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Psychologist’s License Suspended After Inappropriate Conduct With a Minor

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Psychologists have a duty to help patients with mental and emotional issues. Because they deal with the human mind, ethics is a concern. How far does one go in treating a person’s condition before crossing the line? What actions are considered going too far? Psychologists should not have a physical or romantic relationship with… Read More »

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Psychologist’s License Suspended Due to Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Many licensed professionals act in a professional manner at all times, making sure to never cross the line when it comes to patient care and dealing with clients. However, acting in a moral and ethical manner is easier said than done. Sometimes professionals get too friendly with their patients. They may flirt with them… Read More »

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Psychologist Accused of Physical Abuse May Lose License

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Spanking is often performed as punishment for misbehaving kids. Not many people consider it a form of therapy. But one psychologist did, and as a result, she is facing punishment herself, in the form of office closure and possible license loss. The Tennessee psychologist, who worked at Christian Psychiatrist Services in the Memphis area… Read More »

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Psychologist Gets License Revoked for Misconduct With Patients

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Psychologists are to act in a professional manner at all times. Sometimes they take advantage of their patients’ vulnerability. When they do more harm than good, they face punishment from the board for their actions. In severe cases, they can even lose their license. A 33-year-old psychologist is facing punishment for sexually assaulting two… Read More »

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Psychologist Loses License for Fraudulent Billing

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Like many people, licensed professionals are often motivated by money. After all, many licensed professionals—particularly those in the healthcare field—make six-figure incomes. But sometimes that’s still not enough. In a quest to make more and more money, some turn to illegal actions such as fraudulent billing. As a result, they lose their license and… Read More »

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Psychiatrist’s License Suspended for Keying Stranger’s Car

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Psychiatrists understand that they need to act in a professional manner when dealing with patients. They cannot act in an unethical manner, such as engage in sexual conduct or be dishonest with the patient. But what if a psychiatrist engages in inappropriate behavior outside of a professional setting? Can this affect his or her… Read More »

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Code of Ethics and Disciplinary Actions in the Psychology Field

By David P. Rankin, P.A. |

Psychologists are licensed professionals who study human behavior and help people understand their behavior. Many Americans have seen psychologists or therapists to help them deal with addiction, depression and other mental problems. Psychologists typically need a doctorate degree and be able to pass an exam before becoming licensed to practice. Psychologists have various rules,… Read More »