Insights & Evidence

Blog & Guides

Clinician-authored articles on AI mental health, digital wellness, and the evidence behind effective mental health technology. Written by Dr. Bethany R. Russell, Ph.D., LMHC, RPT, NCC.

In-Depth Guides

Guide22 min read

Understanding AI Mental Health Support: How It Works, What It Can Do, and Where It Falls Short

A comprehensive clinician's guide to AI-powered mental health support. Covers how AI therapy tools work, validated screening instruments (PHQ-9, GAD-7), HIPAA compliance, data portability, FHIR standards, crisis protocols, and the evidence for digital mental health interventions.

Dr. Bethany R. Russell, Ph.D., LMHC, RPT, NCC · June 15, 2026

Articles

12 min read

What to Look for in an AI Mental Health App: 10 Questions to Ask Before You Download

A clinician's guide to evaluating AI mental health apps. Learn the 10 critical questions every user should ask about clinical validation, data privacy, HIPAA compliance, and Human-in-the-Loop oversight before trusting an app with their mental health.

Dr. Bethany R. Russell, Ph.D., LMHC, RPT, NCC · July 8, 2026

9 min read

Clinician-Led AI vs. Generic Mental Health Chatbots: Why the Difference Matters

Understanding the critical differences between clinician-led AI mental health platforms and generic chatbots. Learn how Human-in-the-Loop oversight, validated instruments, and clinical accountability change outcomes.

Dr. Bethany R. Russell, Ph.D., LMHC, RPT, NCC · July 1, 2026