Youper

Youper is a company that leverages artificial intelligence to support the mental health of over two million individuals. Clinically proven to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, Youper’s effectiveness has been validated by researchers at Stanford University. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association identified Youper as the most engaging digital health solution for anxiety and depression. Providers, employers, payers, and life science companies use Youper to scale their services, making mental healthcare more accessible. Youper combines psychology with AI to understand users’ emotional needs and engage in natural conversations. Its digital therapeutics are based on proven behavioral therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Problem Solving Therapy (PST), and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The company’s proprietary technology customizes and augments large language models to ensure safety, effectiveness, and privacy. Youper offers its services at no cost to healthcare professionals in public settings or emergency services, and to students in underserved communities. With over 60,000 positive reviews and an average rating of 4.8 stars, Youper’s AI continuously monitors for crises and facilitates access to helplines and human support. The AI chatbot is designed to provide instant mental health support, increasing productivity and motivation among employees. It is integrated into existing care workflows to extend the reach of health professionals and helps payers meet the demand for cost-effective mental health solutions. Suitable as a companion application or standalone prescription digital therapeutics, Youper’s AI chatbot uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and helps users track their progress with clinically validated scales.