Episode 26

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5th Feb 2025

The Role of AI in Modern Mental Health

This episode explores the integration of AI into therapy, focusing on its current state and future potential. The discussion highlights four key areas: the widespread user adoption of AI for mental health, the diverse applications of AI in diagnostics and treatments, the growing acceptance by health systems, and the different approaches taken by AI builders. It is emphasized that AI will likely augment rather than replace therapists, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness while transforming specific tasks within the profession. The episode concludes by advocating for a positive outlook on AI's role in therapeutic relationships and the opportunities it presents.

High Notes:

00:44 Current State of AI in Mental Health

02:02 Applications of AI in Therapy

03:18 Health Systems and AI Adoption

04:09 Ethical Considerations and AI Builders

05:53 Will AI Replace Therapists?

08:04 AI Enhancing Therapeutic Efficiency

09:58 Conclusion and Future Outlook

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Chad Prevost

Dr. Chad has advanced degrees in creative writing, literature, and theology. Being married to a psychotherapist has been another education. A workshop leader and entrepreneur, he has started and participated in writing and literary arts communities in New York, Austin, Atlanta and Chattanooga. He also has experience writing as a journalist for startups in tech and logistics. He is the author of several books of poetry, as well as interactive-fiction for youth. Over the years, he has innovated writing processes to foster reflection and insight, narrative strength, and authentic voice.