SECTION 353.201. Standard of Care

(a) Providers shall:

(1) provide adequate and appropriate services consistent with best practices and industry standards;

(2) maintain objectivity;

(3) respect each client's dignity, protect each client's rights, and act with integrity in providing services;

(4) ensure the treatment services, lectures, and written materials are age-appropriate and easily understood by clients; and

(5) involve the client's parent/guardian or an alternate support system in the treatment process or document why this is not possible or appropriate.

(b) Providers shall not engage in any action that may cause physical, emotional, or other harm to a client.

Source Note: The provisions of this §353.201 adopted to be effective October 1, 2021, 46 TexReg 6407