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32 ME Rev Stat § 3811 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3811. Definition of practice of psychology

 §3811. Definition of practice of psychology Two levels of psychological practice are defined for the purpose of this chapter. Such levels shall be known and referred to as "psychological examiner" and "psychologist".   [PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW).]1.  Psychological examiner.  A person practices as a "psychological examiner" within the meaning of this chapter when he holds himself out to be a psychological examiner, or renders to individuals or to the public for remuneration services involving the application of recognized principles, methods and procedures of the science and profession of psychology, but limited to interviewing or administering and interpreting tests of mental abilities, aptitudes, interests and personality characteristics, for such purposes as psychological evaluation or for educational or vocational selection, guidance or placement. A psychological examiner may provide intervention, such as consultation, behavior management or social skills training under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or as otherwise provided in law or rules issued in accordance with this chapter. A psychological examiner may not provide psychotherapy services under any circumstances. The State Board of Examiners of Psychologists shall establish rules for supervision of psychological examiners for intervention services.   [PL 1985, c. 481, Pt. A, §55 (AMD).] 2.  Psychologist.  A person practices as a "psychologist" within the meaning of this chapter when he holds himself out to be a psychologist, or renders to individuals or to the public for remuneration any service involving the application of recognized principles, methods and procedures of the science and profession of psychology. Services which may be provided by psychologists include diagnosing, assessing and treating mental, emotional and psychological illness, disorders, problems and concerns and evaluation and treatment of vocational, social, educational, behavioral, intellectual and learning and cognitive disorders. These functions are performed through recognized psychological techniques such as, but not limited to, psychological testing, psychological interviews, psychological assessments, psychotherapy, personality counseling, behavior modification, cognitive therapies, learning therapies, biofeedback, hypnotherapy and psychological consultation to individuals and organizations.   [PL 1985, c. 481, Pt. A, §55 (AMD).] 3.  Limitation.  Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as permitting the practice of medicine as defined in section 3270 by psychological examiners or psychologists.   [PL 1977, c. 564, §124 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 564, §124 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 481, §A55 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3811-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3811-A. Definitions

 §3811-A. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §1 (NEW).]1.  Board.  "Board" means the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Mental illness.  "Mental illness" means a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern that occurs in an individual and that is typically associated with either a painful symptom or impairment in one or more important areas of functioning.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 481, §A56 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §1 (RPR).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3812 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3812. Unlicensed practice; exemptions

 §3812. Unlicensed practice; exemptions An individual or organization may not profess to be or be presented to the public by any title incorporating the name "psychological," "psychologist" or "psychology," other than those so licensed by this chapter, except that any psychological scientist employed by a recognized research laboratory, college, university or state or federal agency may use the title conferred upon the scientist by the administration of such or equivalent laboratory, college, university or state or federal agency. Nothing in this section may be construed as permitting such persons to offer their service to any other persons or organizations as consultants or to accept remuneration for any psychological services other than that of their institutional salaries unless they have been licensed under this chapter. Visiting lecturers from recognized laboratories, colleges or universities are exempt from this section and may utilize their academic research title when presenting lectures to similar institutions or organizations. Students of psychology, psychological interns and other persons preparing for the profession of psychological examiner or psychologist under qualified supervision in recognized training institutions or facilities may be designated by such titles as "psychological intern", "psychological trainee" or others clearly indicating such training status.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §2 (AMD).]The use of occasional services of qualified consultant psychologists from another state or jurisdiction or the use of the services of organizations from another state or jurisdiction employing qualified psychologists does not constitute the unlawful practice of psychology.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §2 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §2 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3812-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3812-A. Delegation authorized

 §3812-A. Delegation authorized 1.  Delegation authorized.  This chapter may not be construed to prohibit a psychologist from delegating to an individual the administration and observation of tests and certain activities relating to the practice of psychology, as long as those activities are under the supervision and control of the psychologist. "Supervision and control" may not be construed to require the personal presence of the supervising and controlling psychologist at the place where those activities take place, unless a physical presence is necessary to provide patient care of the same quality as provided by the psychologist. The board may adopt rules identifying delegated activities and appropriate levels of supervision in the practice setting. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined by Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A. The activities delegated by a psychologist under this subsection may not include the interpretation of test results and diagnosing and treating mental, emotional and psychological illnesses and disorders.   [PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §11 (NEW).] 2.  Responsibility.  A psychologist who delegates activities as described in subsection 1 to an individual is legally and ethically responsible for all of the professional activities of that individual, and the individual in this relationship is considered the psychologist's agent. This subsection may not be construed to apply to an individual acting under a separate license accepted by the State to render services independently.   [PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §11 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §11 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3813 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3813. Limitations

 §3813. Limitations Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the professional pursuits of teachers and counselors in recognized public and private schools. Students of psychology, psychological interns and other persons preparing for the profession of psychological examiner or psychologist may perform as a part of their training the functions specified in section 3811, but only under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. No industrial or business firm or corporation may sell or offer to the public or to other firms or corporations for remuneration any psychological services as specified in section 3811, unless such services are performed or supervised by individuals duly and appropriately licensed under this chapter as "psychologist".   [PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3814 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3814. Penalties for unlicensed practice (WHOLE SECTION TEXT EFFECTIVE UNTIL 7/01/22)

