254: Pros and Cons of Using AI as Therapy

About this episode

The episode discusses the pros and cons of using AI for therapy and its implications for mental health support.

Many people are turning to AI for support, and even for therapy. These technologies are low-cost, seemingly empathic, always available, and draw on a vast store of knowledge. In this episode Joel and I explore the safety and effectiveness of AI as a therapist. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Seth J. Gillihan

Guest: Joel

Topics covered

• AI therapy
• mental health
• technology
• effectiveness
• safety
• support

Keywords

• AI
• therapy
• mental health
• effectiveness
• safety
• support
• technology

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Organizations: Think Act Be

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