Ethical Al: Enhancing Counseling Practices and Boosting Office Productivity - ACA 2025
Practical Al Uses in Practice and Teaching - MWR ACA - 2025

Marty Jencius, Ph.D., NCC (he/him)
Christine Banks-VanAllen, MA, LPCC-S (she/her)
Magnolia Par, MEd


This session will introduce practical applications of AI, including making effective queries with LLMs like ChatGPT, utilizing composing tools for non-confidential tasks such as marketing and training preparation, and developing frameworks for larger projects like strategic planning. Attendees will participate in hands-on demos with tools like Elicit, spiral.computer, and perplexity.ai, working alongside the process to gain practical experience. Ethical considerations will be reviewed, with a focus on the ACA's Recommendations Regarding The Future Of AI In Counseling. This introductory session is perfect for those looking to integrate AI into their professional practices responsibly and effectively.