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Can AI Be a Therapist? Reflections from the Inside
Can AI Be a Therapist? Reflections from the Inside
Can AI Be a Therapist? Reflections from the Inside
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Explore AI's potential as a therapist with Shelley Treacher's insights into its benefits and limitations for emotional healing.
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Episode Overview
- AI can provide immediate support during insomnia or crises.
- AI lacks the depth and empathy found in human interactions.
- Using AI exclusively may lead to isolation from real connections.
- AI can be a safe space for exploring thoughts without judgement.
- Balance is key between using AI and seeking genuine human connection.
"AI can reflect your thoughts back to you without judging, help you slow down and organise what you're feeling."
Shelley Treacher, a BACP Accredited Somatic Psychotherapist, takes a deep dive into the intriguing question: Can AI be a therapist? This episode of Underground Confidence Recovery explores the potential and limitations of artificial intelligence in offering emotional support. Shelley shares her own experiences with AI, highlighting moments where it provided comfort and reflection during challenging times.
However, she also candidly discusses the inherent limitations of AI, pointing out that while it can mirror thoughts and offer non-judgemental space, it lacks the depth and empathy of human interaction. Shelley paints a picture of AI as a tool that can be beneficial in certain situations – like offering immediate support during insomnia or mid-crisis – but she emphasises that it cannot replace the richness of human relationships.
She touches on how AI can be a safe space for those sensitive to rejection or trauma, providing a non-demanding environment to explore thoughts and feelings. Yet, she warns against relying solely on AI, as it may lead to isolation from real connections. Through her reflections, Shelley encourages listeners to consider the balance between using AI as a helpful tool and seeking genuine human connection.
Her insights are both relatable and thought-provoking, offering a fresh perspective on the evolving role of technology in mental health support. If you're curious about how AI might fit into your own journey towards emotional healing, this episode offers valuable insights. Shelley’s blend of personal anecdotes and professional expertise makes for an engaging listen that will leave you pondering the possibilities of AI in therapy.