We've Been Here Before. Let's Not Make the Same Mistake.

Nearly half of U.S. adults using AI for mental health are turning to general models like ChatGPT for support. But with no licensing, no oversight, and inconsistent privacy standards, we are at a crossroads. We have a choice: repeat the mistakes of the past, or build a new era of AI support rooted in transparency, lived experience, and true accountability. Here is how we get it right this time.