Group Therapy. Group Therapy are those therapeutic interventions for more than one client that focuses primarily on symptom reduction as a means to improve functional impairments. It may include group family therapy when families of two or more clients are present, and the client is not present.
Group Therapy. No Is the client willing to participate in group therapy and a group environment? Yes No Comments:
Group Therapy. In group therapy, it is of utmost importance that all members maintain confidentiality and neither disclose the content of sessions nor the identity of fellow group members. It is highly recommended that any meaningful exchange outside the group also be discussed in the group. In group therapy, the other members of the group are not therapists. They are not regulated by the same ethics and laws that bind a psychologist. The limits of confidentiality and the reporting laws have been outlined earlier in this document. While the expectation is that all group members will maintain confidentiality regarding anything said in the group, you cannot be certain that they will. You are ultimately responsible for what you say and what you think, feel, or do with the feedback you receive in the group.
Group Therapy. In group therapy, it is of utmost importance that all members maintain confidentiality and disclose neither the content of sessions nor the identity of fellow group members. It is highly recommended that any meaningful exchange outside the group also be discussed in the group. In group therapy, the other members of the group are not therapists. The same ethics and laws that bind me do not regulate them. The limits of confidentiality and the reporting laws have been outlined earlier in this document. While the expectation is that all group members will maintain confidentiality, you cannot be certain that they will always keep what you say in the group confidential. You are ultimately responsible for what you say and what you think, feel, or do with the feedback you receive in the group. Minors and Confidentiality: Communications between therapists and clients who are minors (under the age of 18) are confidential. However, parents and other guardians who provide authorization for their child’s treatment are often involved in their treatment. Consequently, I, in the exercise of my professional judgment, may discuss the treatment progress of a minor patient with the parent or caretaker. Patients who are minors and their parents are urged to discuss any questions or concerns that they have on this topic with me.
Group Therapy. All therapists are trained and supervised to provide group therapy using an integrative group psychotherapy model. This model includes elements of cognitive behavioral treatment (i.e. “talk therapy”) and expressive therapies (i.e. play therapy, game therapy, art therapy). This model is bolstered by an understanding of the developmental needs and goals of children and parents, and treatment is enhanced by regular individual sessions and parent meetings. ( )
Group Therapy. If you are participating in group therapy, you are expected to respect the confidentiality of other group members. However, the Clinic cannot guarantee that group members will maintain confidentiality.
Group Therapy. Medicare Part A-The treatment of 4 residents, regardless of payer source, who are performing the same or similar activities, and are supervised by a therapist or assistant who is not supervising any other individuals. NOTE: The minutes being coded on the MDS are unadjusted minutes, meaning, the minutes are coded in the MDS as the full time spent in therapy; however, the software grouper will allocate the minutes appropriately. In the case of group therapy, the minutes will be divided by 4. When a therapy student is involved with group therapy treatment, and one of the following occurs, the minutes may be coded as group therapy: The therapy student is providing the group treatment and the supervising therapist/assistant is not treating any residents and is not supervising other individuals (students or residents); or The supervising therapist/assistant is providing the group treatment and the therapy student is not providing treatment to any resident. In this case, the student is simply assisting the supervising therapist. Medicare Part B-The treatment of 2 or more individuals simultaneously, regardless of payer source, who may or may not be performing the same activity. When a therapy student is involved with group therapy treatment, and one of the following occurs, the minutes may be coded as group therapy: The therapy student is providing group treatment and the supervising therapist/assistant is not engaged in any other activity or treatment; or The supervising therapist/assistant is providing group treatment and the therapy student is not providing treatment to any resident. [October 2011 CMS’s RAI Version 3.0 Manual CH 3: MDS Items O] Occupational Therapy Assistants OTAs are allowed to be supervisors while providing services within their scope of work and performed under the direction and supervision of a licensed OT.
