
Between Sessions with Berries
Rethinking Emotional Support in the Age of AI with Rajeev Kapur
06 Aug 2025
Mental health professionals are feeling the pressure: AI is transforming client care, documentation, and even emotional support. But does this mean the therapist is being replaced? In this episode, Rajeev Kapur—MIT-certified AI expert, three-time CEO, and author of AI Made Simple—joins Kym to explore how generative AI is reshaping therapy and mental health support, for better or worse.Rajeev shares real-world stories, including a powerful case of an executive using ChatGPT for crisis support, and challenges clinicians to rethink what AI means for their practice. This conversation dives deep into ethical concerns, clinical opportunities, and what it will take for therapists to remain both relevant and effective in the AI era.In This Episode, We Cover:How generative AI is already being used for self-guided emotional supportWhat therapists need to know about AI-induced client caseload shiftsWhy HIPAA-compliant AI tools are critical for clinical integrityThe real dangers of emotional dependence on AI companionsHow Rajeev helped a CEO move from crisis to clarity using ChatGPTWhat “augmenting intelligence” means for the future of therapyPractical steps clinicians can take to integrate AI ethically and effectivelyConnect with Rajeev Kapur:https://rajeev.ai/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeevkapur1/https://www.instagram.com/therajeevkapur/Join the Berries Community! A dedicated space for mental health clinicians to connect, share insights, and grow together. Look for Berries AI Official Community on Facebook.www.heyberries.com/community______________ Join the Berries Community - A dedicated space for mental health clinicians to connect, share insights, and grow together. Look for Berries AI Official Community on Facebook at http://heyberries.com/community Brought to You By Berries:Ready to stop dreading your notes? Berries is your AI assistant for mental health professionals. Save time, stay compliant, and get back to the work you love. Learn more at heyberries.com.
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