Confidentiality & Privacy Policy
The law protects the relationship between a client and a Psychologist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission.
Exceptions by law include:
- Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse, for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
- If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
- If a client intends to harm himself or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in ensuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me by law in order to ensure their safety.
- Any forms you complete for me and any notes I make about our therapy together are considered a part of your medical record, the confidentiality of which is protected by Federal Law (HIPAA).
I am happy to discuss with you the confidentiality and privacy issues of therapy and our relationship at any time.