AI & Mental Health: Can AI Therapy Be Safe, Scalable, and Human-Centered?

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we explore the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health—and ask a critical question: Can AI truly support emotional well-being safely and effectively? I sit down with Srishti Srivastava, the founder of Healo, an innovative mental health AI based platform now active in over 165 countries, to discuss how AI is transforming access to care across both high-income and low-resource settings. From personal struggle with anxiety to building a global AI mental health companion, this conversation dives into the real-world challenges of mental health access, affordability, and stigma, and how technology may help bridge these gaps. 💡 In this episode, we discuss: The origin story behind Healo and its mission How AI can act as a first step in mental health care The concept of an AI mental health companion Risks like AI hallucinations, AI psychosis, and safety concerns How platforms ensure privacy, HIPAA compliance, and ethical AI use Why AI should augment not replace therapists The future of mental health care in low- and middle-income countries Real-world impact: improving access, reducing wait times, and empowering patients 🌍 As mental health needs rise globally, this episode offers a powerful look at how technology, when used responsibly, can expand access and empower patients while keeping human care at the center. 👉 Whether you're a clinician, innovator, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode is a must-watch. #MentalHealth #AIinHealthcare #DigitalHealth #Psychiatry #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalHealth #MedicalPodcast #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #FutureOfMedicine #AI #Telehealth #HealthTech #MindHealth #Doctors #Subscribe Website: https://healo.infiheal.com/ The podcast is on YouTube @thelebanesephysicianspodcast and on all podcast apps Podcast website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com/