Privacy Practices

Your privacy is very important to me. What we talk about in therapy stays between us, and I will not share information without your written permission. There are a few exceptions required by law. These requirements vary slightly by state  but all are designed to keep people safe.

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Confidentiality

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

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Exceptions include:

• Threat of harm to others: If a client makes a serious threat of physical violence against a specific person or group, I may need to notify law enforcement and/or warn the intended victim(s).

• Risk of self-harm: If a client intends to harm themselves, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in ensuring safety. If they do not cooperate, I may take further protective actions as permitted by law.

• Abuse or neglect: If there is suspected abuse or neglect of a child, dependent adult, elder, or vulnerable person, I am required by law to file a report with the appropriate protective services.

 

State-Specific Requirements

• When providing telehealth to clients, I follow the mandatory reporting laws of that state. Requirements generally include reporting suspected child abuse and often extend to elder abuse or abuse of vulnerable adults, though specific obligations may vary.