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  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • Psychotherapy is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements.
  • Emerging technologies in communication, signal processing, and machine learning offer opportunities to enhance therapeutic quality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the impact of technology on psychotherapy across three key domains: mechanism and process, training and feedback, and technology-mediated treatment.
  • To identify current and future applications of technology in psychotherapy.
  • To outline research questions concerning theoretical, systemic, and implementation issues.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of current and forthcoming technological applications in psychotherapy.
  • Identification of three primary research domains for technological impact.
  • Formulation of research questions for each domain.

Main Results:

  • Technology is poised to significantly impact psychotherapy mechanisms, training, and treatment modalities.
  • Examples of technological integration in therapy are presented for each domain.
  • Key research questions are posed regarding the integration of technology into therapeutic practice.

Conclusions:

  • The integration of technology in psychotherapy must enhance, not replace, human capacities.
  • Future research should address theoretical, systemic, and implementation challenges.
  • Technological advancements hold promise for improving the quality and accessibility of psychotherapy.