CBT in Code: Embedding Evidence-Based Techniques into AI Chat Flows

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most evidence-backed modalities for anxiety and depression, but homework adherence is notoriously low. Digital agents can help. Here’s how we weave CBT directly into Atlas Mind’s conversational UI.

1. Thought Record Templates

When the user reports a distressing event, the bot triggers a thought record function call.

2. Socratic Questioning Modules

Follow-up prompts draw from a library of over 40 Socratic questions ranked by difficulty.

3. Behavioral Activation Scheduler

The system suggests pleasurable or mastery-oriented activities and schedules reminders via push notifications.

4. Progress Visualization

Weekly charts show frequency of negative thoughts vs. mood scores.

5. Research-Grade Outcomes Tracking

We use GAD-7 and PHQ-9 surveys every two weeks to measure efficacy.

6. Open-Source & Interoperable

Our CBT modules conform to the Open mHealth schema, letting clinicians import data directly into EHRs.