Why pay for human therapists when AI offers amazing context, wisdom, and selflessness?
danfaggella · x · 2026-08-18
The author questions the continued viability of human therapists given the impressive capabilities of AI in providing context, wisdom, and helpfulness in mental health contexts.
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