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Psychology Today · October 3, 2026 · On the brief until October 17, 2026

Your AI Therapist Will See You Now

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Delivering short-term cognitive behavioral therapy

Therapists in recent studies could not reliably distinguish AI therapy transcripts from human sessions. Chatbots using cognitive behavioral techniques reduced short-term depression and anxiety, but the benefits faded after three months. Mental health professionals must now evaluate how to use automated chat alongside complex human care that bots cannot provide.

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Evaluate whether the immediate availability of therapy bots outweighs their lack of long-term benefits and inability to conduct exposure therapy or prescribe medication.

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