Confidentiality & Privacy Policy

The law protects the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission.

Exceptions include:

• Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse. I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
• If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person, 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. However, with or without the client's expressed permission, I am required by law to take whatever measures are necessary to keep them safe.