The State of Therapy: Real Talk on AI, Ethics, and Private Practice Growth with Miranda & Kelly

Welcome to a special "State of the Union" episode of Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories, hosted by Miranda Palmer and Kelly Higdon. In this engaging conversation, Miranda and Kelly tackle the rapidly evolving role of AI in mental health private practice. They explore real examples, like ChatGPT referring clients to therapists, and discuss the opportunities and challenges AI brings—from its environmental impact and ethical concerns to its ability to streamline marketing and documentation.Balancing optimism with caution, the hosts reflect on how AI can support clinicians without replacing the essential human touch of therapy. Whether you’re curious or cautious about AI, this episode will help you navigate its possibilities and pitfalls, all while keeping client care and ethical practice at the forefront. Tune in for a grounded, insightful discussion on embracing technology in private practice.---Learn more about Business School for Therapists: news.zynnyme.com/business-school/Website: zynnyme.comBlog: zynnyme.com/blogYouTube: youtube.com/ZynnyMeFacebook: facebook.com/kellyandmirandaInstagram: instagram.com/zynnyme/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/2456942/Pinterest: pinterest.com/zynnyme/Check out more episodes of the Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories podcast on these platforms + leave a review letting us know what you think:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyMentioned in this episode:Register Now - Private Pay Clients: How to Attract, Convert, and Keep Your First (or 50th)