The AI Therapist Gen Z Turns To at Midnight
Gen Z didn’t create the mental-health crisis—they grew up in a world where demand for care far exceeds the number of available professionals. Artificial intelligence is stepping in to bridge that gap.
Round-the-clock access, anonymity, affordability, and a shortage of therapists make AI counselling especially appealing to young people. Surveys show Gen Z is the most open to digital mental-health tools. In India, over half of young adults say they’d consider AI-based therapy—far higher than in the U.S. or Europe. With fewer than one psychiatrist per 100,000 people, the appeal of a digital listener is clear.
