From Policy to Practice: Behavioral Health Therapists Using AI and Emerging Technologies

As AI and digital tools rapidly evolve, mental health professionals face new opportunities — and responsibilities — for integrating them into ethical, safe and effective care. Join us for a timely and practical webinar exploring best practices for therapists navigating the intersection of mental health and AI.

Drawing from the Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy’s recently published guidance, this session will give mental health providers the knowledge to critically evaluate and thoughtfully bring AI-enabled tools into clinical practice.

What you’ll learn:

• Utah’s official recommendations for AI disclosure, data privacy, clinical oversight and licensing, as outlined in the “Best Practices for Mental Health Therapists” guide
• Strategies for maintaining client safety, privacy and informed consent in a tech-enhanced environment
• How to balance innovation with evidence-based care and professional standards
• Practical tips for staying up to date as AI applications continue to evolve

Whether you’re already using AI-powered tools or just starting to explore them, this webinar will deliver essential insights to help you make informed, responsible decisions that center client wellbeing and uphold professional ethics.

Presenter: Zach Boyd, Director, Utah Office of AI Policy