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The rise in global mental health issues has spurred a growing demand for teletherapy. This has especially affected young individuals and added strain to therapists who are already overwhelmed. To address this, direct-to-consumer teletherapy platforms have emerged, but they present their own challenges for therapists. To help alleviate the burden, artificial intelligence tools are being created to aid therapists in their daily tasks. These tools include AI-powered notetaking tools like Upheal, which transcribe therapy sessions, provide insights, and suggest treatment plans. Conversational AI chatbots like Woebot and Wysa offer real-time mental health support and homework exercises as a supplement to therapy sessions. The goal of these AI tools is to reduce administrative tasks, improve session flow, and enhance accessibility to mental health resources. Despite their limitations, therapists believe these tools can positively impact their clients' lives while also protecting their own well-being.

The demand for therapy has increased due to mental health issues, especially among youth, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the loneliness epidemic. Direct-to-consumer teletherapy companies like BetterHelp and Talkspace have emerged to provide support. However, therapists face new challenges in conducting virtual sessions and feel exploited by these platforms. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools like the HIPAA-compliant notetaker Upheal can assist therapists with session notes, analysis of patient data, and treatment plan suggestions. Conversational AI chatbots like Woebot and Wysa provide users with mental health support and homework exercises between therapy sessions.

AI tools help therapists streamline administrative tasks and maximize session momentum. Some therapists are also developing AI mental health tools of their own, such as Scenario for everyday stressors and Clay Cockrell's couple therapy AI tool. However, AI tools have their limitations, such as the lack of context and the potential for giving advice too quickly. Despite these downsides, AI tools can provide therapists with more time, energy, and focus on human connection.


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