Can someone with a history of violence become a therapist?
February 202010
My friend has a record for domestic violence over 10yrs old and was sentenced to 52 weeks of anger management. After completing the therapy he has since made significant changes in his life. Graduating college, having children, working, marrying etc. He wants to give back by helping people with anger problems but i don’t think they will allow an ex offender to give people therapy. He says he wants to pursue a MFT license. Am i wrong in thinking the board will never let that happen
Yes, you are wrong. With a record of improvement, the proper courses completed, and the passing of the board examinations, your friend may become a therapist. Then the very first time he beats his new wife, his license will be revoked faster than a hungry cheetah chasing down a rabbit.
What sort of a science or organization can profess to cure people by talking and counseling and then deny that someone is cured. That makes no sense at all. But it does make sense to watch someone who professes to be cured closely. Those with previous records are the most likely to offend again.
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