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AI tools are increasingly present in clinical practice, from AI notetaker to treatment planning support. But many clinicians are unsure how to evaluate their safety, ethics, and clinical value. This session, led by two licensed clinicians and a clinical technology specialist, offers an informed look at how AI is being used in therapy today. Presenters will unpack how AI tools are built and trained, why general-purpose tools like ChatGPT carry privacy risks for clinical use, and what distinguishes purpose-built clinical AI from consumer tools. The session covers informed consent and client transparency, the impact of AI on the therapeutic alliance, and practical ways AI can reduce documentation burden and burnout while strengthening audit readiness. Attendees will leave with a clearer framework for evaluating and responsibly integrating AI into their own practice.
The Presenters
Ann Dypiangco, LCSW
Vivian Chung Easton, LMFT
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Identify key ethical and legal considerations relevant to using AI tools in clinical practice, including informed consent and confidentiality.
2. Evaluate the potential benefits and risks of AI-assisted documentation and treatment planning on clinical accuracy and the therapeutic alliance.
3. Describe the difference between general-purpose AI tools and clinically-focused AI platforms with respect to data privacy and security.
4. Apply best practices for transparent, consent-based AI use with clients in both in-person and virtual settings.
5. Determine how AI tools can reduce administrative burden and clinician burnout while maintaining clinical integrity and audit readiness.
Session Details
WHEN: September 23, 2026 from 12p- 1p
WHERE: Online. Link will be provided upon registration
COST: Free for CCA Members and Non-Members
CEs: Yes of course, You'll earn 1 Ethics CE credit upon successful completion of the webinar, completion of the survey and attendance verified by online means during the session.
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