Overview

This webinar introduces psychologists to the practical and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) assistants within psychological practice. The session focuses on how clinicians can safely create and customise simple AI “bots” to support everyday administrative and professional tasks such as drafting GP letters, managing client communications, and organising case material while remaining compliant with APS and AHPRA guidelines.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of what AI tools can and cannot do within therapeutic and administrative contexts, and how to maintain client privacy, informed consent, and professional judgment when using digital systems.

Through practical demonstrations and guided reflection, attendees will learn a step-by-step framework for designing their own secure, purpose-built AI assistant. The session aims to help psychologists reduce cognitive and administrative load, enhance efficiency, and promote sustainable, ethical practice — aligning with the SPARKS+ approach to professional wellbeing and burnout prevention.

Level of Learning

Intermediate. This activity is targeted to those with some previous learning on the topic.

Duration of access

This webinar will be recorded. Access to the recording and presenter slides is for 12 months from the date of confirmed registration.

APS CPD Approved

This activity has been assessed against the APS Standards for CPD activities and approved for its education quality. Learn more about the APS CPD Approval process.

CPD Frequently Asked Questions

Refer to the APS CPD Frequently Asked Questions for general and technical information when undertaking APS Professional development activities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of these webinars, participants should be able to:

• identify the ethical, privacy, and professional standards relevant to using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in psychological practice, consistent with APS and AHPRA guidelines,

• apply a structured, evidence-informed process to design and implement a simple AI assistant (chatbot) that automates routine or administrative tasks safely and effectively within their professional role, and

• evaluate how automation and AI tools can support sustainable, reflective practice by reducing administrative burden, preserving therapeutic presence, and preventing clinician burnout in line with the SPARKS+ framework.

Presenter(s)

Danielle Graber MAPS

About the presenter(s)

Danielle Graber BMedSc, BSc(Hons), BPsych(Hons), MPsych(Clin), MAPS is a Clinical Psychologist, Board-Approved Supervisor, and Founder of 12 Points Psychology & Training Danielle Graber is a clinical psychologist, animal-assisted therapist, and Board-Approved Supervisor who believes the best learning happens through relationships, play and stories. With a healthy dose of humour! She is the founder of 12 Points Psychology & Training and the creator of the SPARKS+ frameworks, which help clinicians work sustainably and prevent burnout through practical, needs-based strategies. Danielle’s work integrates ethical automation, clinical supervision, and sustainable systems to support psychologists in reducing administrative load and mental fatigue. Her professional focus is on helping high-performing, often neurodivergent therapists reclaim time, energy, and clarity while maintaining ethical and effective practice. Through her workshops, supervision, and AI-integrated SPARKS+ programs, Danielle equips psychologists and allied health professionals with the tools and insight they need to stay in the work they love - without burning out in the process.