California Board of Psychology Seeks License Revocation for Psychologist's Misconduct

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Filed December 15th, 2025

Detected March 20th, 2026

Summary

The California Board of Psychology is seeking to revoke the license of R. Guy Lewis, Ph. D., for alleged sexual misconduct, exploitation, and gross negligence during patient treatment between October 2020 and October 2023. Lewis will also be ordered to pay investigation and enforcement costs.

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What changed

The California Board of Psychology has initiated proceedings to revoke or suspend the license of R. Guy Lewis, Ph. D. (#14784) of Los Angeles. The Accusation filed by the Board alleges sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of patients, manipulative and exploitative relationships, violations of ethical standards, gross and repeated negligence, and general unprofessional conduct. Specifically, Lewis is accused of engaging in unwanted and predatory sexual contact with multiple patients during treatment and showing graphic images of male genitalia to at least one patient between October 2020 and October 2023.

This action requires immediate attention from compliance officers overseeing healthcare providers or professional licensing. While this is an enforcement action against an individual, it serves as a strong reminder of the critical importance of adhering to ethical standards and professional conduct. Lewis will be ordered to pay the costs of the investigation and enforcement. Consumers are reminded that professional therapy never includes sexual behavior, and they are encouraged to file complaints if they experience misconduct.

What to do next

Review internal policies and training related to patient conduct and ethical standards for licensed professionals.
Ensure all patient treatment records are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Reinforce reporting mechanisms for patient concerns and complaints.

Penalties

License revocation or surrender; payment of investigation and enforcement costs.

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BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY • GAVIN NEWSOM, GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS • CALIFORNIA BOARD OF PSYCHOLOGY 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-215, Sacramento, CA 95834 P (916) 574-7720 | Toll-Free (866) 503-3221 | www.psychology.ca.gov NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2025 Contact: Office of Public Affairs media@dca.ca.gov BOARD SEEKS TO REVOKE OR SUSPEND LICENSE OF LOS ANGELES PSYCHOLOGIST Licensee Allegedly Engaged in Predatory Sexual Conduct During Treatment SACRAMENTO – The California Board of Psychology (Board) is seeking the surrender or revocation of the license of R. Guy Lewis, Ph. D., #14784, of Los Angeles, for alleged sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, and sexual exploitation of patients, engaging in a manipulative and exploitative relationship with patients, violations of ethical standards, gross and repeated negligence, and general unprofessional conduct. According to the Accusation filed by the Board, as a psychologist who provided care to multiple patients who filed complaints against him between October 2020 and October 2023, Lewis allegedly made unwanted and predatory sexual contact with multiple patients during treatment and showed graphic images of male genitalia to at least one. The Accusation is available on Lewis’ licensing detail page. In addition to the Board’s attempt for the surrender or revocation of his license at a future hearing, Lewis will be ordered to pay the costs of the investigation and enforcement of the case.

Board Seeks To Revoke Or Suspend License Of Los Angeles Psychologist The Board reminds consumers that professional therapy never includes sexual behavior. More information is available online. For information on how to file a complaint or for information about the Board of Psychology, visit www.psychology.ca.gov. # # # ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA BOARD OF PSYCHOLOGY: The Board of Psychology’s mission is to advance quality psychological services for Californians by ensuring ethical and legal practice and supporting the evolution of the profession. For information on how to file a complaint, or for information about the Board of Psychology, visit us at www.psychology.ca.gov # # #