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Connection: Human Care in the Age of Technology

Each April, Counselling & Psychotherapy Month recognizes the vital role counsellors and psychotherapists play in supporting mental health and well-being across Canada. It is also a time to bring the profession together through learning, dialogue, and shared reflection.

This year’s theme explores how digital innovation is transforming the landscape of care—while reaffirming the importance of empathy, presence, and the therapeutic relationship.

Join us throughout the month to explore timely topics, connect with peers, access resources, and celebrate the impact of the profession.

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Key Messages

Human connection remains at the heart of mental health care.

Technology can support access and innovation, but healing is built through real human understanding, presence, and trust.

Technology should enhance care — not replace it.

Digital tools and AI can improve efficiency, access, and insight, but they cannot replace the relational depth of counselling and psychotherapy.

In a digitally connected world, many people feel more isolated than ever.

Counselling and psychotherapy provide meaningful, human-centered connection in a time of increasing disconnection.

Equitable access to care must remain a priority in the digital age.

While technology can reduce barriers to mental health services, the digital divide continues to limit access for many individuals and communities. Counselling and psychotherapy professionals advocate for inclusive, accessible, and culturally responsive care for all.

Strong cybersecurity, clear laws, and ethical practice are essential in digital mental health care.

As technology becomes more integrated into counselling and psychotherapy, protecting privacy, confidentiality, and client safety must remain central to professional standards and public trust.

Events



All webinars are free for CCPA members and are eligible for CECs. Sessions are recorded and will be available on the Member Portal until May 31st, 2026.

April 9, 2026

Beyond the Hype: Human Connection, Equity, and Clinical Judgment in an AI-Shaped Future

Online Event • Registration Open

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April 15, 2026

Panel Discussion: Navigating Complexity: Ethics, Standards, and Cross-Border Counselling Practice

Online Event • Registration Open

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April 16, 2026

Responsible AI in Clinical Practice

Online Event • Registration Open

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April 22, 2026

The Empathy Machine

Online Event • Registration Open

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April 24, 2026

AI and Digital Technologies in Mental Health and Substance Use Care: Are We Ready?

Online Event • Registration Open

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April 27, 2026

Logging Out or Leaning In? Mental Health-Related Consequences of Social Media for Adolescents and Young Adults

Online Event • Registration Open

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Bonus Demo Session
Thursday, April 23, 2026

C&P Month with Klarify: AI in Your Practice: A Live Look at What’s Possible Today

Join Moody Abdul, Co-Founder and CEO of Klarify, for a live demonstration of how AI can support therapists in practice beyond note-taking—from session visualization tools to reflection questions and an AI clinical assistant.

Online Event • Not eligible for CECs

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Thank-a-Therapist

Share a note of appreciation with a therapist, colleague, mentor, or someone whose care made a difference. Browse the cards below, then open the form to send your message.

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Thank a Therapist 2026

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Resources

Explore curated resources at the intersection of technology and mental health. From ethics and innovation to environmental and cultural perspectives, these resources support thoughtful, informed practice in a digital age.

Doomscrolling & Mental Health

Practical tips on managing doomscrolling and digital overwhelm from the Mental Health Foundation.

PDF Guide →

MHCC’s E-Mental Health Strategy for Canada

A national framework for integrating digital technologies into mental health care.

PDF Report →

APA AI Ethical Practice Guide

Guidance on ethical considerations when using AI in counselling and psychotherapy.

View Resource →

AI & Indigenous Data Sovereignty

Explores Indigenous perspectives on data ownership, ethics, and AI development.

Read Article →

First Nations Perspectives on AI

Insights into AI, governance, and digital transformation in First Nations communities.

Explore →

The Environmental Impact of AI

Ted Talk with Isha Gollapudi exploring the reality of how AI systems affect energy use, data centres, and the environment.

Watch Video →

The Social Dilemma

A documentary examining how algorithms influence behaviour, connection, and mental health.

Watch Trailer →

Holistic Research Canada

Advancing practice-based evidence and exploring AI in mental health care.

Visit Website →

CCPA Technology and Innovative Solutions Chapter

Connect with a community focused on exploring innovation and digital practice.

Learn More →

Future of Therapy Podcast

Podcast with Moody Abdul from Klarify, exploring how AI and emerging technologies are shaping therapy.

Listen →

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Sponsors

We are grateful to our sponsors for supporting Counselling & Psychotherapy Month 2026.