INFORMED CONSENT
SBK COUNSELLING
SHERYL DAVIS-KAHN, MA, RCC (BCACC MEMBERSHIP#2785)
Confidentiality
Sessions between the therapist and the client are confidential. Any notes taken by the therapist shall be kept confidential and secure by the therapist at all times and shall not be disclosed to anyone without any prior written consent by the client with exception to certain limitations by law such as:
- Abuse to a child, disabled, elderly, other people;
- Criminal Acts;
- Harm to self or other;
- Any other instance where the therapist has a duty or he or she has a firm belief that there is a necessity to disclose.
In case you have any questions regarding confidentiality, please discuss this with your therapist.
Limitations of Online Therapy
There are limitations to online therapy such as physical distance between client and therapist and inability of therapist to handle an emergency situation in person. In the event of an emergency the client is advised to seek help immediately and go to the nearest Emergency Department.
Informed Consent Form Download
Please sign and return to sheryldaviskahn@gmail.com
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