Group Therapy. Group therapy is not easily described in general statements. It varies depending on the personalities of the therapist, the patients and the particular problems being addressed. Education is a substantial part of group therapy; however, group interaction and support is also a major component. You will learn from and receive support from others who are experiencing similar concerns. In order for group therapy to be most successful, you will have to work on things we talk about both during our sessions and at home. Group therapy can have benefits and risks. Since therapy often involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, you may experience uncomfortable feelings like sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. On the other hand, group therapy has also been shown to have many benefits. Therapy often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of distress. However, there are no guarantees of what you will experience. Group Confidentiality In addition to standard confidentiality agreements (see below) we do require that each group member agree to keep identities and shared information of each group member confidential. When you sign this service agreement, you agree to keep confidentiality in the same manner as the therapist agreed to maintain confidentiality of the group. Contacting Us Due to our work schedules, we are often not immediately available by telephone. While we are usually in the office between 9:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Thursday, your therapist probably will not be able answer the phone because he/she is usually with patients. When we are unavailable, our telephones are answered by the receptionist [during normal office hours, 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Thursday], an answering service [when the secretary is not present and you dial 000.000.0000], or voice mail [when the secretary is not present and you dial 000.000.0000]. During our office hours, the receptionist usually informs us of phone calls between our appointments. The answering service can usually reach us after hours in an emergency. The voice mail is usually taken by the secretary. We will make every effort to return your call on the same day you make it, with the exception of weekends, after hours, and holidays. If you are difficult to reach, please inform us of some times when you will be available. [In emergencies and after hours, please call 000.000.0000 to reach the answering service.]...
Group Therapy. The nature of group Therapy makes it difficult to maintain confidentiality. If you choose to participate in group therapy, be aware that your Therapist cannot guarantee that other group members will maintain your confidentiality. However, your Therapist will make ever effort to maintain your confidentiality by reminding group members frequently of the importance of keeping what is said in group confidential. Your Therapist also has the right to remove any group member from the group should she discover that a group member has violated the confidentiality rule. Confidentiality and Technology Some clients may choose to use technology in their Therapy sessions. This includes but is not limited to online Therapy via Skype, telephone, email, text or chat. Due to the nature of online Therapy, there is always the possibility that unauthorized persons may attempt to discover your personal information. Your Therapist will take every precaution to safeguard your information but cannot guarantee that unauthorized access to electronic communications could not occur. Please be advised to take precautions with regard to authorized and unauthorized access to any technology used in Therapy sessions. Be aware of any friends, family members, significant others or co-workers who may have access to your computer, phone or other technology used in your Therapy sessions. Should a client have concerns about the safety of their email, your Therapist can arrange to encrypt email communication with you. Record Keeping Your Therapist may keep records of your Therapy sessions and a treatment plan which includes goals for your Therapy. These records are kept to ensure a direction to your sessions and continuity in service. They will not be shared except with respect to the limits to confidentiality discussed in the Confidentiality section. Should the client wish to have their records released, they are required to sign a release of information which specifies what information is to be released and to whom. Records will be kept for at least 7 years but may be kept for longer. Records will be kept either electronically on a USB flash drive or in a paper file and stored in a locked cabinet in the Therapist’s office. Professional Fees You are responsible for paying at the time of your session unless prior arrangements have been made. Payment must be made by check or cash. If you refuse to pay your debt, I reserve the right to use an attorney or collection agency to secure payment. If you ...
Group Therapy. In group therapy, it is of utmost important that all members maintain confidentiality and neither disclose the content of sessions nor the identity of fellow group members. It is highly recommended that any meaningful exchange outside the group also be discussed in the group. In group therapy, the other members of the group are not therapists. They are not regulated by the same ethics and laws that bind your therapist. The limits of confidentiality and the reporting laws have been outlined earlier in this document. While the expectation is that all group members will maintain confidentiality regarding anything said in the group, you cannot be certain that they will. You are ultimately responsible for what you say and what you think, feel, or do with the feedback you receive in the group. TREATMENT PLANS: Within a reasonable period of time after the initiation of treatment, Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx, Ph.D. will discuss with you her working understanding of the problem, treatment plan, therapeutic objectives, and her view of the possible outcomes of treatment. If you have any unanswered questions about any of the procedures used in the course of your therapy, their possible risks, Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx, Ph.D. 's expertise in employing them, or about the treatment plan, please ask and you will be answered fully. You also have the right to ask about other treatments for your condition and their risks and benefits.
