Wysa

Wysa is an AI-powered mental health chatbot launched in 2016 to address the global challenge of mental health access with a safe and scalable solution. The app features an emotionally intelligent penguin chatbot that uses evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness to support users dealing with stress, anxiety, and low mood. Wysa provides an anonymous, non-judgmental space for users to vent, reflect on their day, or practice resilience-building exercises. The AI is designed to detect crisis indicators and immediately redirect users to local helplines and crisis resources. It offers an AI Wellbeing Programme with guided sessions for emotional processing and self-understanding. Wysa is the first AI mental health app to meet the UK’s NHS DCB 0129 clinical safety standard and has been recognized for its high privacy standards. While the core conversational AI is free, premium versions include a tool library and access to 1-on-1 support from human coaches.