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What AI mental health apps really do with your most personal thoughts — Photo by Jakub Zerdzicki on Pexels

The Hidden Price of What Are Mental Health Apps

Mental health apps can improve wellbeing, but they often hide privacy risks, hidden fees and data-selling practices. In my experience around the country, users discover the fine print only after they’ve trusted an app with their most private thoughts. In 2023, 68% of users reported feeling uneasy about how

Mental health apps are leaking your private thoughts. How do you protect yourself? — Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels

mental health apps privacy

Experts Rank 3 Mental Health Therapy Apps vs Leaks

According to a 2023 audit, 75% of popular mental health apps contain at least one known security flaw, and three apps - CalmWell, MindGuard, and TalkSecure - rank highest for privacy and security. These findings show that most users miss critical privacy risks, but choosing vetted platforms can protect therapy