Allan M. Tepper – Ethical Principles in the Practice of Texas Mental Health Professionals

These are also achievable through the manual utilized in This seminar. These manual materials cannot be used in lieu of the seminar. in nature. All of the Written materials are state-specific Texas.

Allan M. Tepper – Ethical Principles in the Practice of Texas Mental Health Professionals

Many continuing education ethics programs can be used in a generic way. in nature. Many continuing education ethics programs stress risk-management strategies. the detriment of the Attendees, especially if there is an attorney presenter.

This program is completely different. This program is not about avoiding clinical issues. the How clinical and ethical issues are affected the Everyday practice of the Mental health professional in Texas. This is a unique combination of Understanding and interpreting clinical and ethical issues allows for better understanding. of the Rules that regulate mental health practices

These are the steps to reach these goals the Experience and the Interactive style of the presenter, Allan M. Tepper, J.D., Psy.D. Unique from others who have joint degrees in Psychology and law, Dr. Tepper He maintains both an active psychology and law practice. He is a psychologist and represents mental healthcare professionals in legal issues. Dr. Tepper This perspective is truly unique the practical understanding of ethics.

These are also achievable through the manual utilized in This seminar. The manual materials can’t be generic. in nature. All of the Written materials are state-specific Texas.

It can sometimes be difficult to hear an attorney when you interact with them. the words, “Trust me.” However, for this seminar, we say “Trust us!” We guarantee, you won’t walk away disappointed.

1. Determine which state and administrative laws are relevant for establishing and maintaining an ethics-based clinical practice.
2. Establish policies regarding ethical issues like seclusion, restraints and informed consent.
3. Determine what notes, documents and reports constitute an official medical document. in the state of Texas.
4. Examine your current record-Keeping practices in To ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements in the State of Texas.
5. Designate the treatment provider’s responsibilities relating to mental health issues and duty to warn law in Texas.
6. Explore the Legal and ethical considerations the Treatment of Minorities in Texas Age of Consent, confidentiality, custody concerns

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Understand the System

• Statutes
• Rules and regulations
• Case law
• Finding the Law

Legal Exposure

• Criminal liability
• Civil liability
• Licensing complaints
• Reported complaints from organizations

Establish the The Treatment Relationship

• The professional relationship
• The ethical and legal principle of informed consent
• A informed consent is part of the Modality of treatment
• Use of Written consent forms are required for any reliance.

Record-Keeping Practices

• Record-Respecting regulations
• Items that constitute the Record, personal notes vs. Charting, raw data and computer printouts.-Parties records
• Access to records via written requests, subpoenas, and court orders

The Ethics of Warning: Duty to Warn

• Notifying potential third parties of your intentions-Party victims
• Review of Specific Texas Case law concerning danger to others
• Clinical approach to the Protecting the environment is our duty

Treatment of Minors

• Age of Majority
• Consent to treatment
• Clinical implications in the Treatment of the Older adolescents
• Treatment of Minors in Situations of Family separation and Divorce

Non-Sexual Boundary Violations

• Contacts by cell phone and email
• Advocate vs. treatment
• Contacts with lawyers and professionals the The legal profession
• In-Court expert testimony