Learning Through Simulation: Counselor Trainees' Interactions with ChatGPT as a Client

Key Points

• Counselor trainees reported a significant increase in engagement during interactions with ChatGPT, indicating enhanced training efficacy.
• In a scenario where trainees practiced counseling skills, 80% felt more prepared for future client sessions after using ChatGPT.
• Observational analysis revealed that using simulated clients like ChatGPT significantly improved trainees' confidence in client interaction skills.
• These findings imply that integrating AI-driven simulations could reshape training methods in counselor education.