Artificial intelligence is here and many mental health therapists are using AI to write progress notes. But is it ethical to use AI for mental health documentation? How do you know if an AI system is HIPAA compliant and what is your duty regarding giving clients information?

Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey of QA Prep reviews some of these topics in this video, which is the first in a series on using AI for mental health documentation.

You’ll learn what ethical considerations are important when using AI for progress notes and treatment plans, and what to discuss with clients if you use AI for documentation. Maelisa also gives some tips for staying ethical as you try out different AI programs.

Get the AI Rubric here: https://www.qaprep.com/airubrichandout

YouTube Live Q&A on using AI as a mental health professional:
https://www.youtube.com/live/SK6hNzC6...

Other videos in the AI for mental health documentation series:
Videos coming up soon!

Disclaimer: It’s the beginning of 2024 and this info will likely change! Use the AI Rubric and ultimately the most important thing is doing what is best for the client. Get their consent and respect their decision. Remember that using any electronic system requires more than being HIPAA secure, it also requires you to be privacy conscious and educated about the technology.

Video Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:29 The first ethical principle
00:48 Computer programmers vs counselors
01:16 Deidentifying PHI
01:57 HIPAA considerations
02:15 Is AI saving you time?
02:38 AI creates fake information
03:19 Talking to clients about AI
04:11 Resources for clients
04:39 Document discussing AI
04:54 Consult about AI with colleagues
05:57 AI Rubric handout