Useful aid: AI therapy tools are not the enemy of mental health. They are part of the solution, says the writer. — Getty images/AFP
I’LL admit something personal: I’ve talked to an AI therapist. It was remarkably useful, meeting me in tough moments whenever with words that actually helped me take a step back, breathe, and process. That mix of good and bad is what makes artificial intelligence so fascinating and so important to get right.
The truth is, not all AI therapy tools are created equal. A search for “AI therapist” will bring dozens of results ranging from general purpose chatbots to companion AI platforms.
