Artificial intelligence is reshaping clinical therapy, graduate education, and the ethical boundaries of mental healthcare. In this episode, host Lauren Mason, PhD, sits down with Rachel Ruiz, LCSW, PMH-C, to explore how clinical supervisors and training programs can equip clinicians to thrive alongside automation while prioritizing human connection in the therapeutic space.
In this episode:
Bridging the gap between theoretical classroom learning and real-world clinical practice
Navigating the complex ethics and legal compliance of AI in therapy
Why presence and interoception are buildable, uniquely human skills
Understanding why humans turn to AI for mental health support and how clinicians can respond
Links & Resources:
Read Rachel’s LinkedIn Article on AI: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/part-therapy-ai-can-already-do-why-you-should-let-ruiz-lcsw-pmh-c-dnncc
Attend a CE Workshop Co-Hosted by Rachel: https://app.tpn.health/education/ai-ask-3a82dee9
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