How Therapists Can Use AI Right Now: Tools, Trends & What's Coming with Kym Tolson | marketing | private practice | mental health chatbots

How Therapists Can Use AI Right Now: Tools, Trends & What's Coming with Kym Tolson | marketing | private practice | mental health chatbots

Author: Lisa Mustard November 20, 2025 Duration: 33:48
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I'm thrilled to welcome back my good friend and brilliant multi-passionate entrepreneur, Kym Tolson. If you've ever wondered how therapists can use AI to streamline their work, generate new income streams, or simply stop drowning in admin tasks, you're going to love this conversation.

Kym and I dive deep into her newest creation, The Thera AI Hub, a growing collection of over 35 done-for-you AI tools built specifically for therapists. From custom GPTs, to newsletter-building agents, to niche-finding and scalable-offer creators, Kym shows how therapists can reclaim their time, reduce burnout, and finally move toward the ideas they've been sitting on for years.

We also explore the evolving role of AI in mental health care including the big news about Cigna using AI as a first-line support tool, and talk candidly about what this means for the future of our field. Kym shares how therapists can stay relevant, adapt intentionally, and develop specialties AI can't replace.

Plus, she gives us an exciting look at upcoming features inside Berries, the AI-powered therapy note scribe where she serves as Clinical Director. Think smart treatment plans, automatic session summaries, homework suggestions, and even telehealth and EMR capabilities on the horizon.

If you're curious about leveraging AI to enhance your clinical work, build new offers, or simplify your business systems, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and plenty of "oh wow" moments.

I can't wait for you to listen. Kym always brings so much clarity, creativity, and encouragement. I know you'll walk away with at least one idea you're excited to try.

Links mentioned in the episode: 

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Thera AI Hub + Clinical AI Club: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/AI-Tools-for-Therapists

AI Newsletter Opt In/Mastering AI Prompts for Therapists: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/Join-AI-Newsletter

AI Powered Private Practice Giveaway: https://kingsumo.com/g/m88558m/ai-powered-practice-giveaway

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For mental health professionals seeking to fulfill their continuing education requirements without sacrificing valuable client time, Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard offers an accredited, flexible solution. Hosted by Lisa Mustard, this podcast transforms essential learning into accessible audio courses, known as Podcourses. Each episode is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the NBCC, providing licensed counselors, therapists, and social workers with relevant, practical knowledge they can apply directly to their practice. The format acknowledges the demanding schedules of caregivers, delivering content that can be absorbed during a commute, between sessions, or whenever a moment allows. This approach moves beyond traditional, lengthy seminars, creating a library of professional development that grows with an annual subscription. Listeners will find the discussions grounded in real-world application, covering evolving therapeutic techniques, ethical considerations, and industry updates critical for maintaining licensure and enhancing client care. The entire structure of this podcast is built around convenience and depth, ensuring that advancing one's education supports, rather than interrupts, the vital work of supporting others.
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