Slingshot AI is focused on creating advanced AI models to support mental health, aiming to help people change their minds and lives in the ways they want to. The company is developing Ash, an AI-powered mental health assistant designed to offer personalized psychological support by learning from a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, ACT, gestalt, and psychodynamic therapies.

Slingshot AI's vision is to create a foundation model for psychology that respects individual autonomy, competence, and relatedness, supporting users without replacing human connections or traditional therapy.

The company addresses the mental health crisis by providing accessible, scalable AI tools to supplement therapy, especially for individuals who cannot afford real therapy or are not yet ready for it.

Their AI respects self-determination theory, aiming to empower users to regain control of their lives, build confidence, and foster connections with others.

Early user feedback highlights that Ash offers a private, compassionate, and beneficial mental health support experience, helping users overcome anxiety, calm down, and gain personal insights.

Slingshot AI emphasizes that their AI is not a mere assistant giving answers but a supportive tool that pushes back when appropriate and holds users accountable, differentiating from current general-purpose AI assistants.