AI Tools To Support Mental Health at Work

Mental health in the workplace is no longer just an HR issue… it’s also a business one. Whether you’re running a growing agency or leading a marketing team, you know that when your people are burnt out, stressed, or mentally checked out, everything suffers – creativity, productivity, and retention.

Did you know:

1 in 4 UK adults experience a mental health problem each year (Mind UK)
Poor mental health costs UK employers £56 billion annually (Deloitte, 2022)
79% of employees say they’ve experienced moderate to high stress in the past year (Mental Health UK, 2024)

And yet:

Just 9% of employees say their workplace provides adequate mental health support (Champion Health)‍

That’s a major disconnect. Especially when we know that 94% of CEOs believe mental health support has a positive impact on performance and retention (PwC).

The good news? There’s a new wave of tools designed to help and AI is leading the charge.

AI might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to wellbeing, but it’s already making a big impact in the way we support mental health at work. Why not read our blog about how AI can also support neurodivergent individuals in the workplace? Click here to read more.

1. Conversational therapy – on demand

Tools like Wysa, Woebot and Youper offer AI-powered chatbots that simulate therapy-style conversations using CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) frameworks.

60% of users say these tools help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression (Wysa internal data)
Available 24/7, which is crucial when traditional mental health services often involve long wait times

These tools aren’t about replacing therapists. They’re about providing scalable, stigma-free support, especially for those who may not feel ready to speak to someone in person.

2. Tracking burnout before it escalates

AI-powered mood trackers (like MindDoc or Moodfit) analyse patterns over time – spotting emotional trends that users might miss.

Why it matters:

Burnout now accounts for over half of all work-related ill health in the UK (HSE, 2023)
Early intervention = lower long-term costs and fewer absences

Businesses encouraging self-awareness tools like these can help employees take proactive steps before problems peak.

3. Reducing cognitive overload

Sometimes, mental fatigue comes from the small stuff – endless emails, repetitive admin, or decision paralysis.

That’s where AI tools like Notion AI, Grammarly, and ChatGPT are playing a different kind of wellbeing role: they reduce brain drain.

62% of workers say AI tools help reduce stress and improve focus (Microsoft Work Trend Index, 2023)

By automating low-value tasks, these tools give employees more space to focus on deep work – the kind that fuels motivation and creativity.

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4. Privacy and accessibility

One major benefit of AI tools? They’re discreet.

For employees who aren’t ready to talk openly about mental health – especially in high-pressure environments – private digital tools can offer a safe first step.

They also support neurodiverse team members, who may prefer text-based or self-paced interactions.

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5. Data-informed decision making for HR and leadership

Some platforms (like Ginger - now a part of headspace or Modern Health) use anonymised usage data to flag trends – helping leaders understand how their teams are really feeling.

Not who is struggling, but how many, and where support may be needed
Empowers HR to take preventative, not reactive action

So… should your business be using AI for mental health?

In short – yes, if it’s used thoughtfully. AI tools aren’t a magic fix, but they’re a practical, low-barrier way to expand your wellbeing offering.

Especially when:

Traditional mental health services are overwhelmed
Team members want flexible, private support
Leaders are stretched and need scalable solutions

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