Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Psychology: Ethical and Clinical Considerations

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are shaping both our daily lives and the way mental health care is delivered. As mental health practitioners, we are often intrigued by new advancements, yet understandably concerned about client privacy, data security, and ethical use. Additionally, the rapid pace of innovation can make it challenging to evaluate which tools are evidence-based, reliable, or appropriate for clinical practice.

This course provides an accessible and clinically grounded overview of the applications of AI in mental health care, with particular attention to the use of AI tools in clinical practice. Ethical and safety considerations will be examined throughout the presentation through the lens of APA Ethical Guidelines, with attention to informed consent, competence, risk management, and professional responsibility.

This course emphasizes ethical discernment and critical thinking, supporting mental health clinicians in making informed, value-aligned decisions about if and how AI tools may serve as a supportive adjunct to clinical practice. Designed for clinicians who want to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed, this training offers a balanced, evidence-informed foundation for understanding both the potential benefits and limitations of AI in mental health care.

This introductory continuing education webinar is designed to help mental health professionals:

1. List three examples of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is utilized in mental health care.
2. Describe two reasons why mental health providers should develop a foundational understanding of AI and its applications in clinical practice.
3. Identify and explain one key potential ethical concern related to use of AI in clinical practice.

Statement of accuracy, utility, and most common risks: The materials in this course are grounded in the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, as well as current APA guidance and publicly available resources. Given the rapidly evolving nature of AI, the presenter does not claim expertise in artificial intelligence but instead aims to support clinicians in developing a critical, ethically informed framework for evaluating its use in practice. This course is designed to be practical and clinically relevant, helping participants assess AI tools through the lens of informed consent, competence, confidentiality, risk management, and professional responsibility. It introduces APA-supported resources to assist clinicians in distinguishing between appropriate, compliant technologies and those that may pose risks to privacy or ethical standards. Risks discussed throughout the course include potential breaches of confidentiality, overreliance on AI-generated content, use outside one’s scope of competence, lack of transparency with clients, and bias or inaccuracies in AI outputs. The course emphasizes that AI should not replace clinical judgment.

Declaration identifying any potential conflict of interest and/or commercial support: No conflict of interest indicated.

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How the Web Conference Works

Before the scheduled event, all registered attendees will be sent a reminder email from GoodTherapy with specific instructions on how to log in to the webinar, as well as links to optional handout materials if applicable.

To attend the event, registered attendees will log in to the Microsoft Teams web conference center using a computer or device with internet access and/or call into the teleconference line on a phone. Attendees will be able to submit questions during the webinar via text chat in the Microsoft Teams web conference center and will be able to see the live streaming video and/or document sharing. 

At the conclusion of this event, participants will receive an email with information about how to request a CE certificate in your GoodTherapy Account. To confirm attendance, participants must enter the start code and end code announced at the beginning and end of the live presentation. Participants will also be prompted to complete an online survey evaluating the event. Participants will need to complete this online survey within six days after the event. Once completed, participants will be able to download a copy of their CE certificate right away by logging in to their GoodTherapy account.

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Continuing Education (CE) Information

2 CE contact hours will be provided by GoodTherapy for attending this web conference in its entirety. 

GoodTherapy is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEPTM) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements.

GoodTherapy.org, provider #1352, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 3/30/2025 – 3/30/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 2 ethics continuing education credits.

GoodTherapy is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. GoodTherapy maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

GoodTherapy, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0395. GoodTherapy, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0022 and for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0031.

To receive CE credit hours for an archived event, you will need to complete a survey as well as a 12 or 15-question exam, verifying that you listened to or watched the event in its entirety. Archived CE events generally are considered "homestudy" by licensing boards.

Registration Information

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Mental health professionals who are not members can attend this live web conference for $30.95 or access the homestudy recording for $15.50. Sign up here to purchase this CE course and earn a CE certificate.

If the event is canceled by GoodTherapy, registrants who purchased the event will be notified and the charge for the event will be refunded

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