The impact of artificial intelligence on psychology: Interview with psychologist, researcher and engineer Daniel de la Fuente

Daniel de la Fuente is a psychologist and computer engineer, a unique profile that combines knowledge of mental health with a deep technological understanding. Daniel has currently developed his TFG around the benchmarking of artificial intelligence tools in psychology and how they affect the psychologist and his patients, in which he mentions Eholo as one of the pioneering companies in applying AI in the world of psychology.

Eholo as a leading company in artificial intelligence applied to psychology in Spain

During the interview, Daniel mentions Eholo as a pioneering company in Spain in the use of AI for the management of psychological consultations. It highlights that, although Eholo is currently focusing on functions such as schedule management and billing, there is great potential for it to expand into more advanced areas, such as patient monitoring and diagnostic support.

This mention is especially significant since it positions Eholo as a reference in the mental health and technology sector in Spain.

Features most rated by psychologists in Eholo

One of the features that psychologists highlight most in Eholo is their ability to manage the agenda and planning efficiently. Daniel explains that, by reducing administrative tasks, Eholo allows psychologists to spend more time on what really matters: caring for their patients. This type of functionality optimizes the time and productivity of professionals, thus improving the quality of their daily work.

AI and the transformation of psychological counseling

AI is already having a profound impact on query management in other countries, where advanced tools are being massively implemented. According to Daniel, within 3 to 5 years, most psychological consultations are likely to use AI in some form. This evolution is comparable to the impact of mobile apps in the last decade and suggests that technology and psychology will continue to merge to provide a better experience for both psychologists and patients.

Privacy and security concerns in the use of AI in psychology

Like any emerging technology, the use of AI in psychology brings with it concerns about the privacy and security of patient data. Daniel mentions that, to ensure the trust of mental health professionals, it is essential that AI tools include security audits and ensure compliance with strict privacy regulations.

Eholo, as a leader in this field, has a great responsibility to ensure that its user data is always protected. Transparency and security must be a priority for any company that wishes to position itself in the field of AI applied to psychology.

Conclusion

At Eholo, we thank Daniel for sharing his knowledge and for including us in his study. We are committed to continuing to explore best practices and developments so that psychologists can benefit from the advantages of technology without compromising the privacy and security of their patients.

At Eholo, we are proud to be a pioneering company in the use of artificial intelligence for the management of psychological consultations, and we will continue working to improve our functionalities, with the vision of becoming psychologists' best technological ally.

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