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A.C.C.E.P.T. FAMILY COUNSELING, INC.
Adults, Couples, & Children Experiencing Pain & Trauma
Valerie Barrows, LMFT
Founder/Owner
PRIVACY & POLICY
Confidentiality & Privacy Policy
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The law protects the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission.
Exceptions include:
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Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse, for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
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If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
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If a client intends to harm himself or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in ensuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me by law in order to ensure their safety.
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