MINORS & PARENTS. Individuals over the age of eighteen have the right to independently consent to and receive mental health treatment without parental consent and, in that situation, information about that treatment cannot be disclosed to anyone without the individual’s agreement. While privacy in psychotherapy is very important, particularly with teenagers, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this requires that some private information be shared with parents. It is our policy only to share information that is considered necessary with his/her parents. This includes general information about the progress of the child’s treatment and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. Parents will also be provided with a summary of their child’s treatment when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child’s Authorization, unless the provider feels that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, the parents will be notified of this concern. Before giving parents any information, this will be discussed with the child, if possible, and an attempt will be made to handle any objections he/she may have. YOUR SIGNATURES ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE 1) BEEN GIVEN THIS AGREEMENT AND 2) READ AND AGREE TO ITS TERMS. IT ALSO SERVES AS AN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE HIPAA NOTICE FORM DESCRIBED ABOVE.
MINORS & PARENTS. In the state of North Carolina, children less than 18 years of age cannot independently consent to or receive mental health treatment without parental consent. While privacy in psychotherapy is very important, particularly with adolescents, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this may require that some private information be shared with parents or guardians.
MINORS & PARENTS. Clients under 18 years of age who are not emancipated and their parents should be aware that the law may allow parents to examine their child’s treatment records. Because privacy in psychotherapy is often crucial to successful progress, particularly with teenagers, it is sometimes my policy to request an agreement from parents that they consent to give up their access to their child’s records. If they agree, during treatment, I will provide them only with general information about the progress of the child’s treatment, and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. I will also provide parents with a summary of their child’s treatment when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child’s Authorization, unless I feel that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, I will notify the parents of my concern. Before giving parents any information, I will discuss the matter with the child, if possible, and do my best to handle any objections he/she may have.
MINORS & PARENTS. In Idaho, a child over the age of 14 generally has the right to get and amend their records related to mental health treatment. Your therapist cannot, as a health care provider, disclose confidential statements made by the child to the child's parents or others without the written permission of the child. There are a number of exceptions to this rule. For example, we may disclose such information if it is necessary to obtain insurance coverage, to carry out the treatment plan or to prevent harm to the child or others.
MINORS & PARENTS. Individuals over the age of eighteen have the right to independently consent to and receive mental health treatment without parental consent and, in that situation, information about that treatment cannot be disclosed to anyone without the individual’s agreement. While privacy in psychotherapy is very important, particularly with teenagers, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this requires that some private information be shared with parents. It is our policy only to share information that is considered necessary with his/her parents. This includes general information about the progress of the child’s treatment and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. Parents will also be provided with a summary of their child’s treatment when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child’s Authorization, unless the provider feels that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, the parents will be notified of this concern. Before giving parents any information, this will be discussed with the child, if possible, and an attempt will be made to handle any objections he/she may have.
MINORS & PARENTS. Children over the age of eighteen have the right to independently consent to and receive mental health treatment without parental consent. In this situation, information about that treatment cannot be disclosed to anyone without the child’s agreement. While privacy in therapy is important, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this requires that some private information be shared with parents. It is up to the discretion of each therapist to determine what is essential to share. Your therapist will discuss his or her personal practice with you during your initial appointment. If the therapist believes the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, the parents will be notified. TPC, Inc.
MINORS & PARENTS. Children over the age of eighteen have the right to independently consent to and receive mental health treatment without parental consent and, in that situation, information about that treatment cannot be disclosed to anyone without the child's agreement. While privacy in psychotherapy is very important, particularly with teenagers, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this requires that some private information be shared with parents. It is our policy only to share information that is considered necessary with his/her parents. This includes general information about the progress of the child's treatment and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. Parents will also be provided with a summary of their child's treatment when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child's Authorization, unless the therapist feels that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, the parents will be notified of this concern. Before giving parents any information, this will be discussed with the child, if possible, and an attempt will be made to handle any objections he/she may have. ID-THEFT PREVENTION. According to the ID-THEFT prevention policies of Xxxxxxx X. Xxxxxxxx, Ph.D., Inc. you will be required to bring a picture ID and your insurance card to your initial session.
MINORS & PARENTS. Children of any age have the right to independently consent to and receive mental health treatment without parental consent and, in that situation; information about that treatment cannot be disclosed to anyone without the child’s agreement. While privacy in psychotherapy is very important, particularly with teenagers, parental involvement is also essential to successful treatment and this requires that some private information be shared with parents. It is RHEMA Counseling & Support Services, PC’s policy not to provide treatment to a child under 12 unless he/she agrees that we can share whatever information we consider necessary with his/her parents or legal representative. For children 12 and over, we request an agreement between the client and his/her parents allowing us to share general information about the progress of the child’s treatment and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. We will also provide parents with a summary of their child’s treatment upon request when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child’s Authorization, unless we feel that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, we will notify the parents of our concern. Before giving parents any information, the counselor will discuss the matter with the child, if possible, and we will do our best to address any objections he/she may have.
MINORS & PARENTS. Although I do not regularly conduct a pediatric or adolescent practice, patients should be aware of the following general information: Patients under 15 years of age who are not emancipated and their parents should be aware that the law may allow parents to examine their child’s treatment records, unless I decide that such access is likely to injure the child. Because privacy in psychotherapy is often crucial to successful progress, particularly with teenagers, it is sometimes my policy to request an agreement from parents that they consent to give up access to their child’s records. If they agree, during treatment, I will provide them only with general information about the progress of the child’s treatment, and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. I will also provide parents with a summary of their child’s treatment when it is complete. Any other communication will require the child’s Authorization, unless I feel that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case, I will notify the parents of my concern. Before giving parents any information, I will attempt to discuss the matter with the child, if possible, and do my best to handle any objections he/she may have. PROFESSIONAL FEES My hourly fee for Psychotherapy is $200.00 per hour. Xxxxx XxXxxxxx handles my billing and can bill your insurance for the sessions. You will be charged the full amount of a session for failure to show for your appointment without 24-hour advanced notice. Your insurance company will not pay for this, so you will be billed directly. I also charge the above amount for other professional services you may need. I pro-rate the hourly cost if I work for periods of less than one hour. Other services may include letter writing, telephone conversations lasting longer than 5 minutes, consulting with other professionals with your permission, completing forms, filling out disability paperwork, preparing records or treatment summaries, and the time spent performing any other service you may request of me. If you become involved in legal proceedings that require my participation, you will be expected to pay for all professional time, including preparation and transportation costs even if I am called to testify by another party. I currently charge $500.00 per hour for court testimony. BILLING AND PAYMENTS I am happy to bill your insurance for your sessions if I accept your insurance plan. Payment is due at the time services are rendered if you do not have insurance...
MINORS & PARENTS. Clients under 14 years of age who are not emancipated and their parents should be aware that the law may allow parents to examine their child’s treatment records. Because privacy in psychotherapy is often crucial to successful progress, particularly with teenagers, for children between 14 and 18, it is sometimes my policy to request an agreement from parents that they consent to give up their access to their child’s records. If they agree, during treatment, I will provide them only with general information about the progress of the child’s treatment, and his/her attendance at scheduled sessions. I will also provide parents with either a verbal or written summary of their child’s treatment when it is complete, if they request it. Any other communication will require the child’s authorization, unless I feel that the child is in danger or is a danger to someone else, in which case I will notify the parents of my concern. Before giving parents any information, I will discuss the matter with the child, if possible, and do my best to handle any objections he/she may have.
