University of Ottawa researchers have built UbiMyTherapist a proactive artificial intelligence that reads smartwatch biosignals and analyzes speech and text to detect emotional distress before it grows and to offer help.

In evaluations against practicing therapists the system shows greater empathy than standard large language models.

The platform constructs evolving digital twins of users which lets it anticipate needs rather than wait for a user to seek assistance.

New studies reinforce the potential of artificial intelligence wearables for early mental health intervention.

The project uses signals from a smartwatch together with speech and text to create personalized supportive guidance.

The system provides clinically grounded guidance that follows established therapeutic approaches while staying safe and adaptable.

This work points to a future in which smart devices play a proactive role in mental health care and prevention.