The Future of Counseling: Exploring AI and Its Impacts on Clinical Practice

A live interactive Web Workshop hosted on Google Meet for social workers and licensed professional counselors. Continuing Education Credits Awarded/ Contact Hours: 3 clock hours (ASWB/ACE) (NBCC), 3 CE (MD BSWE)

This is a hybrid event. The event will be hosted at Grace Community Church (8200 Old Columbia Rd., Fulton, MD, 20759) and broadcast online with a link provided upon purchase of admission. If you have purchased a ticket to access the recording of the session, access to the recording will be provided after the session has concluded and the recording has been edited.

More information on this session will be available in the coming weeks. Please check back for additional details.

*If you are a CentrePointe alum and are interested in attending this session, please send an email to office@cpchope.org. Current students may also qualify for free attendance. Please send an email to office@cpchope.org to learn more about this opportunity.

Course Description:

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming many aspects of mental health care, from chatbots and virtual therapy tools to predictive analytics. While AI cannot replace human clinicians, understanding its capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations is essential for mental health professionals. This session will provide an overview of AI in mental health, including current tools available today, research findings, and potential future developments. Participants will explore the pros and cons of AI, gaining insight into both its benefits and the challenges it presents. The focus is on increasing awareness and knowledge, enabling participants to make informed observations and engage thoughtfully with AI in mental health contexts.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

1. Define AI, specifically generative AI, in the context of mental health.

2. Identify current applications of AI in mental health, including chatbots, virtual

therapy, mood tracking, and predictive analytics.

3. Analyze the benefits and limitations of AI tools for mental health care.

4. Recognize ethical, legal, and clinical considerations when integrating AI into

mental health practice.

5. Evaluate research evidence regarding the effectiveness and accuracy of AI in

supporting mental health.

6. Identify and discuss current AI tools, apps, and technologies being used in

mental health care, including their functions, applications, and potential impact on

clients and clinicians.

Our Presenter:

Lauren Robertson earned her Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University and joined CentrePointe Counseling in April of 2021. She works with individual clients of all ages and provides virtual counseling from Florida. Lauren is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and helping clients develop coping skills, resilience, and overall well-being. She believes in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore challenges and work toward personal growth.

Registration & information:

The cost to attend this event is $60, which includes a certificate of completion.

Space is limited. Cancellations must be received prior to the event date to be eligible for a refund.

Register online at www.eventbrite.com/o/centrepointe-counseling-inc-9832900843. Registration closes on November 12th, 2025.

This live webinar takes place on Google Meet and is fully interactive. Attendees may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussion

Operating Systems Requirements: Windows 10 or higher, MacOS 10 or higher, Android 5.0 or higher. • Internet Browser: Internet Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge (Chromium based), Safari. • Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible

Please contact Centrepointe Counseling’s Continuing Education Director, Matthew Raeder (mraeder@centrepointecounseling.org.), if you have questions, concerns, or grievances about this course or require ADA accommodation.

Course completion & CE information:

Course completion requirements: Social workers and Professional Counselors must attend the entire course and complete a course evaluation to be eligible for CE credit.

Certificates of completion will be emailed within 7 business days of course completion.

CentrePointe Counseling, provider # 1586, is approved 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: 02/28/2025 – 02/28/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 3 clinical continuing education credits.

CentrePointe Counseling, Inc. is an approved sponsor of The Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland. Social Workers and Professional Counselors should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.

CentrePointe Counseling, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6569. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CentrePointe Counseling, Inc. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.