South Carolina bill S0788 regulates the use of artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy services.

South Carolina bill S0788 establishes rules for using artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy. It mandates that licensed professionals inform clients if they plan to use AI for supplementary support and obtain written consent. AI cannot make independent therapeutic decisions, engage in therapeutic communication, generate treatment plans without professional review, or detect emotions or mental states. The bill prohibits individuals, corporations, or entities from offering therapy or psychotherapy services through AI unless conducted by a licensed professional.

South Carolina bill S0788 regulates the use of artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy services.

South Carolina bill S0788 establishes rules for using artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy. It mandates that licensed professionals inform clients if they plan to use AI for supplementary support and obtain written consent. AI cannot make independent therapeutic decisions, engage in therapeutic communication, generate treatment plans without professional review, or detect emotions or mental states. The bill prohibits individuals, corporations, or entities from offering therapy or psychotherapy services through AI unless conducted by a licensed professional.