We are bound by ethical and legal requirements to keep your secrets safe. All of them!
There are certain exceptions to confidentiality.
If we suspect you are a threat to yourself or someone around. If a therapist believes that you are in imminent danger of hurting yourself or someone else, a family member, police or ambulance will be called to ensure safety.
If we suspect child abuse or domestic violence. Therapists are mandated reporters and we are legally and ethically required to report our suspicions.
If we receive a signed court order from a Judge. We do not provide records, based on an attorney’s request, even if you signed an authorization.