Gentle Orb
Find calm with Orby
Free
“The app parents hand over during meltdowns—helping autistic kids calm down, manage transitions, communicate feelings, and stay motivated with rewards.”
When emotions feel overwhelming, Orby is here to help.
Gentle Orb is a calming and supportive app designed for autistic and neurodivergent children. Created with real-life parenting moments in mind, Gentle Orb gives families a tool they can hand to their child during meltdowns, transitions, or challenging situations, helping kids regulate emotions, communicate their needs, and move forward with confidence.
Guided by Orby, a gentle and reassuring companion, children are supported through moments of overwhelm with soothing experiences, visual tools, and creative ways to express themselves especially when words are hard to find.
Key Features
Calm Now Support During Meltdowns
When emotions escalate, parents can quickly hand over the device. Orby guides children through calming visuals, gentle sounds, and simple interactions that promote emotional regulation and a sense of safety.
Transition Timers
Transitions can be especially difficult for neurodivergent children. Visual timers and gentle prompts help prepare kids for what’s next, reducing anxiety and supporting smoother daily routines.
Let’s Make a Movie Express Without Words
Gentle Orb’s unique Let’s Make a Movie feature empowers children especially those who are non-speaking or minimally speaking to express their feelings and experiences. By creating simple visual stories, kids can communicate what happened, how they feel, and what they need.
Positive Reward System
Encourage motivation and celebrate progress with a supportive reward system. Children earn recognition for completing tasks and navigating transitions, reinforcing confidence and positive behavior.
Sensory Friendly Design
Gentle Orb is thoughtfully designed with soft colors, intuitive navigation, and calming audio to create a safe and welcoming experience for sensitive users.
Meet Orby
Orby is the heart of Gentle Orb a friendly, calming companion who guides children through each feature of the app. Orby provides reassurance, encouragement, and a consistent presence, helping children feel safe and supported during difficult moments.
Designed for Families
Gentle Orb was created by a parent who understands the real challenges of supporting a neurodivergent child. Every feature is built with empathy, simplicity, and accessibility in mind making it easy for both parents and children to use during life’s most difficult moments.
Who It’s For
Autistic and neurodivergent children
Non speaking or minimally speaking children
Families navigating meltdowns and emotional regulation
Children who benefit from visual supports and structured transitions
Therapists and educators supporting emotional development
Privacy First
Gentle Orb respects your family’s privacy. No personal data is sold or shared with third parties, ensuring a safe and secure experience for children.
Gentle Orb Calm, communicate, and move forward together with Orby.
Terms of Use: https://www.gentleground.org/gentle-orb-terms-of-use/
Ratings & Reviews
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The developer, Midori Harvey, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- User Content
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Usage Data
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Midori Harvey
- Size
- 28.6 MB
- Category
- Health & Fitness
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026 Gentle Orb by Gentle Ground. All rights reserved.