Common use of Risks and Benefits of Therapy Clause in Contracts

Risks and Benefits of Therapy. Psychotherapy is a process in which the therapist and patient discuss a variety of issues, events, experiences and memories so patient can experience their life more fully. It provides an opportunity to better and more deeply understand oneself, as well as any problems or difficulties patient may be currently experiencing. Psychotherapy is a joint effort between patient and therapist. Progress and success may vary depending upon the particular problems or issues being addressed, as well as many other factors. Participating in therapy may result in a number of benefits to patient, including, but not limited to, reduce stress and anxiety, a decrease in negative thoughts and self-sabotaging behaviors, improved interpersonal relationships, increase comfort in social, work, and family settings, increased capacity for intimacy, and increased self-confidence. Participating in therapy may also involve some discomfort, including remembering and discussing feelings and experiences. The process may evoke strong feelings of sadness, anger, fear, etc. There may be times in which the therapist will challenge patient’s perceptions and assumptions and offer different perspectives. The issues presented by patients may result in unintended outcomes, including changes in personal relationships. Patient should be aware that any decision on the status of his/her personal relationships is the responsibility of the patient. There are no guarantees about what you will experience, or when or how fast you will feel that your life has improved. Please initial hear that you have read and understand page 1: _________________ Confidentiality The information disclosed by patient confidential and will not be released to any third party without written authorization from patient, except where required or permitted by law. Exceptions to confidentiality, include, but are not limited to, reporting child abuse, elder abuse and dependent adult abuse, when a patient makes a serious threat of violence toward a reasonably identifiable victim, or when the patient is dangerous to him/herself or the person or property of another. In certain legal situations, such as a child custody case or when your emotional condition is an issue, the judge may order me to testify. In the event that an account with me goes unpaid it is legal for me to disclose your name, dates of session and amount due to a collection agency or small claims court as necessary. When working with couples, I may ask all parties to sign a release of information so that I may share relevant information and give important feedback to all those participating in treatment. In a situation where one partner requests that I release information about the other partner, it is my policy not to release any information unless all partners sign an authorization allowing me to do so.

Risks and Benefits of Therapy. Psychotherapy is a process in which the therapist and patient discuss a variety of issues, events, experiences and memories so patient can experience their life more fully. It provides an opportunity to better and more deeply understand oneself, as well as any problems or difficulties patient may be currently experiencing. Psychotherapy is a joint effort between patient and therapist. Progress and success may vary depending upon the particular problems or issues being addressed, as well as many other factors. Participating in therapy may result in a number of benefits to patient, including, but not limited to, reduce stress and anxiety, a decrease in negative thoughts and self-sabotaging behaviors, improved interpersonal relationships, increase comfort in social, work, and family settings, increased capacity for intimacy, and increased self-confidence. Participating in therapy may also involve some discomfort, including remembering and discussing feelings and experiences. The process may evoke strong feelings of sadness, anger, fear, etc. There may be times in which the therapist will challenge patient’s perceptions and assumptions and offer different perspectives. The issues presented by patients may result in unintended outcomes, including changes in personal relationships. Patient should be aware that any decision on the status of his/her personal relationships is the responsibility of the patient. There are no guarantees about what you will experience, or when or how fast you will feel that your life has improved. Please initial hear that you have read and understand page 1: _________________ Confidentiality The information disclosed by patient confidential and will not be released to any third party without written authorization from patient, except where required or permitted by law. Exceptions to confidentiality, include, but are not limited to, reporting child abusechild, elder abuse and dependent adult abuse, when a patient makes a serious threat of violence toward a reasonably identifiable victim, or when the patient is dangerous to him/herself or the person or property of another. In certain legal situations, such as a child custody case or when your emotional condition is an issue, the judge may order me to testify. In the event that an account with me goes unpaid it is legal for me to disclose your name, dates of session and amount due to a collection agency or small claims court as necessary. When working with couples, I may ask all parties to sign a release of information so that I may share relevant information and give important feedback to all those participating in treatment. In a situation where one partner requests that I release information about the other partner, it is my policy not to release any information unless all partners sign an authorization allowing me to do so.