Could the company itself and not a specific psychologist?I also have a question regarding the custodian of files I have selected. Is it possible to list a corporation as a custodian of files for private practice clients? I am currently contracted with True North Psychological Services but had to choose a psychologist from the drop down menu to act as a custodian of files. All of my files (electronic and paper) are at the office there or on their electronic database. She and I have concerns about listing her as a custodian, particularly in the event that she leaves the practice. Is there a way to list True North as the custodian of files? I look forward to your response.

Yes. In a group practice, where psychologists are employees, not an owner or operator of the practice, it would generally be seen as the organization who is the custodian. In such a case, it would be more appropriate to state the organization’s name rather than an individual employee who may leave the practice. The reason NSRP seeks this information on the renewal form is really out of concern for psychologists who operate their own practice and so that we could find out who could be contacted in the event of their death or incapacity. In the case of a group practice we would direct former clients to contact the practice, not individuals in the practice.

Yes, and this would typically be the case where the psychologist is an employee or the organization. Under PHIA legislation, the operator of the organization could be custodian:(i) a regulated health professional or a person who operates a group practice of regulated health professionals,