How can I defend myself against a faulty therapy provided by a psychotherapist?
June 19, 2022 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Laura Vollmann
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you because I urgently need help to defend myself against a faulty therapy by a psychotherapist. Several months ago, I started therapy with a psychotherapist because I was suffering from severe depression and anxiety. I trusted him completely and hoped for improvement.
However, as the therapy progressed, it became apparent that the therapist made incorrect diagnoses and prescribed me medication that worsened my symptoms instead of improving them. Additionally, he used questionable treatment methods that harmed me rather than helped me.
I am deeply concerned about the effects of this faulty therapy on my mental health and now wonder how I can defend myself against it. Can I take legal action against the therapist? What options do I have to claim damages and ensure that the therapist does not endanger any more patients?
I would be very grateful if you could provide me with legal advice in this difficult situation. I want to defend myself against the faulty therapy of the psychotherapist and ensure that something like this does not happen again.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Ludwig Völker
Dear Mr. Völker,
I thank you for your trust and for reaching out to me. I am sorry to hear that you have suffered from a therapist's faulty treatment. It is important that you defend yourself against such unprofessional behavior and ensure that the therapist does not endanger any more patients.
In your case, there are various legal steps you can take against the therapist. First, you should gather all documents and information that prove the therapist made incorrect diagnoses and prescribed harmful treatments to you. These documents are crucial to support your claims.
You can then file a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority for psychotherapists. They will investigate the case and may take actions against the therapist to prevent further harm. Additionally, you can file a civil lawsuit against the therapist to claim compensation for the damages you have suffered.
In such a process, you must prove that the therapist breached their duty of care and caused damages. It is important that you seek support from an experienced medical law attorney to successfully enforce your claims.
Furthermore, it is important that you take care of your own mental health. Seek out a new therapist whom you trust and who can offer you professional help. It is crucial that you do not let the negative experiences with the previous therapist discourage you.
I am here to assist you in discussing your legal options and supporting you in enforcing your claims. Please do not hesitate to contact me so that we can find a solution to your issue together.
Best regards,
Laura Vollmann
