As AI becomes part of everyday mental health practice, professionals must understand not only what these tools can do, but also the ethical and legal responsibilities that accompany their use. This lecture will examine the key issues surrounding AI in clinical practice, including confidentiality, informed consent, professional responsibility, liability, documentation, and the safe and ethical integration of AI into client care. The session will provide practical, real-world guidance that participants can immediately apply in their professional practice.
Course Overview
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the mental health profession, creating new opportunities alongside important ethical, legal, and professional challenges.
The webinar will examine the practical use of generative AI in mental health practice, with a particular focus on:
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Informed consent
- Professional responsibility and liability
- AI-assisted clinical decision-making
- Bias
- Responsible integration of AI into therapeutic practice
The session will also review emerging ethical guidelines and regulatory developments, providing practical recommendations for the safe and effective use of AI while maintaining professional standards and protecting clients.
Efrat Shuster, Adv.
Adv. Efrat Shuster is the Founding Partner of Shuster Law Firm, specializing in international commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and the legal and regulatory implications of artificial intelligence.
With more than 20 years of experience advising technology companies, startups, and international businesses, Efrat counsels organizations on AI governance, responsible AI adoption, and the intersection of AI, law, and business strategy.
She is the author of two books on artificial intelligence and law: AI and the Future of the Legal Profession and Building Your AI Policy. Efrat regularly lectures before lawyers, government bodies, corporations, and academic institutions on AI regulation, governance, and the practical impact of generative AI on the legal profession and business.
Efrat holds an LL.M. with distinction from the University of Pennsylvania and an LL.B. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
