Brady Oppenheim

Watch for warning signs, get assistance, and file a complaint if you have concerns Consumers: Professional therapy never includes sexual contact between a therapist and a client. UNETHICAL, ILLEGAL, AND HARMFUL Sexual contact of any kind between a therapist and a client is unethical and illegal in California. In addition,…

Trained, licensed, and committed to Californians’ health The next time you visit a health care provider you may see one of California’s nearly 14,000 physician assistants (P.A.). P.A.s provide high-quality health services to patients and to the community. These professionals are regulated by the Department of Consumer Affairs’ (DCA) Physician…

Learn the warning signs and what to do if you have concerns    You hear about a private college, postsecondary school, or trade school where you don’t have to read textbooks, submit homework assignments, or take exams, but you still get credits and graduate. Sounds like a slam dunk, right?…

One woman’s legacy lives on in California Taking place May 6 through 12, National Nurses Week is time to reflect upon the countless contributions of nursing professionals in the United States and California. May 12—the birthday of Florence Nightingale—is the keystone of the week’s national observation as well as annual…

Questions? Call DCA toll-free at (833) 498-2006 The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) and its boards and bureaus protect and serve California consumers through the licensure and regulation of licensees in diverse professions and occupations ranging from accountant to physician, security guard to contractor, cemetery manager to veterinarian, and more.…

5 steps to protect your pocketbook and your peace of mind Tax time or anytime, certified public accountants (CPA) are a valuable resource for more than just tax preparation. It’s becoming more common for individuals to engage with a CPA for a variety of services, such as consulting, investing, or…

Be aware of state regulations and check providers’ licenses According to the National Funeral Directors Association, 2015 was the year cremation officially became the top funeral choice of Americans. But before you choose this option for yourself or your loved one, the Department of Consumer Affairs’ (DCA) Cemetery and Funeral…

Use a licensed pro and beware of scammers It happens to all of us: You lock yourself out of your car or home, you lose your keys, or you need help opening an existing lock. That’s where locksmiths come in. But as with any profession, scammers exist. Unscrupulous technicians can…

Check practitioners’ licenses and know what they can—and can’t—do There are more than 12,000 licensed acupuncturists in California. But whether you’re visiting one of these professionals for the first time or just booking your next appointment, the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Acupuncture Board reminds consumers to be familiar with what…

Vital, licensed members of the veterinary health care team You may be familiar with doctors of veterinary medicine (DVM)—most commonly called veterinarians—but have you heard about registered veterinary technicians (RVT)? Numbering approximately 10,000 in California, RVTs are vital members of the veterinary health care team who are trained and licensed…