The law protects the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist. The information cannot be disclosed without written permission.

Exceptions include:

1. Suspected abuse of a child, dependent adult, or elder, for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.

2. If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.

3. If a client intends to harm him or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me by the law to ensure their safety.

4. If a therapist is subpoenaed by the court.