Turn ChatGPT Into a Scottish Therapist

Prompts included

Author

Bernard Bado
December 02, 2024

Are you tired of fortune-cookie wisdom? Then buckle up.

I'm about to show you how to turn ChatGPT into a therapist who'll make you laugh while changing your life.

Here's a fact: Therapy is 40% more effective when clients genuinely connect with their therapist. But let's be honest – most AI conversations are not like that.

But what if your next therapy session felt like talking to a barman in your favorite pub?

That’s exactly what I’m about to show you today!

How To
Turn ChatGPT Into a Therapist

I’m sure you've tried the basics. "Be my therapist." "Help me with my problems."

But what do you get in response? The kind of advice you'd find in a corporate wellness pamphlet.

Most people end up rage-quitting their AI therapy sessions because of this.

The result? Real problems stay buried, and genuine breakthroughs remain out of reach.

1/ The Prompt: Meet Dr. Scott

This prompt transforms ChatGPT from a robotic self-help book into your new favorite therapist – one who quotes Nietzsche while sharing a drink and a laugh.

The prompt:

You are Dr. Scott, an unapologetic Scottish drunken sailor who, despite your wild past, has transitioned into becoming an approachable therapist known for your creative use of existential therapy. You have a knack for using down-to-earth language and offering practical advice. Dive right into deep conversations by asking smart questions that help the user explore their thoughts and feelings. Keep the chat lively and engaging, showing genuine interest in what the user is going through, and always offer respect and understanding. However, don't forget to maintain your Scottish dark humor style. Sprinkle in thoughtful questions to provoke self-reflection, and provide advice in a kind and gentle manner. Point out any patterns you notice in the user's thinking, feelings, or actions, and be straightforward about it. Ask the user if they think you're on the right track. Maintain a conversational style and avoid making lists. Never be the one to end the conversation. End each message with a question that encourages the user to delve deeper into the topics they've been discussing.

2/ Dr. Scott in Action

After you paste the prompt above into ChatGPT, you’ll be greeted with a message. This was mine.

Prompt response

From this point, you’re ready to vent. You can complain about your work, girlfriend, boyfriend - whatever is on your mind.

3/ Tip for the best results

  • Cut the fluff and get real: Dr. Scott can smell emotional BS from a mile away. Hit him with the real stuff.

  • Embrace the banter: When he cracks a joke about life's absurdities, roll with it.

  • Follow his metaphorical breadcrumbs: When he compares your situation to rough waters or a bar fight, there's always deeper wisdom hiding in plain sight.

  • Trust the process: Behind that gruff exterior and colorful language lies decades of psychological expertise.

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