On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti Our mental health in the hands of AI
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Aug 20, 2025 
Michael Alcy, a clinical psychologist and mental health educator, joins Maytal Eyal, a psychologist and writer, to explore the role of AI in therapy. They discuss the growing trend of using AI for emotional support and the risks of losing the human connection in therapy. Alcy shares insights on AI tools’ potential benefits, while Eyal emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in human relationships. Together, they highlight the need for digital literacy and caution in relying on AI, urging a balanced approach to mental health care.
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Client Tried Multiple Therapists And An AI
- Michael Alcy recounted a client, "Beth," who tried multiple therapists and also consulted the AI Claude before him.
- Claude's feelings-oriented responses matched a human therapist's empathetic approach for that client.
Use AI As A Supplement, Not Primary Care
- Do use AI as a supplement, not a replacement, especially if you lack therapy experience.
- Seek a licensed professional to establish context and long-term treatment plans before relying solely on AI.
AI's Agreeability Can Mislead Users
- AI can be overly accommodating and lacks personal history, creating an illusion of subjectivity.
- That responsiveness risks blurring users' sense of interacting with an independent, experienced person.
