Talking to AI Instead of a Therapist? Here’s What You Need to Know (Trauma Therapist’s Perspective)

Let’s be honest, sometimes it feels easier to open up to a chatbot than to a human. No judgment, no awkward pauses, just instant validation. If you’ve ever found yourself venting to AI instead of a real person, you’re not alone. But as a trauma therapist (and someone who deeply values safe, authentic connection), I have a few thoughts.In this video, I explore the growing trend of using AI as a substitute for therapy and some things we need to keep in mind.In this video, I talk about:Why people feel emotionally safer talking to AIThe risk of false reassurance and “feel good” adviceWhy in-person interactions (with all their emotions!) still matterHow AI can unintentionally reinforce avoidance and isolationThe privacy concernsWhen and how AI might still have a role in your healing journeyHealing requires… and deserves real connection. Real discomfort. Real growth. If you’ve been relying on AI or wondering if it’s “just as good,” I hope this offers a grounded perspective that helps you reflect more deeply.Let me know in the comments, have you used AI to support your healing? What was that like for you?This episode originally aired on YouTube. Don’t want to wait for the next episode? Head over to my YouTube Channel, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PegygOliveiraMSW⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, with over 1000+ videos about Impact & Healing from Childhood Trauma. Join the community!Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://courageousjourneys.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a question you’d like me to answer related to healing from childhood or emotional trauma, please send to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This podcast is for informational purposes and is not mental health advice nor a replacement for professional mental health treatment.

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