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Robbie Edwards
Robbie Edwards

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How AI Is Actually Being Used by Therapists

AI in mental health is often framed as replacing therapists.

But the most practical use of AI today is far simpler: reducing documentation burden.

Therapists spend significant time writing:

  • Progress notes
  • SOAP notes
  • Treatment plans
  • Session summaries

AI helps by generating structured documentation based on clinician input.

This keeps therapists in control while improving efficiency.

Common use cases:

  • AI therapy notes
  • Session summaries
  • Documentation templates
  • Workflow automation

Learn more:

AI for therapists
AI therapy notes
Therapy documentation best practices

AI isn’t replacing therapists.

It’s helping reduce burnout and improve workflows.

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