About this episode

Dr. Margaret Lamar discusses the role of AI in counseling with Dr. Carlos Castaneda.

In this episode, Dr. Margaret Lamar talks with counselor educator, researcher, and entrepreneur Dr. Carlos Castaneda about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in counseling and counselor education. They explore how AI can support clients between sessions, enhance counselor training through simulations, and reduce administrative burden while maintaining ethical, human-centered care. The conversation highlights both the opportunities and challenges of AI, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness, bias mitigation, and keeping counselors firmly "in the loop." For more on our guests, links from the conversation, and APA citation for this episode visit https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast The Thoughtful Counselor is created in partnership with Palo Alto University's Division of Continuing & Professional Studies. Learn more at concept.paloaltou.edu

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Margaret Lamar

Guest: Dr. Carlos Castaneda

Topics covered

• artificial intelligence
• counseling
• counselor education
• ethical care
• cultural responsiveness

Keywords

• AI
• counseling support
• counselor training
• ethical considerations
• cultural responsiveness

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Organizations: Palo Alto University, The Thoughtful Counselor

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