Mental Health Support & Resources
Ask Asha about anxiety, depression, stress, sleep, and mental wellness. Built by a board-certified psychiatrist. Grounded in psychiatric research.
Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7
Text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room
Why Asha for Mental Health
Asha was co-designed by Deepan Singh, MD, FAPA, a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. The mental health capabilities are core to what Asha does, beyond an afterthought.
Evidence-Based Information
Asha draws from psychiatric literature, clinical practice guidelines, and peer-reviewed research on mental health conditions, treatments, and coping strategies.
Always-On Crisis Detection
If Asha detects signs of suicidal ideation, self-harm, or acute mental health crisis, it immediately provides crisis resources and emergency guidance. This cannot be disabled.
Stigma-Free Space
Ask questions you might feel uncomfortable asking a person. Asha provides judgment-free, evidence-based information on any mental health topic.
24/7 Availability
Mental health questions don't keep business hours. Asha is available anytime, in many languages via Gemini 3 multilingual, with voice or text.
Topics You Can Ask About
- Anxiety: “What does the research say about CBT for generalized anxiety?”
- Depression: “What are evidence-based treatments for mild depression?”
- Sleep: “I can't fall asleep. What does the evidence say about sleep hygiene?”
- Stress: “What are evidence-based stress management techniques?”
- Grief: “Is what I'm feeling after a loss normal?”
- ADHD: “What does the latest research say about adult ADHD management?”
- Medication: “What are the side effects of SSRIs?”
- Children's mental health: “How do I know if my child's anxiety is normal or needs help?”
What Asha Is and Isn't
Asha Is
- An evidence-based mental health information resource
- A safe space to ask questions and learn
- A tool to help you prepare for therapy or doctor visits
- A 24/7 companion for mental wellness education
- Connected to crisis resources when needed
Asha Is Not
- A therapist or counselor
- A substitute for professional mental health care
- Able to prescribe psychiatric medications
- A crisis intervention service (but it connects you to one)
Finding Professional Help
Asha can provide information, but professional support is important. These resources can help you find a mental health professional:
- SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7)
- Psychology Today: Find a Therapist directory
- NAMI Helpline: 1-800-950-6264 (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741