Court Ordered Counseling Concerns

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If you feel your court-ordered counselor in Ohio is abusing their power, you can document your experiences, consult an attorney, and consider filing a complaint with the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Seek legal advice for personalized guidance.

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I have been required to do counseling due to court she keeps saying it’s for drug education it’s counseling but every session we haven’t talked about drugs or any classes no goals or nothing she is pressuring me making me say I have any problems and I don’t I have passed a drug test she hasn’t talked about anything she said I am taking these classes for - she is abusing her power very rude I told her I don’t have nothing to complain about and she says I will keep asking you questions and it’s the same questions she is abusing her power and causing me emotional stress
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide relevant legal information? It's essential to know your rights during court-ordered counseling.
Ohio
I'm sorry to hear about your experience, ****. In Ohio:
- Therapists must respect patient's rights and dignity.
- They are mandated to provide beneficial services within their capacity.
- If you feel your rights are violated, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board.
I want to sue
I understand, ****. To sue in Ohio, you may need to:
- Document your experiences as evidence.
- Consult with an attorney to explore your legal options.
- Consider filing a lawsuit in small claims or civil court.
Remember, it's important to seek legal advice specific to your situation.