Sonia is an AI-powered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) application designed to make mental health care more accessible and affordable. It provides fully automated therapy sessions through a mobile app, where users can interact with an empathetic AI therapist via voice or text. The goal is to emulate the experience of a standard conversational therapy session, but with the convenience and privacy of a digital platform.

Sonia aims to address the global shortage of mental health professionals and the barriers that prevent many people from receiving the care they need, such as high costs, social stigma, and geographical constraints. By leveraging AI technology, Sonia can provide therapy sessions 24/7, allowing users to access mental health support whenever they need it, without the long wait times often associated with traditional therapy appointments.

Founded by a team of MIT researchers with extensive experience in AI, Sonia combines advanced natural language processing and machine learning techniques to create a personalized and engaging therapy experience. The application is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, enabling anyone with a smartphone and an internet connection to start a therapy session within minutes.