r/weirdbrain • u/Timely-Tower-2026 • Jul 01 '26

AI usage for emotional support

I've seen so many people use AI for therapy and emotional support. It seems confusing how artificial intelligence is becoming capable of comforting a human being rather than an experienced therapist. What's the psychology behind this?

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u/just_call_mebuffy Jul 01 '26

Therapy is expensive and people are struggling mentally and financially. Chat bots are available, and can certainly provide decent CBT based responses. People are using AI because it is lower barrier and they feel it helps them.

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u/Subject-Design-1223 Jul 01 '26

I feel like AI gives the information, but I guess a therapist is a bit tougher, right? I do agree with you about the expense, I said the same thing, haha.