AI guidelines for Clinical Counselling & Psychotherapy
This document provides comprehensive ethical guidelines for integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical mental health practice, emphasizing responsible adoption to enhance therapeutic outcomes, protect client rights, and uphold high professional standards. It outlines a step-by-step framework for clinicians to evaluate AI tools and services, focusing on regulatory compliance, ethical considerations (such as fairness, accountability, transparency, confidentiality, and competency), and ongoing professional development. The guidelines stress the importance of informed consent, regular reviews of AI systems for bias and security, and clear data management protocols, ensuring that AI supports innovation in mental health care while maintaining trust, safety, and effective client-centered practice.
Health Canada Guidelines to Working with Psychedelics
Health Canada recognizes the growing interest in the use of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the possible psychological and physical risks to patients associated with this type of therapy. This notice outlines the information that healthcare practitioners need to know when applying for access to psychedelic drugs through Health Canada’s Special Access Program (SAP) for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
