Nicholas Jacobson

Dr. Nicholas Jacobson, an associate professor at Dartmouth and director of the AIM-HI lab, explores the groundbreaking Therabot—a generative AI psychotherapy chatbot. He reveals surprising results from clinical trials, including a 51% reduction in depression symptoms among users. Jacobson discusses how users form emotional bonds with Therabot and its unique ability to personalize therapy. He addresses concerns about AI in mental health, emphasizing that while Therabot won’t replace human therapists, it serves as a valuable supplement to care.