AI and finding a therapist: filter the matches before the awkward consult

End-of-lesson check

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1. Why does the lesson compare finding a therapist to dating rather than to picking a doctor?

   1. Therapist fit depends heavily on personal comfort and communication style, not just credentials
   2. Insurance doesn't matter for dating but does matter for doctors
   3. AI works better for social activities than medical decisions
   4. Doctors usually have the same personality and approach, while therapists vary widely in how they work

2. What is the main advantage of using AI to filter therapist directories?

   1. AI automatically schedules appointments for you
   2. AI can help you focus on factors that matter most to your personal situation
   3. AI replaces the need for any initial consultations
   4. AI guarantees you will find the perfect therapist immediately

3. What should you ask AI to help with BEFORE calling a therapist for a 15-minute consultation?

   1. What insurance codes to use during the call
   2. How much the therapist charges per session
   3. What questions to ask to determine if they're a good fit
   4. What the therapist's favorite hobbies are

4. If a therapist is 'out-of-network,' what does that most likely mean for your costs?

   1. The therapist is fully covered and you pay nothing
   2. The therapist works only with children, not adults
   3. The therapist is not covered by your insurance at all, so you pay more
   4. The therapist is available only on weekends

5. Which of the following would be the best example of a 'red flag' to look for in a therapist's profile bio?

   1. The bio describes their availability and office location
   2. The bio lists their education and licensing credentials
   3. The bio mentions their therapy approach and specialties
   4. The bio promises guaranteed results in a specific number of sessions

6. The lesson notes that it's 'normal to try 2-3 therapists before one clicks.' What does 'clicks' most likely mean in this context?

   1. The therapist's office has a convenient location
   2. You feel comfortable and connected with the therapist
   3. The therapist accepts your insurance
   4. The therapist has immediate availability

7. Which directory does the lesson specifically mention as a resource for finding therapists?

   1. Amazon
   2. Psychology Today
   3. Zillow
   4. Yelp

8. What is a 'provider directory' in the context of finding a therapist?

   1. A list of doctors who perform surgeries
   2. A collection of therapy homework exercises
   3. A database of therapy appointment prices
   4. A searchable list of therapists who accept certain insurance plans

9. What is the main reason the lesson suggests filtering therapist matches before making calls?

   1. To find therapists who will work for free
   2. To avoid wasting time on consultations with therapists who are unlikely to be a good fit
   3. To annoy therapists with fewer inquiries
   4. To save money on directory subscription fees

10. The lesson calls the initial consultation 'awkward.' Why might that consultation feel awkward?

    1. Because you're meeting a stranger to discuss personal matters and figure out if you click
    2. Because therapists always run late
    3. Because therapy offices are always uncomfortable
    4. Because you have to undress for the session

11. What specific task does the lesson suggest AI can help with regarding insurance?

    1. Explaining what 'in-network' vs 'out-of-network' actually means for cost
    2. Filing insurance claims for you
    3. Finding therapists who accept cryptocurrency
    4. Calling your insurance company directly

12. If you wanted to use AI to help you start contacting therapists, what would be a good prompt based on the lesson?

    1. Write me a poem about feelings
    2. Calculate my weekly therapy goals
    3. Tell me the history of psychology
    4. Help me write a 2-sentence introduction I can copy-paste to therapists

13. What does it mean when the lesson says 'Real builders ship'?

    1. Therapists who build houses get special discounts
    2. People who actually build things deliver finished products
    3. You should actually practice the skills you learn rather than just reading about them
    4. Builders construct physical ships

14. Why might a teenager benefit from using AI to help find a therapist?

    1. AI is required for all teen healthcare
    2. AI can go to therapy sessions for them
    3. AI can help narrow down options based on what matters to that specific teen, like teen-specialty or comfort level
    4. AI automatically chooses the best therapist

15. What does the lesson suggest you do with the 2-sentence description AI helps you create?

    1. Read it aloud at your first therapy session
    2. Keep it private and never share it
    3. Copy-paste it when first contacting 3 therapists
    4. Submit it to your insurance company