Title: Counseling in the Age of AI: Strategies for Effective Integration 

Presenter Name & Credentials: Shalini Mathew, PhD, LPC, NCC, CSC-SD

Learning Objectives: 1. Attendees will analyze the potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI into counseling practices and counselor education. 2. Attendees will apply AI tools and strategies to enhance client engagement and therapeutic outcomes. 3. Attendees will evaluate ethical considerations and best practices for utilizing AI in counseling settings.

Presenter Bio: Dr. Shalini Mathew is an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator in the Psychology & Counseling Department at Northern State University. Dr. Mathew is a Nationally Certified Counselor through NBCC, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor in the state of South Dakota.  Dr. Mathew has a PHD in Counselor Education & Supervision and master’s degrees in School Counseling and Behavior Science. Dr. Mathew's research interests include AI in Education, Children with specific learning disabilities, complementary and alternative therapies in counseling, counselor wellness, trauma-informed care, counseling immigrants and refugees, and cross-cultural counseling

Counseling in the Age of AI: Strategies for Effective Integration