CPBAO 2023

The College of Psychologists of Ontario sought to withdraw all allegations against the respondent set out in a Notice of Hearing.

The parties agreed to resolve the proceedings on the basis of an undertaking executed by the respondent, in which he agreed to resign from the College and never re-apply for registration or provide psychological services in any jurisdiction.

The Discipline Committee granted the request to withdraw the allegations, finding it to be in the public interest and protective of the public given the respondent's permanent resignation.

The College of Psychologists of Ontario brought professional misconduct allegations against a member, including sexual abuse, abuse, and sexual harassment of a patient.

The member pled no contest and an Agreed Statement of Uncontested Facts was filed.

The Discipline Committee found that the member engaged in professional misconduct by kissing, inappropriately touching, and consuming alcohol with a patient, as well as engaging in overly personal communications.

The Committee accepted a joint submission on penalty, ordering a reprimand, an indefinite suspension until the member provides an undertaking to resign and never reapply, and costs.