‘Moving the Needle Special Edition — AI, Unscripted’ Podcast: ‘Therapy Bots and Ethical Practice: AI in Mental Health Education’
October 07, 2025

The "AI, Unscripted" miniseries on "Moving the Needle" continues with a conversation with Amanda Draheim, PhD, Goucher College, who explains how she is using custom bots and artificial intelligence (AI) tools for case conceptualization and student reflection. Her approach blends creativity, ethics, and wellness, making AI feel humane and pedagogically sound.
"AI, Unscripted" on "Moving the Needle" is produced by the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, and is co-sponsored by the University System of Maryland (USM) Kirwan Center for Academic Innovation, the USM Council of University System Faculty, and MarylandOnline,
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