 §3814. Penalties for unlicensed practice (CONTAINS TEXT WITH VARYING EFFECTIVE DATES)(WHOLE SECTION TEXT EFFECTIVE UNTIL 7/01/22)Persons who hold themselves out to the public as psychologists or psychological examiners or engage in psychological practice as defined in this chapter and do not then possess in full force valid licenses to practice as psychological examiners or psychologists under this chapter are subject to the provisions of Title 10, section 8003‑C.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §3 (AMD).]  SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §146 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §3 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3814 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3814. Penalties for unlicensed practice (WHOLE SECTION TEXT EFFECTIVE 7/01/22)

 §3814. Penalties for unlicensed practice (CONTAINS TEXT WITH VARYING EFFECTIVE DATES)(WHOLE SECTION TEXT EFFECTIVE 7/01/22)Persons who hold themselves out to the public as psychologists or psychological examiners or engage in psychological practice as defined in this chapter and do not then possess in full force valid licenses to practice as psychological examiners or psychologists under this chapter are subject to the provisions of Title 10, section 8003‑C. A person who engages in the practice of a psychological examiner or psychologist without a license under this chapter has engaged in an unfair trade practice in violation of Title 5, chapter 10.   [PL 2021, c. 233, §1 (AMD); PL 2021, c. 233, §6 (AFF).]  SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §146 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §3 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 233, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 233, §6 (AFF).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3815 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3815. Privileged communications (REPEALED)

 §3815. Privileged communications (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 564, §125 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3816 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3816. Code of ethics

 §3816. Code of ethics The board shall adopt rules establishing a code of ethics in keeping with those standards established by the American Psychological Association or its successor or other organization approved by the board to govern appropriate practices or behavior as referred to in this chapter.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §4 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §147 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §4 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3817 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3817. Services to minors for substance use

 §3817. Services to minors for substance use Any person licensed under this chapter who renders psychological services to a minor for problems associated with substance use is under no obligation to obtain the consent of the minor's parent or guardian or to inform the parent or guardian of such services. Nothing in this section may be construed so as to prohibit the licensed person rendering such services from informing the parent or guardian. For purposes of this section, "substance use" means the use of drugs or alcohol solely for their stimulant, depressant or hallucinogenic effect upon the higher functions of the central nervous system and not as a therapeutic agent recommended by a practitioner in the course of medical treatment.   [PL 2017, c. 407, Pt. A, §129 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1971, c. 237, §4 (NEW). PL 1973, c. 145, §4 (RPR). PL 1979, c. 96, §4 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 407, Pt. A, §129 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3817-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3817-A. Services to minors with consent of a parent or guardian

 §3817-A. Services to minors with consent of a parent or guardian A person licensed under this chapter who practices clinical psychology and who renders services under this chapter to a minor with the consent of one of the minor's parents or the minor's guardian is under no obligation to obtain the consent of any other parent or guardian of the minor. Nothing in this section may be construed so as to prohibit the licensed person rendering the services from informing another parent or guardian of the services.   [PL 2021, c. 302, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 302, §1 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3818 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3818. Reports (REPEALED)

 §3818. Reports (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 767, §43 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §5 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3819 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3819. Review committee immunity

 §3819. Review committee immunity Any member of a peer review committee of a state association composed of psychologists licensed under this chapter, any staff member of such an association assisting a peer review committee and any witness or consultant appearing before or presenting information to the peer review committee is immune from civil liability for, without malice, undertaking or failing to undertake any act within the scope of the function of the committee.   [PL 1987, c. 646, §13 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 646, §13 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3820 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS|32 §3820. Duty to warn and protect

 §3820. Duty to warn and protect 1.  Duty.  A licensee under this chapter has a duty to warn of or to take reasonable precautions to provide protection from a patient's violent behavior if the licensee has a reasonable belief based on communications with the patient that the patient is likely to engage in physical violence that poses a serious risk of harm to self or others. The duty imposed under this subsection may not be interpreted to require the licensee to take any action that in the reasonable professional judgment of the licensee would endanger the licensee or increase the threat of danger to a potential victim.   [PL 2019, c. 317, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Discharge of duty.  A licensee subject to a duty to warn or provide protection under subsection 1 may discharge that duty if the licensee makes reasonable efforts to communicate the threat to a potential victim, notifies a law enforcement agency or seeks involuntary hospitalization of the patient under Title 34‑B, chapter 3, subchapter 4, article 3.   [PL 2019, c. 317, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Immunity.  No monetary liability and no cause of action may arise concerning patient privacy or confidentiality against a person licensed under this chapter for information disclosed to 3rd parties in an effort to discharge a duty under subsection 2.   [PL 2019, c. 317, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2019, c. 317, §3 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3821 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS|32 §3821. Membership; terms; vacancies

