When Marcos Torres and his partner set out to create an online platform that would empower people on their emotional and spiritual healing journeys, they knew it had to be inclusive and accessible. But with initial quotes starting at $10,000 to $15,000, building an app felt financially out of reach for their budding business. Marcos Torres, a pastor and certified Religious Trauma Coach, along with ACA registered Psychotherapist Candice Marie, envisioned a trauma-informed, safe space for individuals recovering from religious harm.

In this conversation, Marcos shares how Movement played a crucial role in bringing Hunger to life and why it has become essential for empowering others on their journey to spiritual wholeness. 

Hey Marcos. Can you tell us a bit more about yourself and what led you to Movement?

I am a super proud Movement user. I started using Movement a little over a year ago, and it's been an incredible experience every step of the way. My wife and I had this dream of creating an online business in the mental health space, but we wanted it to be an app. So we started looking around and getting quotes from different companies, and we were being quoted $10,000 to $15,000 to build an app just to start. So we needed something different, something that was more accessible to us at this early stage of our business journey. 

And that's around the time that we started to see these no-code app builders being promoted—app builders that you could do literally on your desktop. So we signed up for the first one we saw, pretty excited about the possibilities. However, within a few short days, we realized there were just too many features missing—too many things we wanted from our app that this no-code builder didn’t provide. So we did a bit more research, and along came Movement. And let me tell you, it's been an absolute joy ever since!

"We were being quoted $10,000 to $15,000 to build an app just to start. So we needed something different, something that was more accessible to us at this early stage of our business journey."

What did you particularly like about Movement?

Not only did Movement have all the features we wanted—including video and audio uploads, clean and elegant text and image templates, and progress tracking—but they’re also constantly upgrading their system to make it better. And Movement’s customer service, honestly, I think it's one of the best that I've ever worked with. I've honestly never felt more supported and taken care of as a business owner than I have with Movement.

"Movement has all of the features that we wanted, including video and audio upload, these really clean and elegant text and image templates, as well as progress tracking and so much more."

What impact has Movement had on your business?

Within a few short months, my wife and I managed to grow our app to the point where not only does it pay for itself, but it brings us extra revenue as well. We're now looking forward to continuing to grow this app over the coming years. And here's the truth: we simply wouldn't be at this point in our business if it wasn't for Movement. Movement has been a game-changing app. It's simple, it's no-code, it's super versatile, you don't have to pay $15,000 just to get started, so it's accessible for all of us.

"Within a few short months, my wife and I managed to grow our app to the point where not only does it pay for itself, but it brings us extra revenue as well."

If you're looking to build an app and you want the best tool possible, I just can't recommend Movement enough. You won't regret it, and I guarantee it will take your business to the next level.

Marcos and his wife had a vision to create a trauma-informed platform that empowers individuals on their healing journeys, but the steep costs of traditional app development made it seem out of reach. With Movement, they found an accessible, no-code solution that not only brought their dream to life but also provided the tools and support to grow their business sustainably and profitably.

Today, Hunger is making a meaningful impact, offering a safe and inclusive space for those recovering from religious harm, while also generating revenue and enabling future growth. For Marcos, Movement has been a game-changer—helping him and his wife turn their vision into a thriving platform that empowers others to find emotional and spiritual wholeness.

If you’re looking to scale your business, craft a supportive community, and ultimately expand your impact, Marcos’s story is proof that Movement can help you get there. Movement’s platform allows you to grow without losing the personal connection and care that sets your brand apart. With Movement, you can grow your platform without sacrificing the personal connection and care that makes your brand unique. Ready to amplify your mission? We’re here to help you bring that vision to life.

Check out the Hunger app or find Hunger on their website and Facebook.

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