A visual timer that teaches patience.
MyEmy helps children with ADHD and autism understand time. Set a timer, drop a picture of what's next in the middle, and watch patience grow.
Time you can see.
For a child who doesn't yet read a clock, "five more minutes" is a mystery. MyEmy replaces the mystery with a shrinking colored ring and a picture of what comes next.
Visual countdown
A shrinking colored ring shows exactly how much time is left — no reading required.
2000+ picture-words
Drop a picture of the next activity in the middle of the timer so your child knows what's coming.
Builds patience
Repeated, predictable waits with a visible end teach patience in the gentlest way possible.
Made for ADHD & autism
Calm colors, no jarring sounds, no overwhelming details. Designed with sensory needs in mind.
Also just a timer
Cooking, brushing teeth, screen time — use it as a regular timer for anyone in the family.
Your own photos
Add a photo of grandma, the park, or a favourite toy so waits are personal and meaningful.
How MyEmy works
- 1
Pick a duration
One minute for teeth brushing. Twenty for a car ride. Any length that fits your family.
- 2
Choose a picture
Pick from 2000+ picture-words, or add your own photo of what comes next.
- 3
Start the timer
The red ring shrinks. Your child sees time passing — and what's waiting on the other side.
Built by a dad. For his daughter.
Randy built MyEmy for his daughter Emy, who is autistic and struggled with waiting. What started as a homemade timer became an app that any family can use — for free.
Read Emy's story →Common questions
What is a visual timer?+
A visual timer shows time passing as a shrinking colored area, not just numbers. Children who can't yet read a clock — including many kids with ADHD and autism — can see exactly how much time is left at a glance.
How does MyEmy help autistic children?+
MyEmy makes the abstract concept of time concrete. By placing a picture of what happens next in the center of the timer, children know what to expect — which reduces anxiety and builds patience over time.
Is MyEmy free?+
Yes. MyEmy is free to download on Google Play. It works as a plain timer and includes a library of 2000+ picture-words.
Can I use my own pictures?+
Yes. You can add your own photos to show your child exactly what is coming next — the park, dinner, a favourite toy, or an activity.
Is MyEmy available in my language?+
Right now MyEmy is available in English only. More languages are coming.
Bring calm to the wait.
Download MyEmy on Google Play and help your child see time — and grow their patience.