

✔️ Expert-verified – Developed in collaboration with OpenUp’s psychologists and well-being specialists.
✔️ Actionable – Focused on practical steps for HR teams, managers, and employees to improve workplace well-being.
✔️ Accessible – Free from jargon, making mental health a relatable and open conversation.