I would also like to welcome a new Board Member, Crystal Anthony. Anthony has been a therapist at the Program for Torture Victims and co-executive director for Underground GRIT since , and has been involved in various aspects of community mental health since Peter Chiu for his service on the Board and wish him well in his future endeavors. Madsen was also recently elected to a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the Association of Social Work Boards.
Consumer Complaints - Board of Behavioral Sciences
It also never includes inappropriate sexual suggestions, or any other kind of sexual behavior between a therapist and a client. Sexual contact of any kind between a therapist and a client is unethical and illegal in the State of California. Additionally, with regard to former clients, sexual contact within two years after termination of therapy is also illegal and unethical. It is always the responsibility of the therapist to ensure that sexual contact with a client, whether consensual or not, does not occur. Sexual behavior between a therapist and a client can harm the client. All therapists are trained and educated to know that this kind of behavior is illegal and unethical. Therapists are trusted and respected by their clients, and it is not uncommon for clients to admire and feel attracted to them.
A complaint should be filed by anyone who believes that a licensee, registrant or applicant has engaged in unprofessional conduct, related to his or her professional responsibilities. The Board will review each complaint regardless of the source. Complaints must be submitted in writing, and include a statement clearly explaining the nature of the complaint. The most effective complaints should contain detailed, firsthand, verifiable information, including:.
The Board of Behavioral Sciences is a California state regulatory agency, responsible for licensing, examination, and enforcement of professional standards for:. The Board is composed of 13 members, appointed by the Governor 11 , Assembly 1 , and Senate 1 :. Protect and serve Californians by setting, communicating, and enforcing standards for safe and competent mental health practice. The Board investigates consumer complaints and imposes disciplinary action against licensees and registrants who violate the law.