Informed Consent and Agreement. I, (print your name) understand and agree that Counseling/Psychotherapy is a process where mental health distresses and disorders are assessed, evaluated, and treated. It varies depending on the personalities of the therapist and patient, and the particular problems I bring forward. There are many different methods Therapists may use to deal with the problems that I hope to address. Counseling/Psychotherapy is not like some other health care visits or encounters where I do not play an active role. Instead, Counseling/Psychotherapy calls for a very active effort on my part. In order for the therapy to be most successful, I will have to work on the things we talk about both during our sessions and at home. I fully acknowledge that any benefit from psychotherapy is directly dependent upon my participation and my progression through therapy, but I fully acknowledge there is no guarantee or success rate that can be predicted in Counseling/Psychotherapy. Counseling/Psychotherapy can have benefits and risks. Since Counseling/Psychotherapy often involves discussing unpleasant aspects of my life, I may experience uncomfortable feelings like sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. On the other hand, Counseling/Psychotherapy has also been shown to have benefits for people who go through it. Counseling/Psychotherapy often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of distress. There are, however, no guarantees of what I will experience or accomplish. My initial individual meeting with Xxx Xxxxxxx will involve an evaluation of my apparent needs, as well as my previous experience inCounseling/Psychotherapy. I understand that Counseling/Psychotherapy involves a large commitment of time, money and energy and that I need to be very careful about the Counselor that I select. I understand that if I have any concerns or questions about Xxx Xxxxxxx’x therapeutic procedures, business policies or how confidential matters are dealt with, that it is my obligation to bring these concerns or questions to Xxx Xxxxxxx’x attention and that I can do so at any time. I understand that if I have further doubt about the Counseling/Psychotherapy that I am receiving from Xxx Xxxxxxx, that she will be happy to help me set up a meeting with another mental health professional, who might better meet my needs. I have been informed of and agree to the additional confidential and financial provisions discussed in Xx...
Informed Consent and Agreement. By signing any of these policies, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms set forth. Your signature is only required if you choose to engage with Scout or bring your own support pet.
