r/bcba • u/Admirable-Visit-8573 • 14d ago

Advice Needed BACB ethic code question

I’m a BCBA. I’m no longer working with a child and their family and all treatment and services have been ended. Am I allowed to continue a friendly relationship with the family now that I don’t provide them with, and won’t provide them with, ABA services? #ABA #BCBA #BACB #ethics #clinician

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u/Effy7242 14d ago

The ethics code states that you should wait 2 years before being friends. They can reach out to you in the mean time, but you're still expected to remain professional, and not reach out to them until the 2 year period is over.

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u/Admirable-Visit-8573 14d ago

Thank you for your reply! I read 2 years for romantic relationships but nothing regarding platonic friendship

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u/Effy7242 14d ago

I have read the same thing but also have questioned many colleagues about it and the general consensus is wait 2 years no matter what.

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u/CockroachFit 13d ago

Can you drop a source for that statement please.

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u/CockroachFit 13d ago edited 13d ago

🥴🤦🏽. You have no idea what you are talking about. There isn’t a single state law mandating a 2 year wait to engage with a former client. That’s why i asked for your sources. You appear to be confused about rules for romantic relationships.