Common Ethical Errors, Misconduct and Board Disciplinary Actions
(ASPPB 2022; Knapp, et al., 2012; Reamer, 2023) 
  • Problematic or Inappropriate Use of Social Media
  • Record and Note Keeping
  • Documentation Errors and Security
  • Remote Delivery of Services
  • Professional and Sexual Misconduct
  • Client Exploitation
  • Practitioner  Impairment
  • Multiple Relationships and Boundary Violations
  • Violations of Confidentiality
  • Lack of and/or Adequate Informed Consent
  • Negligent Interventions
  • Client Care and Competence
  • Inadequate Consultation and/or Supervision
  • Unprofessional Conduct
  • Conviction of a Crime
  • Violations of Statutes, Regulations or Rules
Risk Management And Prevention Strategies
(Reamer, 2023) 
  • Minimize Use of Email, Texts, and Social Media Communication With Clients. Set Limits With Clients As Indicated.
  • Ensure Security of All Communications
  • Utilize Specific, Written and Understandable Informed Consent  for Standard Practices, Telepsychology and Social Media. Review Regularly and in 'Real Time' Situations  
  • Provide Therapy That is Based Upon Established Practices and Areas of Expertise and Competence
  • Engage in Regular Consultation and/or Supervision and Document Accordingly
  • Utilize Documentation That is Consistent With Federal, State, Respective Licensing Board Rules, Codes of Ethics and Established Practices
  • Watch For 'Red Flags' and High Risk Aspects and Respond Accordingly. Document Thoroughly and Seek Consultation Regularly. Monitor Risk Factors Regularly
  • Define and Discuss Expected Therapist and Client Roles and Responsibilities At the Onset of Therapy and Regularly Thereafter
  • Identify and Regularly Discuss Goals, Progress, and Client Needs
  • Attend to Ruptures in the Therapy Relationship Promptly
  • Identify, Monitor, Seek Support, Manage Work Levels and Engage in Regular Self-Care