Legal and Ethical Issues for Mental Health Clinicians: Best Practices fro Avoiding Litigation, Complaints and Malpractice

by Susan J. Lewis

Psychologist and attorney Susan J. Lewis, PhD, JD, brings her 25 years of clinical practice and legal expertise directly to you—with practical guidance, strategies, solutions and up-to-date information to help keep you out of court and jail. Dr. Lewis uses easy-to-understand language to step you through the legalese, highlighted by 30 engaging case examples to illustrate how you can overcome legal and ethical challenges that arise in your practice, Risk management Contracts HIPPA Privileged communication Licensing complaints Supervision pitfalls Rights of minors Technology This go-to resources goes beyond the what and why, focusing on how to protect you and your clients in an increasingly litigious society.

144 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 1, 2016

About the author

Susan J. Lewis, Ph.D., J.D., is a multi-credentialed mental health professional with the unique combination of licensed psychologist, forensic psychologist, and attorney. She has 25 years of experience in clinical practice with unique populations who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness. Dr. Lewis is a sought-after consultant, and as a national seminar instructor, she trains hundreds of mental health professionals each year.

Reviews

[Debra Kulchar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Much easier to read than I thought it would be. Lots of good advice.