A.I. and School Counseling

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In this episode of the School for School Counselors podcast, host Steph Johnson addresses the growing trend of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in school counseling. Steph shares her concerns about the premature adoption of AI tools and their potential to undermine the core values and techniques of effective counseling. She emphasizes the importance of human connection, evidence-based techniques, and professional fluency over quick AI-generated solutions. This episode delves into the ethical implications, the dangers of AI biases, and the need for critical thinking before relying on AI-generated resources, encouraging school counselors to remain cautious and informed as they navigate this evolving technology.

00:00 Introduction to AI in School Counseling

01:31 The AI Hype and School Counseling

02:59 Concerns About AI in Counseling

04:51 Ethical Considerations and Professional Fluency

07:44 Personal Use and Limitations of AI

15:45 AI's Hallucinations and Biases

20:10 Next Steps
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1. AI in School Counseling Concerns (00:00:00)

2. Ethical Use of AI in Counseling (00:12:29)

3. Upcoming Discussion on AI in Counseling (00:21:49)