Privacy and Policy

 

 

The law protects the relationship between client and therapist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission. Confidentiality is respected at all times except under the following conditions:

 

Duty To Warn: If a client reports an intention to harm /him/herself or others

 

• Abuse of Children and Vulnerable Adults: If a client reports or suggests that a child or vulnerable adult is being or has recently been abused, or it is suspected he/she may be abused, or is in danger of being abused

 

• Prenatal Exposure to Controlled Substances: If a client admits prenatal exposure to controlled substances that are potentially harmful

 

• Minors/Guardianship: If a parent or legal guardian of a non-emancipated minor client requests access to client’s records

 

• Court Order: If I am required to provide records or information by a court order