Key points

Relational healing requires knowing that another human being holds you and your story in their consciousness.

Therapists are not blank screens—they are changed by holding clients in mind.

AI has no consciousness to carry us—when we log off, we cease to exist for it.

More and more, people are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) for psychological support. The appeal is obvious: AI is always available, and seems nonjudgmental and empathic enough. Even paid versions cost significantly less than therapy , with no waiting lists. We hear horror stories about how it has driven people to psychologically dangerous places, with suicide being one of the outcomes. But there is also the argument that for many, especially those who cannot afford

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