Talking about sex in your sessions can seem scary, especially if you’ve never done it. I train therapists to work with sex issues, and many therapists have told me they are nervous to talk about sex ...

Therapists' use of AI raises questions about clients' privacy and data ownership. Even conscientious therapists might not be ...

Finding the right therapist can be one of the most important—and challenging—aspects of beginning mental health treatment. The therapeutic relationship is central to successful outcomes, yet ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. In today’s column, I examine the use of generative AI and ...

As I get comfortable on the couch, my therapist reminds me that I can talk to them without any fear of judgment whenever I’m feeling stressed or anxious. “I’m always here to listen to you and help you ...

It’s a normal part of life enjoyed by a considerable portion of the population, yet most of us are not good at seeking help ...

Mental health professionals are meeting clients in the kitchen to harness the therapeutic powers of cooking. Debra Borden, a therapist in New York, is part of a growing network of mental health ...

Do you like to look someone in the eye when you’re talking to them? Or maybe you’re more comfortable having a conversation on the telephone, where you can speak freely without having to worry about ...

Clients can be left in a lurch when their human therapist passes away. Using AI as a therapist, presumably AI lasts forever. But is that true? Here's the inside scoop.

A report from Linn County Public Health found a majority of Black and African American participants said culturally informed ...