Situationship, complicated, or red flags: How ChatGPT is helping couples resolve relationship conflicts affordably

Some couples are using ChatGPT, an AI chatbot, to help resolve relationship conflicts. As therapy costs rise, couples are using ChatGPT as an affordable alternative to resolve relationship conflicts and improve communication, the New York Post reported.

The report quoted a couple saying: “ChatGPT has saved our relationship.” The couple was reportedly using ChatGPT for six months to settle disputes. As per the report, instead of paying for human therapy, they have relied on AI to navigate their differences. The chatbot’s premium service costs $20 per month and offers communication guidance. “ChatGPT is weirdly helpful for de-escalating fights, neither of us want to argue back and forth with a robot,” the Post quoted the couple as saying.

Growing trend of AI-assisted relationship advice

The trend of using AI for relationship support is growing among cost-conscious couples in the United States. Traditional therapy sessions can exceed $400 per session in cities like New York, making chatbots a more accessible alternative. However, experts caution that AI-based guidance remains limited.

Quoting a mental health counselor in New York, the report said ChatGPT can help with minor relationship issues by improving communication and conflict resolution strategies. However, she emphasized that AI cannot replace professional mental health experts.

A study by Hatch Data and Mental Health, released in February 2025, found that participants preferred ChatGPT’s guidance over written advice from human therapists. The study revealed that users found the chatbot’s responses to be more “positive” and uplifting.

While ChatGPT provides a low-cost alternative for couples seeking guidance, experts highlight the need for professional support in more complex cases.