Can AI Replace Therapists? Here's What Experts Say

With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about the lack of evidence behind progesterone use in men, the importance of personalized testosterone treatment, and why AI-powered chatbots may dramatically change the future of therapy and mental health care. 00:00 Listener Question: Progesterone Dr. Morgentaler explains why progesterone is sometimes used in men but says there is very little evidence showing meaningful benefits for sleep, mood, or overall health. 04:21 Testosterone Guidelines Reality The doctors discuss how testosterone treatment should be personalized, not based solely on guidelines or lab numbers. 08:37 AI Threat to Therapy A deep dive into how AI could disrupt psychotherapy and why many mental health professionals may be underestimating the impact. 16:15 Chatbots Feel Like Connection The hosts explore how AI chatbots can create a surprising sense of emotional connection and companionship. 17:11 Why People Prefer AI Therapy They discuss why some people find AI therapy more appealing, including convenience, accessibility, affordability, and constant availability. 22:53 Therapists Adapt and Future Outlook Dr. Brandon shares how therapists may need to evolve, specialize, and lean into human connection to stay relevant in an AI-driven future. #hormonetherapy #aiinpsychotherapy #futureoftherapy