Technology and the Future of Humanity: Therapists as Midwives for a Changing World (3 CEs)

The pace of change in our world is unprecedented—and the future is already here. Breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Brain-Computer Interfaces, Robotics, Gene Therapy, and Genetic Engineering are rapidly reshaping what it means to be human. These technologies are not just on the horizon; they are transforming our daily lives, relationships, and identities as we speak. In this talk, we explore the profound impact of these innovations, highlighting their present-day benefits—like AI-driven healthcare and immersive educational tools—alongside real risks such as job displacement and privacy challenges that impact our clients and us. Special attention is given to the evolving landscape of human identity and ethics, which are being redefined before our eyes.  This talk calls for urgent, interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure that technological progress benefits humanity and safeguards our shared future—starting today.