 §3821. Membership; terms; vacancies The State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, as established by Title 5, section 12004‑A, subsection 34,consists of 9 members who are appointed by the Governor to serve a term of 3 years. Two members of the board must be public members as defined in Title 5, section 12004‑A. Seven members of the board must be licensed psychologists or psychological examiners and insofar as possible be representative of the field of psychology. Appointments of members must comply with Title 10, section 8009. Before the filling of any vacancies of professional or public members, the Governor may solicit recommendations. A board member may be removed by the Governor for cause.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §6 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 575, §43 (RPR). PL 1981, c. 501, §§66,67 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §148 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 812, §233 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 481, §A57 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 503, §B142 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A249 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §6 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3821-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS|32 §3821-A. Consultant

 §3821-A. Consultant The board may contract with a psychologist or psychologists or other qualified individual or individuals familiar with the board's purpose and operation who are available as needed to respond to inquiries from applicants for licensure, primarily inquiries regarding the component of the licensure process dealing with credentials review. The contractor shall advise, consult and assist the board with the credentials review process, as well as other matters as needed.   [PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 395, §A173 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 386, §M1 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3822 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS|32 §3822. Meetings; chair

 §3822. Meetings; chair The board shall meet at least once a year to conduct its business and to elect a chair. Additional meetings must be held as necessary to conduct the business of the board and may be convened at the call of the chair or a majority of the board members.   [PL 2013, c. 246, Pt. B, §12 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 575, §44 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 767, §44 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §149 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 812, §234 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 481, §A58 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §7 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 246, Pt. B, §12 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3823 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS|32 §3823. Grants

 §3823. Grants The board may accept grants from foundations or institutions. These grants must be deposited in the State Treasury to the credit of the board.   [PL 1995, c. 397, §60 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §150 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 389, §21 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 397, §60 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3824 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS|32 §3824. Powers and duties

 §3824. Powers and duties The board shall have the following powers and duties, in addition to those otherwise set forth in this chapter.   [PL 1983, c. 413, §151 (NEW).]1.  Licenses.  The board shall evaluate the qualifications of applicants for licensure under this chapter.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §8 (AMD).] 2.  Rules.  The board may, in accordance with procedures established by Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2, adopt such rules as may be reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties and the administration of this chapter.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §8 (AMD).] 3.  Hearings.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §8 (RP).] 4.  Assistants; contracts.   [PL 1995, c. 397, §61 (RP).] 5.  Temporary licensure.  The board shall adopt rules for the granting of a temporary license to enable psychologists to practice in this State under supervision pending such examination as the board may require. An applicant who possesses at least 1,500 hours of postdoctoral experience and fulfills all the requirements for licensure, with the exception of any required examination, may apply to the board for a temporary license. Upon receiving a completed application and fee as set under section 3833‑A, the board shall issue a temporary license that entitles the applicant to practice as a psychologist or psychological examiner under supervision while completing the requirements for permanent licensure. The temporary license is effective for one year.   [PL 2009, c. 415, Pt. A, §18 (RPR).] 6.  Continuing education.  The board shall establish in rules requirements for continuing education. The board shall require the applicant for license renewal to present evidence of the applicant's satisfactory completion of continuing professional education in accordance with rules adopted by the board.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §8 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 413, §151 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §46 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 481, §§A59,60 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 144, §1 (AMD). RR 1993, c. 1, §88 (COR). PL 1995, c. 397, §61 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 10, §1 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. Q, §8 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 415, Pt. A, §18 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3832 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 3: LICENSURE|32 §3832. Examination

 §3832. Examination Examination of applicants for a license to practice psychology or as psychological examiner shall be made by the Board of Examiners of Psychologists at least once a year according to methods and in such subject fields as may be deemed by the board to be the most practical and expeditious to test the applicant's qualifications. The examinations shall include the basic psychological sciences. The board shall require the examinations to be written or oral, or both, provided that in any written examination each applicant shall be designated by a number instead of his name so that his identity shall not be disclosed to the members of the board until the examination papers have been graded.   [PL 1983, c. 468, §23 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 468, §23 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3833 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 3: LICENSURE|32 §3833. Application and examination fees

 §3833. Application and examination fees An application fee under section 3833‑A and an examination fee may be established by the director under section 3833‑A. No part of these fees is returnable under any circumstances other than failure of the board to hold examinations at the time originally announced. The examination fee only may be returned at the option of the candidate if the examination is not held at the time originally announced.   [PL 2001, c. 323, §23 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1967, c. 544, §82 (NEW). PL 1973, c. 220, §1 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 186 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 189, §1 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §153 (RPR). PL 1999, c. 386, §M2 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 323, §23 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 3833-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 56: PSYCHOLOGISTS|Subchapter 3: LICENSURE|32 §3833-A. Fees

 §3833-A. Fees The Director of the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation within the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation may establish by rule fees for purposes authorized under this chapter in amounts that are reasonable for their respective purposes, except that the fee for any one purpose may not exceed $500 biennially. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A.   [PL 2001, c. 323, §24 (NEW); PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 323, §24 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).