Common use of Risks and Benefits of Therapy Clause in Contracts

Risks and Benefits of Therapy. Psychotherapy is a process in which Therapist and Client discuss a variety of issues, experiences and memories for the purpose of creating positive change so Client can experience life more fully. It provides an opportunity to better and more deeply understand oneself and any difficulties one may be experiencing. Psychotherapy is a joint effort between Client and Therapist. Progress and success may vary depending upon the particular issues being addressed, as well as many other factors. Therapy may result in a number of benefits to Client, including but not limited to less stress/anxiety, fewer negative thoughts/behaviors, better relationships, and more self-confidence. Such benefits will require substantial effort by Client, including active participation in therapy, and honesty and openness to change feelings/thoughts/behaviors. There is no guarantee therapy will yield any or all of the benefits above. It may involve some discomfort, including recalling and discussing unpleasant feelings/experiences, and may evoke strong feelings of sadness, anger, fear, etc. At times Therapist may challenge Client’s perceptions and offer different ones. Issues Client presents may result in unintended outcomes, such as relationship change. Any decision as to personal relationships is Client’s responsibility. During the therapy process, many find that they feel worse before they feel better; this is normal. Client should discuss any concerns with Therapist.

Risks and Benefits of Therapy. Psychotherapy is a process in which Therapist and Client Patient discuss a variety myriad of issues, experiences and memories for the purpose of creating positive change so Client Patient can experience life more fully. It provides an opportunity to better and more deeply understand oneself and any difficulties one may be experiencing. Psychotherapy is a joint effort between Client Patient and Therapist. Progress and success may vary depending upon the particular issues being addressed, as well as many other factors. Therapy may result in a number of benefits to ClientPatient, including but not limited to less stress/anxiety, fewer negative thoughts/behaviors, better relationships, more comfort in social/work/family settings, and more self-self- confidence. Such benefits will may require substantial effort by ClientPatient, including active participation in therapy, and honesty honesty, and openness to change feelings/thoughts/behaviors. There is no guarantee therapy will yield any or all of the benefits above. It may involve some discomfort, including recalling and discussing unpleasant feelings/experiences, and may evoke strong feelings of sadness, anger, fear, etc. At times Therapist may challenge ClientPatient’s perceptions and offer different onesperspectives. Issues Client Patient presents may result in unintended outcomes, such as relationship change. Any decision as to his/her personal relationships is ClientPatient’s responsibility. During the therapy process, many find that they feel worse before they feel better; this is normal. Client Patient should discuss any concerns with Therapist.