Law & Ethics: Adapting to the New Realities of Mental Health Practice presented by Ben Caldwell, PsyD. The coronavirus pandemic changed a great deal about how we think and work. Some emergency provisions around telehealth have been made permanent. Demand for mental health services has increased dramatically. And many clinicians are on the edge of burnout. In this presentation, we will review recent and planned changes to California and federal law for master’s-level mental health professionals. Rules have changed significantly in the past two years, from new rules for Good Faith Estimates and Emotional Support Animal letters to major changes in supervision rules. Additional meaningful changes around technology and continuing education are on the horizon. Clinicians who are fully aware of, and adapt to, these changes can reduce risk to their practices, their clients, and their supervisees. We’ll also talk about the impact of increased workloads and changed client expectations on the realities of day-to-day practice. We’ll examine some of the most common causes for BBS disciplinary actions, including some recent cases that may surprise you. And we’ll debate current ethical questions in the field, including the roles of self-disclosure and self-care in clinical practice. You’ll come away with a better understanding of the rules that govern modern mental health care in California – and how you can adapt your practice to a rapidly-changing professional environment.