What kind of participation is the Licensee Assistance Program limited to?

The Licensee Assistance Program is designed specifically for voluntary participation. This means that individuals, such as physical therapists or physical therapist assistants, can choose to engage with the program based on their own free will rather than being forced to do so by an outside authority or through legal mandate.

The focus on voluntary participation encourages licensees to seek help for issues such as substance abuse or mental health challenges without fear of mandatory reporting or disciplinary actions, which might deter them from seeking assistance. This supportive approach acknowledges the importance of personal choice in the process of recovery and the healing journey, thereby fostering a more positive environment for rehabilitation within the profession.

By ensuring that participation is voluntary, the program can better serve the needs of the individuals seeking help, ultimately leading to improved outcomes both for the licensees involved and for the standards of care within the profession.