Ethical Therapy Archives - Keystone Therapy Group

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Kaitlyn Steel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at Keystone Therapy Group, where she helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. With a deep understanding of relational dynamics, Kaitlyn specializes in strengthening communication, fostering emotional connection, and guiding clients through transitions and healing. Her approach integrates evidence-based techniques with a warm, client-centered perspective, creating a safe space for personal growth and meaningful change. Whether working with couples facing conflict, families seeking harmony, or individuals overcoming stress and trauma, Kaitlyn is committed to empowering her clients on their journey toward well-being.

What Does It Really Mean to Be an Authentic Therapist?

What does it mean to be an authentic therapist? Beyond caring for clients, authenticity is about showing up as your full, imperfect self—balancing empathy, honesty, and humanity in the therapy room. Kaitlyn, LMFT at Keystone Therapy Group, explores how embracing authenticity can transform both therapy and supervision.

Client using AI journaling tool safely as part of therapy routine

Kim Rippy, LPC

How to Safely Use AI in Therapy (and When to Avoid It)

AI can be a powerful tool for mental health support - but only when used safely. This guide from Keystone Therapy Group explores how clients and therapists can integrate AI responsibly without losing the heart of therapy: genuine human connection. Learn what to use AI for, what to avoid,[…]

Therapist reflecting at a beach sunset, symbolizing authenticity, self-compassion, and growth in therapy

Kaitlyn Steel, LMFT

When Choosing Authenticity Feels Harder Than It Should As A Therapist

Authenticity in therapy isn’t about being perfect—it’s about compassion, growth, and showing up as human. Discover how embracing imperfection can help therapists and clients build deeper, more genuine connections.

The dangers of using chatgpt and big tech apps for therapy for anxiety, trauma and relationships in virginia.

Kim Rippy, LPC

BetterHelp, TalkSpace, and ChatGPT: How Big Tech and AI Are Changing Therapy – And Why It Matters

As therapy shifts toward tech platforms and AI tools, many clients are left wondering: Is this still real therapy? This post dives into the ethical concerns and explains why working with a trusted, local therapist makes all the difference.

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