Law & Ethics of AI in Mental Health Care: Privacy, Security, and Live Practice
with David Khalili, LMFT
Virtual CE Event for Therapists
WHEN
Friday, February 27, 2026 | 9:30am - 12:30pm
(9:15am check-in, presentation starts 9:30am)
See specific timeframe breakdown below.
WHERE
Virtual via Google Meet
Link will be sent in confirmation and reminder emails.
COST
Licensed Members: $70
Licensed Non-members: $80
Associate Members: $40
Associate Non-members: $50
CE CREDITS
3
PROGRAMS CHAIR/EVENT ORGANIZER
Emerald Aueyong, LMFT, LPCC
About This Event
This workshop explores the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in mental health therapy, with a specific focus on how legal and ethical AI considerations directly impact client treatment and therapeutic outcomes. Drawing from cutting-edge AI research and clinical applications, participants will examine current AI tools in therapeutic practice, emerging regulatory frameworks, and evidence-based strategies for protecting client welfare while leveraging AI innovations responsibly. Through real-world case studies and California-specific legislation analysis, therapists will develop practical competencies to navigate AI-related ethical dilemmas that arise in direct client care. By the end of this training, participants will be equipped to implement AI tools that enhance rather than compromise therapeutic relationships, ensuring client safety, privacy, and treatment efficacy remain paramount.
We look forward to seeing you there! Registration closes morning of event.
Education Goals/Learning Objectives
By the end of this presentation participants will:
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Describe at least three main ways that AI is being applied in mental health therapy.
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Identify three pieces of current California legislation directly related to AI in mental healthcare.
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List four examples of AI-driven therapy tools.
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Explain how AI-powered chatbots have evolved from simple rule-based systems to at least three advanced models using NLP.
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Discuss three challenges that persist when developing and implementing AI solutions for clinical documentation.
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State two examples of information therapists may disclose without consent in order to protect the patient or public from harm.
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List five principles of AI ethics code currently in review by CAMFT.
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Identify at least four factors for vetting AI vendors.
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Summarize three practical recommendations for practitioners to protect sensitive client data when using AI tools.
Presenter
David F Khalili, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist, board-certified sexologist, and founder of Rouse Relational Wellness, a boutique couples and sex therapy center in San Francisco, and authored Mental Health Workbook for Men and Sex Worriers: A Mindfully Queer Guide for Men’s Anxiety to Sex and Dating. Links: Rouse Relational Wellness / Mental Health Workbook for Men / Sex Worriers: A Mindfully Queer Guide for Men’s Anxiety to Sex and Dating
Event Schedule
I. Introduction & Setting the Stage (15 Minutes)
â—Ź Welcome & Introductions
â—Ź Workshop Objectives & Agenda
â—Ź Overview of AI in Mental Health
â—Ź Importance of Legal and Ethical Considerations (5 mins)
II. Use of AI in Therapeutic Clinics and Clinical Sessions (40 minutes)
â—Ź Clinical Documentation & Note-Taking
â—Ź AI-Assisted Diagnosis & Assessment
â—Ź Virtual Mental Health Assistants & Chatbots
â—Ź Personalized Treatment Recommendations
â—Ź Client Engagement & Behavioral Tracking
â—Ź Training & Supervision for Therapists
â—Ź Virtual Reality (VR) Therapy
5 minute break
III. Legal Considerations in AI Use (40 Minutes)
â—Ź Confidentiality & Data Protection
â—Ź Informed Consent
â—Ź Competency & Training
â—Ź Case Vignette
10-minute break
IV. Ethical Considerations & Best Practices (40 Minutes)
â—Ź Bias and Fairness
â—Ź Autonomy and Decision-Making
â—Ź Transparency and Communication
â—Ź AI Bill of Rights & Ethical Guidelines
â—Ź Exercise and discussion
V. Concerns and Considerations (20 Minutes)
â—Ź Modern-day industrial revolution
â—‹ Errors in the use of AI
â—Ź Security, privacy, and tracking
â—Ź Late-stage capitalism and Series A Funding
â—Ź Group discussion
VI. California-Specific Legislation & Recommendations (25 Minutes)
â—Ź Review of Current Bills in California
â—Ź Practical Recommendations & Policies
â—Ź Q&A and Wrap-up
Event program will begin promptly at 9:30 AM. Participants are encouraged to hop on at 9:15 AM to casually network and test their technology.
Questions?
Please email Emerald Aueyong, LMFT, LPCC at therapywithemerald@gmail.com with further inquiries about this event.
Other Details
View event policies here.
This is an introductory, intermediate, and advanced level course. This program will benefit LMFT, LPCC, LEP and LCSW licensees and pre-licensees.
This course meets the qualifications for 3 hours of continuing education law and ethics credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
CE credit will be awarded after completion of this course and a course evaluation, sent via email.
The San Gabriel Valley Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (SGV-CAMFT), provider #60957, is approved by CAMFT to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. SGV-CAMFT maintains the responsibility for the program and all its content.
