The Role of AI in Psychology

June 17, 2026

This session introduces psychologists to the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice, including its impact on diagnosis, treatment planning, patient monitoring, and research. Participants will develop foundational AI literacy to critically evaluate tools for accuracy, bias, and ethical risk, and learn strategies for responsible integration into practice. Emphasis will be placed on maintaining clinical judgment while leveraging AI to enhance patient care, safety, and equity.

Financial and In-Kind Commercial Support

No financial nor in-kind commercial support was received for this educational activity.

Target Audience

  • Psychologists
  • Psychology Trainees

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe key concepts in artificial intelligence, including types of AI and large language models, as applied to psychology practice and research.
  2. Identify and apply ethical principles to the use of AI in clinical and research settings.
  3. Evaluate the benefits and limitations of AI tools for promoting equity in psychology practice and research.
  4. Develop strategies for responsible AI use that mitigate risk and support psychologist well-being (e.g., reducing burnout).
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 APA
    Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs. All confirmed participants will earn 1.00 CE credits upon successful completion of the learning event and evaluation.
  • 1.00 Participation
    Successful completion of this continuing education activity.
Course opens: 
06/17/2026
Course expires: 
08/16/2026
Event starts: 
06/17/2026 - 9:00am EDT
Event ends: 
06/17/2026 - 10:00am EDT
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Course Director(s)

Afsoon Gazor, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Eleanor Mackey, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker(s)

Lori Crosby

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Abigail Robbertz, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Joint Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, Children's National Hospital is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Children’s National Hospital Accreditation Provider #4008362.

Credit Designation Statement

Psychologists: Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs. Children’s National Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 CE credit(s) (Instructional Level: Intermediate Learning).  

Available Credit

  • 1.00 APA
    Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs. All confirmed participants will earn 1.00 CE credits upon successful completion of the learning event and evaluation.
  • 1.00 Participation
    Successful completion of this continuing education activity.
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