A B.C. psychologist has been ordered to complete remedial education and practice reviews following an investigation into a patient complaint. The College of Health and Care Professionals of B.C. assessed allegations outlined in a September 2021 complaint against Jack Young, and found there were reasonable grounds to believe he lacked competence and had engaged in misconduct. “In particular, the panel had reasonable grounds to believe that the respondent had failed to provide evidence-based treatment to the patient,” reads an order published online earlier this month. “The panel also had reasonable grounds to believe that the respondent had assigned the patient’s care to therapists who were not competent to treat their condition.” As a result, the college’s deputy registrar has issued an order requiring Young to complete two remedial activities within four months of the order, and at his own expense. Under the order, Young must meet with another licensee appointed by the college to review the complaint and improve areas of practice, including evidence-based treatment, informed consent, client communication, record management and the supervision of other clinicians. In addition, Young must ensure his clients understand the distinction between the psychological and non-psychological services he offers, and he must not use his professional title or psychology business name when providing non-psychological services.
