About
Speaking on AI, mental health, and what stays human.
Dr. Rachel Wood is a cyberpsychology researcher, licensed therapist, founder of the AI Mental Health Collective, and AI advisor whose work has appeared on ABC, in TIME, and across the American Psychological Association.
Biography
Dr. Rachel Wood
Dr. Rachel Wood holds a PhD in Cyberpsychology, making her one of a rare group of clinicians with deep expertise in the study of the digitally connected human experience โ with particular emphasis on the impact of AI and synthetic relationships.
She works as an advisor to companies and startups on the ethical design and development of AI systems, and as a licensed therapist she trains other mental health professionals on the impact of AI in clinical practice through the AI Mental Health Collective, which she founded.
Dr. Wood's commentary has appeared on ABC News, in TIME Magazine, on the American Psychological Association's podcast, and across a range of outlets covering the intersection of technology and mental health. She is a sought-after voice for journalists and producers covering AI companionship, chatbot ethics, and the future of therapy.
Outside of her clinical and advisory work, Dr. Wood can usually be found outdoors or singing โ she's a professionally trained vocalist! Hear her sing โ
Credentials & Affiliations
APA AI Advisory Board APA Division 46 ยท Media Psychology NCC ยท National Board for Certified Counselors LPC ยท State of Colorado Approved CE Provider ยท NBCC American Counseling AssociationSelected Coverage
In the press.
TV Appearance ยท ABC
Responsible AI Innovation with Dr. Wood
ABC interviewed Dr. Wood at CES on the impact of AI in mental health, including research on emotional support as a top generative-AI use case.
Watch โArticle ยท TIME
Societal Implications of AI in Relationships
TIME's interview with Dr. Wood on how people are using AI, the benefits and risks, and the future of relationships โ "Stop Letting AI Run Your Social Life."
Read โPodcast ยท APA
American Psychological Association Podcast
Dr. Wood shares her expertise on the societal impacts of AI on mental health, including "omnibots," role fluidity, and design recommendations for builders.
Listen โDownloads
Press assets.
Press & Speaking Inquiries
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