Confidentiality
The law protects the confidentiality of communication between a client and a marriage and family therapist. However, exceptions to confidentiality do apply in the following situations:
1. Suspected child, elder or dependent adult abuse. This would require a mandated report to appropriate agencies.
2. Threat of bodily harm to another person/s. This would involve notifying the intended party/s and the appropriate authorities.
3. A subpoena request issued by a judge. This would lead to providing requested records to the court.
In addition, if you have intend to harm yourself, I will make an effort to enlist your cooperation via lease restrictive measures prior to taking more restrictive measures to insure your safety.
Process
Therapy is a process that allows one to explore the self and one's interpersonal relationships.
The client-therapist relationship is unique in that it allows one to explore issues and concerns in a safe environment. In the process of therapy, there can sometimes be unpleasant feelings and there is no guarantee of specific results from the process.
It can take several sessions to determine a good fit between client and therapist. If at anytime either the client or therapist feel the therapeutic relationship is not a good fit, several referrals will be provided to other professionals that may be a better fit.
Rates
Initial Assessment for Individuals 120
Regular Rate for Individuals 100
Initial Assessment for Couples and Families 140
Regular Rate for Couples and Families 120
Sliding Scale Based on Need and Availability
PPO Health Insurance Statement Provided
Sessions
Therapy sessions are 50 minutes and is typically once per week or once every two weeks depending on your needs. Regular visits provide the initial framework for the therapeutic process to move forward. Cancellations or missed appointments that cannot be re-scheduled in the same week will be billed at the full rate. You will be provided a free pass once per quarter, in the case of an emergency or when you cannot re-schedule within the same week.
Social Media
To protect the client and therapist confidentiality and to maintain the therapeutic boundary, friend requests will not be accepted on social media platforms.You may be able to view content on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest or Twitter. However, you will not be prevented nor solicited from following or liking posts at these sites.
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