David Camfield
Board member/Managing Director
About ASAIMH
Meet the ASAIMH Board of Directors, guiding ASAIMH's mission at the intersection of AI and mental health:
Board of Directors
Meet the ASAIMH Board of Directors, guiding ASAIMH's mission at the intersection of AI and mental health:
Dr. David Camfield is a Clinical Psychologist and board-approved supervisor with a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience. As an early adopter of AI in clinical practice, he advocates for mental health professionals to be central to its development.
Dr. Veronica Johnston brings deep leadership and clinical experience, helping drive innovation and excellence across mental health initiatives.
Ridhi A Malhotra is a registered psychologist, Founder & CEO of PractaLuma, and a Board Director of the Australasian Society for AI in Mental Health. A leading thought leader in ethical AI, Ridhi is actively shaping the future of mental healthcare. Her insights are redefining how technology can scale compassionate, evidence-based care while preserving what makes mental healthcare deeply human.
Matthew has 25+ years' experience leading technology and data programs in healthcare and other regulated sectors in Australia. He focuses on governance, safety, privacy, and risk management, aiming for evidence-based, measurable, and safe AI for clinicians and patients. He founded Clements AI, which partners with healthcare providers to design and deploy practical AI and automation focused on real-world adoption and strong governance.
Matthew also founded EldrAIr, which uses conversational screening and voice-based AI to detect cognitive decline early and provide support—improving outcomes while meeting the expectations of patients, clinicians, and regulators.
Our Vision
ASAIMH promotes the responsible integration of AI, emphasising that technology should complement — not replace — the invaluable human skills that mental health professionals bring to their work.
Our Mission
Empowering Mental Health Professionals, Shaping the Future of AI in Care
Our mission combines advocacy, education, and collaboration to empower mental health professionals to lead the way in shaping ethical and innovative AI for mental health care.
Education & Training
To advance education and training in the application of AI technology as applied to mental health.
Responsible AI Use
To promote high professional and ethical standards in the use of AI technology in mental healthcare.
Research & Innovation
To facilitate research in the development of effective and safe AI technology in mental health.
Advocacy for Professionals
Advocate for mental health professionals in the development of AI technology as applied to mental health.
Public Education
To educate the general public so as to protect and safeguard them from the unethical or unsafe applications of AI in mental healthcare.
Shaping Policy
To inform policy decisions in regards to the adoption of AI technology in society in a way that will enhance (rather than detract from) individual’s mental health.
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Help shape the future of AI in mental health. Join our community of professionals and innovators dedicated to ethical, human-centered AI.
