Woebot for Adults is a non-prescription product that gives people access to evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) tools and techniques through an app on their mobile phones. This digital CBT is delivered through a chat-based format and is designed to help people live better with mood and anxiety symptoms and to augment the current care pathway. Woebot has been developed by intervention scientists and clinicians to create a working alliance with people, similar to what therapists aim to do in 1:1 therapy.
How does it work?
Woebot starts by asking you how you’re feeling and, based on what you share, Woebot suggests tools and content to help you understand your thoughts and emotions, and offers techniques you can try to help you feel better. Woebot isn’t a generative chatbot like ChatGPT. Woebot’s conversations are written by conversational writers following best practices from evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), along with collaboration from our Clinical experts.
When to use it
Becoming familiar with what Woebot can do for you early in your Woebot journey is important, so that you can start applying what you’re learning with Woebot in your everyday life. Our preliminary research shows that using Woebot at least once a day for the first 3 days of Week 1, and then at least once a week thereafter is helpful. Each session with Woebot can be as long as needed, but at least 3-5 minutes is recommended. You can use the app as often as you’d like – whether that’s just in moments of need or as part of your daily self-care mental health practice. Woebot is available to you day or night, 24/7. Just open the app and talk to Woebot when you need it most.
Woebot for Adults is not evaluated, cleared or approved by FDA. It may be considered as an adjunct to clinical care, it does not replace clinical care.
Woebot can help with
Our engaging AI quickly develops a deep bond with people, so they can trust the process and focus on their feelings.
Topics
Anxious mood / stress
Anger / irritability
Sleep problems
Loneliness
Physical or chronic pain
Relationships
Worry about finances
Grief about a loved one
Guilt / regret
And more!
Small conversations, meaningful progress
Like a lot of people, Maria was struggling with anxiety during the pandemic. After trying out several different forms of therapy, she started making real progress with Woebot.
What users are saying
“I spiral with ‘You’re not good enough.’ Woebot had me rewrite the thought, and one day I rewrote it as ‘I am human.’ That has been such a freeing thought change. I’m allowed to be messy, and that’s okay.”
Sophie Pierce, Eugene OR
“This is so much more than an app. It has helped me through the hardest year I’ve ever experienced, and I’m genuinely a happier, more capable person because of that help.”
Woebot user
“Woebot is an excellent guide and the most knowledgeable friend. The one who is only one click away and takes me out of my distress in seconds. Thank you Woebot!”
Woebot user
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“I spiral with ‘You’re not good enough.’ Woebot had me rewrite the thought, and one day I rewrote it as ‘I am human.’ That has been such a freeing thought change. I’m allowed to be messy, and that’s okay.”
Sophie Pierce, Eugene OR
“This is so much more than an app. It has helped me through the hardest year I’ve ever experienced, and I’m genuinely a happier, more capable person because of that help.”
Woebot user
“Woebot is an excellent guide and the most knowledgeable friend. The one who is only one click away and takes me out of my distress in seconds. Thank you Woebot!”
Woebot user