AI Therapy Podcast: Mindful Use of AI for Self Help

After 13 episodes of exploring the intersection of technology and mental health, we are wrapping up our first season with a deep dive into what we’ve learned and where we are going next. We revisit the staggering statistics that started this journey—like the 280 million people worldwide facing depression and the couples who wait an average of six years before seeking help—to underscore why accessi...

We often talk about depression as "feeling sad," but the clinical reality is much more complex—it is a whole-system change that impacts your energy, sleep, appetite, and even your sense of the future. In this episode of the AI Therapy Podcast , we move beyond the surface to explore the neurobiology of low mood . We discuss how depression physically alters your brain, turning down the act...

In this special BONUS "scoop" episode, we’re stepping away from the therapist’s couch to look at the front lines of technology and law. - We discuss a groundbreaking and controversial pilot program in Utah where an AI chatbot is now being used to renew psychiatric prescriptions for stable patients—a direct response to massive provider shortages. - We also dive into the latest usage stats that prov...

It often starts bit by bit: you’re more tired than usual, you cancel plans you were looking forward to, and eventually, you find yourself lying in bed scrolling through your phone simply because you can’t find the energy to get out. Depression affects nearly 280 million people worldwide , yet in North America, only about half of those struggling ever receive treatment . In this practical episode o...

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the world, affecting nearly 360 million people ? Yet, despite how widespread it is, only one in four people actually receive treatment. In this special, "short-form" episode of the AI Therapy Podcast , we’re cutting straight to the chase to help you manage the daily pressures that keep you up at night. We walk throu...

Imagine sitting in your living room where the silence is so heavy it feels physical. You’ve just had the same fight for the hundredth time — the one that started over a late text and ended with both of you retreating to separate rooms, convinced you don't matter to one another Welcome to Part 2 of our relationship deep dive. While our last episode gave you the "Relationship Pattern Explor...

Have you ever had a fight with your partner that felt like it had been scripted 100 times before? You use the same words, get the same defensive reactions, and end up in the same cold silence before bed. In this episode of the AI Therapy Podcast , we’re diving into the world of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help you see these patterns clearly—perhaps for the first time. We walk through a li...

When you’re typing your most vulnerable thoughts into a chat box, it’s easy to feel like you’re talking to a private journal. But here’s the reality: it’s a system, not a therapist. In this episode of the AI Therapy Podcast , we’re pulling back the curtain on privacy and consent —a topic that doesn't get nearly enough attention in the world of digital mental health. We discuss the risks of sharing...

Have you ever tried to meditate and ended up wondering the entire time if you locked your car or what you’re having for dinner? If you’ve had "17 failed attempts" at mindfulness, this episode is for you. In this instalment of the AI Therapy Podcast, we’re stripping away the "esoteric" mystery of meditation and looking at the secular, clinical science behind why it actually works to lower your hear...

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the world, affecting nearly 360 million people? Despite how common it is, only about a quarter of people actually get treatment, often because it "hides in plain sight" or traditional therapy is just too expensive. In this episode of the AI Therapy Podcast, we’re diving into psychoeducation—which is a fancy way of s...

Have you ever found yourself venting to a chatbot after a long day at work because you just needed to get your thoughts out? You’re not alone—and you’re actually practicing a modern form of journaling. With nearly 95% of people reporting that journaling is helpful for their mental health, we’re looking at how AI can take this "thinking out loud" to the next level. In this episode of the...

Have you ever wondered if that chat window on your phone is a legitimate substitute for a real-life therapist? In this foundational episode of the AI Therapy Podcast, we’re taking a step back to look at the "big picture." We explore the massive difference between AI self-help—which is more like an interactive, high-tech workbook—and professional therapy. We run a live experiment, putting...

Have you ever found yourself "trauma dumping" into a chat box at 2 a.m. because you didn't know who else to talk to? You aren’t alone. In this introductory episode, we explore the massive shift in how we handle our mental health, including the staggering stat that 80% of people who use ChatGPT for mental health advice consider it a good alternative to traditional therapy. We’re break...

Did you know that over 60% of people say talking to ChatGPT feels more helpful and empathetic than talking to their own doctor? It’s a wild statistic, but it raises a huge question: Is AI actually helping us get better, or is it just telling us what we want to hear? On AI Therapy Podcast, we’re getting real about how people are using AI for self-help right now. We explore whether a chatbot can act...