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Sexual Relationships Between Patients and Their Counselors, Psychologists, and Therapists

September 13, 2023Professional License Defense

Sexual Relationships Between Patients and their Counselors, Psychologists, and Therapists

As a psychologist, marriage and family therapist, or professional counselor, you use your education, knowledge, and experience to assist your clients to the best of your ability. However, as one of these licensed professionals in Texas, you also must follow all professional and ethical standards that apply to your practice. As a result, if you are accused of developing a sexual relationship with a patient, your license may be at risk. In this situation, you...

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September 09, 2023Professional License Defense

What Happens if I Do Not Comply With My Licensing Board Order?

Disciplinary sanctions can vary widely according to the rules and laws that govern your professional license. As a result, you can face a range of sanctions if your licensing board finds that you have violated a rule or law. However, in many cases, absent a complete revocation of your professional license, your licensing board will issue an order outlining your sanctions, including various steps that you must complete to keep your license and continue working...

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September 06, 2023Professional License Defense

What are the Standard Disciplinary Sanctions Established by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council?

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) is a state agency that the Texas legislature created in 2019 to license and oversee some professions related to behavioral health. The Council consists of the following licensing boards: Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors  Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners All complaints concerning professionals that each of...

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September 04, 2023Professional License Defense

What is a Texas Licensing Agency and What Does It Do?

After you have spent considerable time completing your coursework, studying, and passing your licensing exam or certification test, obtaining your professional or occupational license is a major milestone. However, even after achieving your career goals, you still must follow all the rules and laws that govern your chosen field of work. Violations of those rules or laws can lead to licensing board or agency investigations and disciplinary action against your license.  Any disciplinary complaint alleging...

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What is Role of an Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and How Are They Regulated by the Texas Board of Nursing?

July 03, 2023Professional License Defense

What is Role of an Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and How Are They Regulated by the Texas Board of Nursing?

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses and regulates all types of nurses in Texas, including Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). Nurses can face disciplinary proceedings concerning their licenses if BON receives complaints against them and finds that they have violated the rules or laws that apply to them. Since the repercussions of these proceedings can be severe, contacting an experienced Texas nursing license defense lawyer should be your first step if you receive notice...

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June 09, 2023Professional License Defense

Handling Complaints Against Instructors and Program Providers of Offender Education Programs

You have worked hard to earn your license as an offender education instructor and/or program provider in Texas. However, a complaint against you could threaten the career that you have worked so hard to build. You have too much at stake to try and handle a complaint and potential disciplinary action on your own. Instead, call an experienced offender education programs license defense lawyer to protect your rights, your license, and your reputation. By getting...

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June 07, 2023Professional License Defense

What is a Proposal for Decision?

Professionals are subject to the laws and rules governing their respective professions. Complaints from clients, patients, or other professionals may lead to disciplinary action against your professional license. In some cases, disciplinary proceedings may lead to an administrative hearing at the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). After a hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ) at SOAH, the ALJ may issue a Proposal for Decision (PFD) in your case. Having a professional license defense...

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June 04, 2023Professional License Defense

What are the Changes Ahead for the Barber and Cosmetology Licensing Program?

As a licensed barber or cosmetologist, you must follow all the rules and laws that apply to your profession. A complaint against your license can result in disciplinary proceedings against you, which can lead to negative repercussions for your license and your career. Therefore, if you find yourself in this situation, you should take steps to protect your license by enlisting the help of an experienced barber and cosmetologist license defense lawyer. The Texas Department...

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June 03, 2023Professional License Defense

What is the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations’ Complaint Process Against Massage Therapists?

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licenses and regulates massage therapists. These professionals can face disciplinary proceedings concerning their licenses if TDLR receives complaints against them and finds that they have violated the rules or laws that apply to them. Since the repercussions of these proceedings can be severe, contacting an experienced Texas massage therapist license defense lawyer should be your first step if you receive notice of a complaint against you.  The...

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June 02, 2023Professional License Defense

How can a Felony Conviction Affect a Professional License?

A felony criminal charge or conviction can result in you losing your professional license or, at the very least, facing disciplinary action against you by your licensing board or agency. An experienced professional license defense lawyer can represent your interests in any disciplinary proceedings resulting from a criminal conviction. We can explain your options and work to achieve a reasonable settlement with the licensing board.  Each Texas licensing board or agency has separate rules concerning...

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