Privacy policy
CONFIDENTIALITY
The information you share in counseling is privileged and confidential. including content of your sessions,progress in counseling, and your records are confidential. As a rule, I will disclose no information about you, or the fact that you are my patient, without your written consent. You may request in writing that the release of specific information about your counseling to persons you designate.
EXCEPTIONS TO CONFIDENTIALITY
If I have reason to suspect that a child is abused or neglected, I am required by Georgia law to report the matter immediately to the DFCS.
If a court order, issued by a judge that may require me to release information contained in records and/or require me to testify in a court hearing. If I receive a subpoena for records or testimony, you will be notified.
If there is evidence of serious threat or harm to self or others, I am legally required to report this information to the authorities responsible for ensuring safety.