AI Therapy Risks: Why Experts in the UAE Are Concerned
Many people now talk to AI like it’s a therapist. Tools like ChatGPT can give advice, listen, and respond quickly. However, mental health experts in the UAE are raising serious concerns.
AI Tools Can’t Replace Real Therapists
Therapy is not just about giving answers. It’s also about human feelings, body language, and trust. Dr. Saliha Afridi from LightHouse Arabia says AI lacks real empathy. It can’t see your face, hear your tone, or feel your emotions. AI may answer your questions well. But that does not mean it understands your pain. Real therapy needs human connection. This is one of the biggest AI therapy risks.
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Quick Fixes Can Harm Mental Health
Dr. Elena Gaga from Hummingbird Clinic says AI may create bad habits. People might seek fast advice instead of real healing. AI may help for a moment, but it does not build strength or deeper understanding. Also, AI tools only respond to what you ask. If you ask the wrong question, you may get poor advice. Dr. Alia El Naggar warns that this can make mental health worse.
When AI Therapy Works
AI can still help in small ways. It can explain therapy styles like CBT or EMDR. It can guide you through journaling and suggest ways to calm down. For many, it works well between real therapy sessions. It is a good support tool—not a full solution.
Use AI for Support, Not as a Substitute
Using AI for mental health is fine—but with care. Don’t use it to avoid seeing a real therapist. AI therapy risks are real. It can’t handle serious issues like trauma, depression, or suicidal thoughts.
If you feel very low or unsafe, always talk to a licensed therapist. AI can guide, but only people can truly help.
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