“AI-Based Therapist Chatbot for Emotional Support”

Abstract: Mental health problems like stress, anxiety, and sadness are common today. Many people do not talk about their problems because they feel shy or do not have access to a therapist. This paper presents an AI-based therapist chatbot that provides emotional support to users. The chatbot uses Natural Language Processing (NLP) to understand what the user is saying and give helpful replies. When a user types their feelings, the chatbot analyses the text and responds with supportive messages. The system helps users share their emotions and feel better. This chatbot does not replace professional doctors, but it can give basic emotional support anytime.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Chatbot, Emotional Support, NLP, Mental Health