This qualitative research aims to examine the artificial intelligence literacy levels of psychological counseling candidates. Within the scope of the research, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 3rd and 4th-year students of the Guidance and Psychological Counseling program, and the views of 18 participants were analyzed. The data were processed using thematic analysis with the QDA Miner Lite 3.0 program. According to the research findings, participants stated that artificial intelligence lacks human aspects but can function as a support assistant for psychological counselors. In terms of ethical issues, privacy concerns were prominent, and some participants expressed that artificial intelligence could help resolve ethical dilemmas. In the context of future-oriented views, it was emphasized that artificial intelligence literacy should be increased, integrated into the curriculum, and current technologies should be followed. Concerns about trust and danger indicate that confidence in artificial intelligence needs to be increased. Regarding usage problems and purposes, it was stated that the correct and effective use of artificial intelligence could increase the efficiency of counseling processes. The research reveals a significant gap in artificial intelligence literacy among psychological counseling candidates and highlights the need to strengthen education in this area. The majority of participants have limited knowledge about artificial intelligence, showing the necessity of placing more emphasis on this topic in educational programs. Additionally, it is understood that artificial intelligence tools currently used in psychological counseling practice will play an even more critical role in the future. The study emphasizes that to support the professional advancement of psychological counseling candidates, their artificial intelligence literacy levels must be increased. [This paper was published in: "EJER Congress 2024 International Eurasian Educational Research Congress Conference Proceedings," edited by Senel Poyrazli, Ani Publishing, 2024, pp. 40-45.]