| Psychologists' Association of Alberta (PAA) Professional Guidance Program |
Professional Liability Insurance Provider, Lawyer |
Trusted Colleague, Clinical Supervisor |
CAP’s Regulatory Navigation Department |
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For practice advice / “guidance,” please contact PAA’s Professional Guidance Program
You do not need to be a member of PAA to seek professional guidance from them
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For business, legal, ethical and regulatory advice, please contact your insurance provider who may provide you with access to legal counsel (e.g., BMS, McFarlan Rowlands) |
For supervision-related advice, please contact one of CAP's six Supervision Consultants (scoll to bottom of page).
A trust colleague or clinical supervisor may also be able to provide you with business, ethical and regulatory perspectives. It is important to consult broadly, thus it would be best to consult with individuals within and outside of your typical practice circles
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For questions about which CPA ethics codes, CAP practice standards, or specific laws/legislation may apply in a given situation, contact CAP.
CAP will only respond if you have consulted with a peer/colleague, supervisor, or Community of Practice Network prior to contacting CAP.
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| PAA’s program helps psychologists think through ethical dilemmas and consults with members and non-members about best clinical practices |
Liability insurance providers help psychologists mitigate risks and provide pro bono legal advice regarding, for example, privacy and confidentiality, conflicts of interest, third-party issues, subpoenas, and professional conduct |
Trusted colleagues and supervisors help psychologists eith ethical and practice issues. They also assist in the resolution of conflicts between registered provisional psychologists and supervisors. This valuable resource enhances and supports the supervision process. |
CAP's Regulatory Navigation Department helps psychologists locate regulatory resources (e.g., Legislation, Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists, Standards of Practice, Practice Guidelines) that govern the profession of psychology in Alberta.
Please visit CAP's Resources and Regulatory Information webpage.
CAP does not provide clinical advice of specific practice guidance/direction as it may place CAP in a position of conflict should a complaint be made. CAP cannot advise you regarding how to resolve ethical dilemmas.
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| PAA offers clinically focused tip sheets, on-demand workshops, podcasts, etc. |
Insurance providers offer many useful, clinically related services, not just liability coverage |
Trust colleagues and supervision consultants are excellent, "go-to" advisors regarding intentional, ethical, and effective clinical practice. |
CAP serves the interests of the public
***If this matter relates to an imminent risk tothe public, please call CAP's Regulatory Navigation or Complaints and Professional Conduct Department as soon as resonably possible. CAP does not respond to inquiries outside of regular business hours***
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