Unlicensed Provider (SB 577)

We represent non-licensed practitioners of the healing arts, including individuals practicing:

• Aromatherapy
• Ayurvedic Medicine
• Energy Healing
• Homeopathy
• Naturopathy (in some states)
• Nutrition and Nutritional Counseling
• Reiki
• Spiritual Counseling

We also counsel clients on related practices, such as those involving:

• Functional Medicine
• HCG for Weight Loss
• Live Blood Cell Analysis
• Emerging Therapies

Some states provide leeway for non-licensed practitioners under a state “medical freedom” act. For example, California has “SB 577,” which has now been incorporated into the Business & Professions Code. Other states have stricter laws, leaving non-licensed practitioners vulnerable to investigation and discipline by professional regulatory boards, including:

• Board of Nutrition & Dietetics
• Board of Medicine
• Board of Psychology

We advise clients both pro-actively, to help structure their practices, and represent clients under investigation by Boards.

Helpful Links

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Federal court case involving unlicensed health care practice

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Psychologists, Counselors, and Mind-Body Professionals

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Unlicensed health care provider statute interpreted in RI

Unlicensed practice of medicine – advice on nutrition and diet