AI Ethics and Liability in Psychology: Essential Risk Mitigation Guide
Protecting Your Practice With American Professional Agency
June 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming psychology. But as psychologists integrate AI into their practices, they must prioritize human oversight—AI augments, never replaces, professional judgment.
Without robust risk mitigation, unchecked AI use risks eroding therapeutic trust, exacerbating disparities, and exposing practitioners to malpractice claims and licensing board complaints.
Learning objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants can:
- Discuss potential risks in incorporating AI into their practices.
- Describe three strategies for mitigating exposure to malpractice claims and licensing board complaints related to AI use.
- Identify several ways to ethically integrate AI into their practices.
Presenter disclaimer
Allison Funicelli and Cara Staus, two of our presenters, have a working relationship with Allied World, underwriter for the American Professional Agency. As such, Funicelli and Staus have a financial and intellectual interest in the webinar content. The purpose of this presentation is to provide a balanced view of compliance and risk management issues for practitioners.
This program does not offer CE credit.
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This topical webinar for APA members is paid for by American Professional Agency, an official corporate supporter of APA. The content is created by Allied World, underwriter for American Professional Agency. The information in this topical webinar series does not constitute and should not be relied upon as legal advice and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining personal legal advice and consultation prior to making decisions. Email Advertising to learn more.
Presenters
Allison Funicelli, MPA, CCLA, ARM, CPHRM, DFASHRM
Assistant vice president, Risk Management Group, AWAC Services Company, a member company of Allied World.
Cara Staus, CPHRM, FASHRM
Assistant vice president, Risk Management Group, AWAC Services Company, a member company of Allied World.
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