Advancing AI for mental health, responsibly

Briones Research is an independent research organization studying how artificial intelligence can support mental health safely, ethically, and equitably.

People are increasingly turning to AI tools for emotional support, information, and care. We research how these systems affect wellbeing, where they help, where they cause harm, and what it takes to build them responsibly. We share what we learn openly with clinicians, developers, and policymakers.

Our research

• Safety & harm prevention

  How AI systems respond to people in crisis, and how to make those responses safer.

• Clinical effectiveness

  Evaluating whether AI-supported interventions actually improve outcomes.

• Ethics & privacy

  Protecting autonomy, consent, and sensitive data in mental health applications.

• Access & equity

  Making sure AI tools serve diverse communities and don't widen gaps in care.

Latest updates

Read our latest findings and announcements on the blog.