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  • Author:

    John Gavazzi, Psy.D.

  • Level: 

    Foundational 

  • CREDIT(S)

    1

  • Video

    1 hour 

Ethics Education and the Impact of AI on Mental Health

In this episode of the Psyched to Practice podcast, Dr. John Gavazzi joins Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner to explore the intersection of ethics education and the emerging influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health. The discussion centers on the SHAPE model—Scrutinize, Hypothesize, Analyze, Perform, and Evaluate—as a practical and structured framework for ethical decision-making. Dr. Gavazzi emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with professional responsibilities to navigate complex clinical dilemmas effectively. The episode also examines the ethical implications of AI, including its potential to enhance service delivery and the challenges it poses in maintaining client welfare, confidentiality, and informed consent. This episode provides timely insights for mental health professionals aiming to strengthen ethical competence and responsibly engage with new technologies in clinical practice.  

Course Objectives:

1. Explain the components of the SHAPE model and how it supports ethical decision-making in clinical practice.  
2. Describe how personal values and professional obligations intersect in ethical reasoning.  
3. Identify the potential benefits and challenges of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health settings.  
4. Apply structured decision-making strategies to navigate ethical dilemmas in the context of evolving technologies.

 John Gavazzi

Dr. John Gavazzi, Psy.D., ABPP, is a distinguished clinical psychologist based in Pennsylvania, renowned for his extensive work in ethics education within the field of psychology. Holding a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Gavazzi has dedicated his career to exploring the intersection of ethical practice, personal values, and professional obligations. His unique expertise lies in decision science and how it intersects with the moral and ethical frameworks that guide mental health professionals. With decades of clinical experience, he offers a nuanced understanding of how ethics extend beyond rigid codes and influence decision-making processes in practical settings. Dr. Gavazzi’s contributions as an ethics educator are marked by his ability to blend academic insight with real-world applications, making him a valuable resource for licensed mental health professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of ethical practice.

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Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to offer continuing professional development (CPDs) for school psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Other mental health and education professionals are welcome to attend our webinars, workshops, and courses. Participants will receive a continuing education certificate upon completion. We encourage individuals to consult their respective licensing or accrediting boards to determine eligibility for continuing education credit within their professional field.

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