As AI tools like ChatGPT gain popularity among individuals seeking emotional support, psychologists face potential job displacement. The article discusses the dual nature of AI in therapy: on one hand, it provides increased access to mental health resources for those without adequate care; on the other, it risks undermining human connection, which is essential in therapeutic relationships. Notably, while there are many ineffective therapists, AI has the potential to deliver personalized services at lower costs. However, the implications of replacing human interaction in therapy provoke ethical concerns about mental health care's future.”,
I'd be lying if I said that this didn't make me terrified. I love my work—and I don't want to be replaced.
Therapy is a field ripe for disruption. Bad therapists are, unfortunately, a common phenomenon, while good therapists are hard to find.
AI might help make therapy more readily available for all, but it raises concerns about a potential crisis in human connection.
With the help of AI, any person could access a highly skilled therapist, tailored to their unique needs, at any time.
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