Policy Page

Confidential & Privacy Policy

Confidentiality is a key to the effectiveness of the Psychotherapy process, so the personal information you share in counselling will be kept confidential. Confidentiality continues after the end of the therapeutic relationship.

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There are, however, some exceptions to the therapist’s duty of confidentiality, in particular:

(a) If it is my opinion that a child is or may be at risk of abuse or neglect, or in need of protection;

(b) If it is my opinion that you or another person is at clear risk of imminent harm

(c) If I am called to speak in legal matters where keeping confidentiality would be in contravention of the law

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I occasionally discuss my work with other Psychotherapy. While I may disclose information for the purpose of a professional consultation, your identity will remain confidential.

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If you have any questions or concerns about how Ontario's s Personal Information Protection Act or the therapist’s personal information policies and procedures apply, please ask.

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Your Rights:

In therapy, it is your right at any time to:

(a) have a review of your progress and of any of the topics in this form;

(b) be provided with a referral to another therapist or health professional;

(c) withdraw consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, except where precluded by law;

(d) end the therapeutic relationship by so advising the psychotherapist;

(e) access or obtain a copy of the information in your therapy records, subject to legal requirements.

Your right of access to or to obtain a copy of your personal information continues after the end of the counselling relationship.

 

Concerns

If you have a concern about any aspect of your therapy, you are requested to first address it with your therapist (Kate Moebus). If this is impossible or unsafe, or if your concern is not resolved through discussion, you may contact the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario.