Quick Overview
Dartmouth University developed Therabot, a generative AI-powered therapy chatbot, which provides real-time interactive support for patients with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders via smartphone app conversations.
Dartmouth University
Company Size
Academic institution
Revenue Range
Not applicable
Primary Challenge
Providing scalable, accessible mental health support comparable to traditional therapy
Key Metrics
\- 51% average reduction in depression symptoms\- 31% reduction in anxiety symptoms\- 19% reduction in eating disorder concerns\- Comparable outcomes to traditional therapy
The Problem
Limited access to traditional therapy and stigma hindered mental health treatment for many patients.
The Solution
Created Therabot using generative AI and NLP to simulate therapeutic conversations and provide personalized support.
Results
\- Significant symptom reductions across disorders\- Increased trust and communication with AI system\- Demonstrated efficacy comparable to human therapy
Details
Industry
Mental Health
Departments
Education & Learning
Use Cases
Client Communication
Live Chat Support
Skill Development
Tags
GenAI
NLP
Client Satisfaction
Improved Accuracy
Therapists & Coaches
AI Tools Used
No items found.
Sources
https://home.dartmouth.edu/news/2025/03/first-therapy-chatbot-trial-yields-mental-health-benefits
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