AI can feel surprisingly comforting, but there’s one big mistake people make when they rely on it for emotional support.
Hi, I’m Dr. Tom McDonagh, a psychologist at Good Therapy SF.
AI tools can help you reflect, vent, or organize your thoughts, but there’s one key limitation that can get people stuck, and here’s what to watch out for when using AI for emotional support. So first, AI can mirror empathy, but it can’t understand our emotional world. So it recognizes patterns and language, not the deeper context behind your feelings, relationships, or history.
It also doesn’t provide real accountability or challenge. So growth often requires gentle pushback or perspective, something only a human can offer. It can encourage emotional avoidance as well. Turning to AI may feel safe, it can prevent you from building real connections with people in your life.
And finally it may delay seeking meaningful support. If AI becomes your go-to outlet, deeper issues stay unaddressed and progress can get stalled.
So if you’re looking for support that goes beyond Reflection Therapy can help you build insight, connection and long-term change. Reach out to Good Therapy SF if you’re interested for more.
