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Board of Psychology argues limited access to psychotherapy records would harm investigations; therapists oppose proposed privilege exception
Summary
The Board of Psychology told the legislature it needs broader access to client records in some investigations — including child‑custody bias and alleged sexual misconduct — to pursue discipline, while professional associations urged keeping psychotherapist‑patient privilege intact and relying on subpoenas and court review.
The Board of Psychology asked legislative committees to consider a statutory change that would allow board investigators limited access to psychotherapy records in some investigations without the client’s consent, a proposal that drew sharp pushback from psychologists’ associations and some committee members.
Board President Dr. Leah Tate described internal improvements the board has made since its last sunset review — including fee adjustments, continuing professional development requirements and new inactive and retired statuses — and said the board sometimes cannot obtain necessary records for investigations because patients will not consent. She cited child‑custody…
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