Utilizing therapeutic Chatbots – Changing The Rules Of Engagement
“Utilizing Therapeutic Chatbots: Changing the Rules of Engagement” is an innovative professional development workshop designed for school counselors committed to enhancing student mental health support through cutting-edge technology. This session introduces participants to the effective integration of Therapeutic Chatbots into school counseling practices, offering practical strategies to supplement traditional methods with interactive, engaging, and therapeutic digital tools.
Participants will learn how to familiarize themselves with various chatbot platforms, develop tailored integration strategies aligned with their counseling programs, and implement best practices for supervision, goal-setting, and student engagement. The workshop emphasizes ethical considerations, including confidentiality, informed consent, and safeguarding student privacy, while highlighting the importance of maintaining human-centered care.
Attendees will also explore methods for personalization based on individual student needs, monitor progress using chatbot features, and respond appropriately to emerging student crises. Additionally, the session covers ongoing professional development, staying updated with technological advances, and collaborating with peers to optimize the use of AI tools in school settings.
Join us to discover how Therapeutic Chatbots can transform your counseling approach, foster student growth, and create a supportive environment that leverages the power of AI responsibly and effectively.
Facilitated By
Noel Roberts
Founder, ReMynd Student Services
Noel Roberts is the Founder and CEO of ReMynd Student Support Services, a company known for developing the innovative Bobby-AI platform for student support. ReMynd focuses on mental health literacy and supporting mechanisms to assist all students, characterized by a whole-school, data-driven approach.
With established presence in the South China education community since August 2020, Roberts is also a Business Lecturer at Chengdu University of Technology Sino-British Collaborative Education and has been instrumental in academic consulting with American TESOL South West China.
From August 2016, he was the Head of Student Support and Language Acquisition at Beanstalk International Bilingual School. In this role, he contributed as an assistant principal, developed vital school policies, and implemented a comprehensive pastoral communication system conducive to data-informed decision-making.
From March 2009 to June 2016, Roberts was the Student Welfare Coordinator at Utahloy International School in Guangzhou, China, contributing to both the operational and strategic aspects of student support and wellbeing.
His earlier experiences include serving as a Foreign Studies Lecturer at Southern Medical University, and an Independent Consultant for United Way of Massachusetts, focusing on non-profit event planning and project management.
Roberts’ career also involved significant leadership roles, such as the Statewide Program Director at the Corporation for Business Work and Learning, where he was responsible for managing a multi-agency collaborative focusing on workforce development.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Community Psychology, and has completed coursework towards a Master’s degree in Social Work Administration. Additionally, he possesses several certifications and extensive teacher training in various specialized areas including ESL, Special Needs Support, and Bullying Prevention.
Noel’s dedication to education, especially within the ASD community and student support services, is evidenced by his extensive career spanning diverse roles from direct teaching and counseling to program development and executive leadership.
