Wysa

Wysa is an AI emotional wellbeing app that offers an anonymous conversation space and guided exercises for handling stress, low mood or everyday anxiety. It is available on Android, iOS and the web, works at any hour and needs no personal details to start. It is aimed at people aged 13 and over who want self-help support, and at employers, insurers and health services that build it into their programmes.

What is Wysa used for?

It is used to reflect and practise techniques when you feel low, with no waiting or appointments. It combines an AI conversation space, which uses rules and language models depending on the version, with a care library of interactive exercises. The site itself states it is not a person, gives no medical advice or diagnoses and does not replace a professional.

How does Wysa work?

The AI listens to what you write and replies with structured questions that help you make sense of what is going on. It then suggests techniques based on cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness, some as audio and others inside the conversation, all clinically reviewed before release. It includes safety safeguards that detect signs of acute distress and point to emergency services or local resources. In some locations the premium version also offers human coaching by video or text.

Who is Wysa for?

• People with stress, low mood or mild anxiety who want everyday support.
• Anyone who prefers to talk without giving a name and without stigma.
• Companies offering emotional wellbeing to their teams.
• Health services adding support between sessions.

Wysa pros and cons

Its advantage is combining anonymity, round-the-clock availability and clinically reviewed content. On the downside, it is not suitable for crisis situations or severe and enduring mental health problems, it is not an emergency service, and versions differ depending on the institution that offers it.