About
Clare Veal is a commercial solicitor and the founder of Aubergine Legal, a specialist consultancy supporting psychologists, therapists and education professionals with clear, practical legal guidance in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
Clare advises on AI governance, data protection, intellectual property and ethical risk, with a particular focus on how emerging technologies are reshaping psychological practice. She works closely with all types of psychologists, clinical teams and independent practitioners across the UK, helping them use AI safely, lawfully and confidently in their day-to-day work.
Through Aubergine Legal, Clare has developed a suite of accessible AI and data-protection resources for psychologists — including compliance checklists, child-friendly explainers, DPIA templates and practical guidance on integrating AI tools into assessment, report writing and service delivery. Her work is known for translating complex regulation into clear, usable advice that supports both innovation and safeguarding.
Clare regularly trains professional networks on AI, UK GDPR, and the legal responsibilities of psychologists using digital tools. Her approach blends legal expertise with a deep understanding of psychological practice, ensuring practitioners can embrace new technologies without compromising ethics, client trust or professional standards.
At this conference, Clare will explore the legal, regulatory and practical realities of AI use in psychology — and what practitioners need to know to stay compliant, protected and ahead of the curve.
Sessions
AI in Psychology: The UK Legal and Regulatory Landscape
UK legal and regulatory landscape.