374: AI and the Therapeutic Relationship

From Counselling Tutor podcast by ken@counsellingtutor.com

May 2, 2026 · 1h 15m

About this episode

The episode discusses the intersection of AI and therapy, the Autism Dialogue Approach, and managing anxiety in counselling training.

In Episode 374 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', they explore AI and the therapeutic relationship - looking at how clients are using AI, the risks involved, and how therapists can respond ethically. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Jonathan Drury about the Autism Dialogue Approach - examining neurodiversity, communication, and how therapists can work more collaboratively and equitably. And finally in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken discuss managing anxiety about counselling training - normalising the experience and offering strategies to navigate it.

People in this episode

Hosts: Rory Lees-Oakes, Ken Kelly

Guest: Jonathan Drury

Topics covered

AI and the therapeutic relationship
Ethical, Sustainable Practice
Autism Dialogue Approach
neurodiversity
communication
managing anxiety about counselling training

Keywords

AI
therapeutic relationship
ethical practice
Autism Dialogue Approach
neurodiversity
counselling training
anxiety management

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Organizations: Counselling Tutor, AI, Autism Dialogue Approach, neurodiversity