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How Psychologists Must Respond to Record and/or Testimony Requests
Have you ever subpoenaed a therapist or evaluator for their records or testimony, only to be told ‘no’ and been left frustrated? Ever find yourself arguing with a psychologist to try to tell them why they must release their records or appear for testimony despite their refusal? This article will explain the point of view of the psychologist, who must follow any related HIPAA rules, the APA Ethics Code, and the ethical and best practice guidelines of their state licensing board. Understanding this in more depth can help attorneys frame their requests in a way that they are able to get what they need for their case. Notably, psychologists who work in forensics, and especially those who are involved with family court cases, receive the most board complaints, so they approach requests for records and testimony with caution; we include herein a direct communication from the NC Psychology Board to illuminate this issue for you.
Lepage Associates
Solution-Based Psychological  and Psychiatric Services
SERVING THE TRIANGLE FOR OVER 15 YEARS!
Three convenient locations in
S. Durham/RTP - Chapel Hill - Raleigh
  
919-572-0000
 
 
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