{"component": "clause", "props": {"groups": [{"samples": [{"hash": "atMpfzqgYaG", "uri": "/contracts/atMpfzqgYaG#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 31.0717910284, "published": true}, {"hash": "btnRu02xV1Y", "uri": "/contracts/btnRu02xV1Y#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 30.4011359713, "published": true}, {"hash": "aDfMssTQ7xD", "uri": "/contracts/aDfMssTQ7xD#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 30.2067828731, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "mail-system", "type": "clause", "offset": [57, 68]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [108, 119]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [197, 214]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [298, 308]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [333, 345]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [479, 493]}], "snippet": "Therapist\u2019s office is equipped with a confidential voice mail system that allows Patient to leave a message at any time. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that Patient is feeling unsafe or requires immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, he/she should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.", "size": 95, "hash": "e3df51a05f497440c0faac3227c71f5f", "id": 1}, {"samples": [{"hash": "eZ1rN5PGqFW", "uri": "/contracts/eZ1rN5PGqFW#therapist-availability", "label": "Consent for Couples Psychotherapy", "score": 24.8412046543, "published": true}, {"hash": "hTJBMt5EXSa", "uri": "/contracts/hTJBMt5EXSa#therapist-availability", "label": "Consent for Individual Psychotherapy", "score": 24.3839835729, "published": true}, {"hash": "koZFX0R10Dd", "uri": "/contracts/koZFX0R10Dd#therapist-availability", "label": "Consent for Individual Psychotherapy (Minor)", "score": 22.8843245962, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "mail-system", "type": "clause", "offset": [48, 59]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [95, 106]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [237, 247]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [373, 385]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [512, 526]}], "snippet": "My office is equipped with a confidential voice mail system that allows you to leave a message at any time. I will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours, but I cannot guarantee calls will be returned immediately. I am unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. To speak with a crisis counselor you may call the 24 hour Suicide/Crisis Hotline at: (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587. In the event that you are feeling unsafe or require immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, you should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.", "size": 13, "hash": "067eb3122c676135100607f11b9a2685", "id": 2}, {"samples": [{"hash": "ls1lbOo1qYM", "uri": "/contracts/ls1lbOo1qYM#therapist-availability", "label": "Fee Agreement and Cancellation Policy", "score": 28.2086594074, "published": true}, {"hash": "gZmF3dNR8Ql", "uri": "/contracts/gZmF3dNR8Ql#therapist-availability", "label": "Fee Agreement and Cancellation Policy", "score": 28.2086594074, "published": true}, {"hash": "alfRQiNz5z9", "uri": "/contracts/alfRQiNz5z9#therapist-availability", "label": "Fee Agreement and Cancellation Policy", "score": 28.2086594074, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "voice-mail", "type": "definition", "offset": [17, 27]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [57, 68]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [199, 216]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [300, 310]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [335, 347]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [469, 483]}], "snippet": "The confidential voice mail allows me to leave a message at any time by calling the number provided to me by my therapist. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day, but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately.) Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that I am feeling unsafe or require immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, I should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.", "size": 10, "hash": "db6907f334e1d36aff582a9dd7ba62b6", "id": 3}, {"samples": [{"hash": "j2P80fdpgcl", "uri": "/contracts/j2P80fdpgcl#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 33.1048873246, "published": true}, {"hash": "4w42CzDeHqF", "uri": "/contracts/4w42CzDeHqF#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 29.2979768365, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "your-therapist", "type": "clause", "offset": [25, 39]}, {"key": "general-rule", "type": "clause", "offset": [75, 87]}, {"key": "regularly-scheduled", "type": "definition", "offset": [156, 175]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [229, 240]}, {"key": "nature-of", "type": "clause", "offset": [417, 426]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [514, 531]}, {"key": "phone-calls", "type": "clause", "offset": [607, 618]}, {"key": "please-indicate", "type": "definition", "offset": [748, 763]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [887, 897]}, {"key": "in-the-event-of-a", "type": "clause", "offset": [922, 939]}, {"key": "psychiatric-emergency", "type": "definition", "offset": [951, 972]}, {"key": "your-safety", "type": "clause", "offset": [1008, 1019]}, {"key": "the-safety", "type": "clause", "offset": [1023, 1033]}, {"key": "request-emergency-assistance", "type": "clause", "offset": [1077, 1105]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [1128, 1142]}, {"key": "available-to", "type": "definition", "offset": [1197, 1209]}, {"key": "not-available", "type": "definition", "offset": [1349, 1362]}, {"key": "to-assist", "type": "clause", "offset": [1490, 1499]}, {"key": "domestic-violence", "type": "definition", "offset": [1650, 1667]}, {"key": "clinical-information", "type": "clause", "offset": [1705, 1725]}, {"key": "respond-to", "type": "definition", "offset": [1873, 1883]}, {"key": "potential-risks", "type": "definition", "offset": [1921, 1936]}, {"key": "electronic-communications", "type": "definition", "offset": [1946, 1971]}, {"key": "not-limited", "type": "clause", "offset": [1992, 2003]}, {"key": "an-e", "type": "clause", "offset": [2031, 2035]}, {"key": "confidential-information", "type": "clause", "offset": [2060, 2084]}, {"key": "loss-of", "type": "definition", "offset": [2118, 2125]}, {"key": "mobile-device", "type": "clause", "offset": [2150, 2163]}, {"key": "unauthorized-third-party", "type": "definition", "offset": [2221, 2245]}, {"key": "may-contain", "type": "definition", "offset": [2292, 2303]}, {"key": "other-defects", "type": "clause", "offset": [2315, 2328]}, {"key": "your-responsibility", "type": "definition", "offset": [2339, 2358]}, {"key": "to-ensure", "type": "clause", "offset": [2359, 2368]}, {"key": "in-addition", "type": "clause", "offset": [2392, 2403]}, {"key": "clinical-record", "type": "definition", "offset": [2457, 2472]}, {"key": "responding-to", "type": "clause", "offset": [2535, 2548]}, {"key": "text-messages", "type": "definition", "offset": [2559, 2572]}, {"key": "our-clients", "type": "clause", "offset": [2590, 2601]}, {"key": "use-of-the-internet", "type": "clause", "offset": [2616, 2635]}, {"key": "social-media-sites", "type": "definition", "offset": [2670, 2688]}, {"key": "potential-loss", "type": "definition", "offset": [2697, 2711]}, {"key": "privacy-and", "type": "definition", "offset": [2715, 2726]}, {"key": "the-therapeutic-relationship", "type": "clause", "offset": [2739, 2767]}, {"key": "former-clients", "type": "definition", "offset": [2846, 2860]}, {"key": "in-person", "type": "clause", "offset": [3044, 3053]}, {"key": "business-review-sites", "type": "clause", "offset": [3114, 3135]}, {"key": "ethics-code", "type": "clause", "offset": [3198, 3209]}], "snippet": "You are welcome to phone your therapist in between sessions. However, as a general rule, it is our belief that important issues are better addressed within regularly scheduled sessions. You may leave a message for your therapist at any time on her confidential voicemail. If you wish your therapist to return your call, please be sure to leave your name and phone number(s), along with a brief message concerning the nature of your call. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Non- urgent phone calls are returned during the therapist\u2019s normal workdays within 24-48 hours. If you have an urgent need to speak with your therapist, please indicate that fact in your message and follow any instructions that are provided by your therapist\u2019s voicemail. Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency or emergency involving a threat to your safety or the safety of others, the patient should call 911 and request emergency assistance, or go to the nearest emergency room. You should be aware that your therapist is generally available to return phone calls within approximately 24-48 hours. Your therapist is not able to return phone calls after 8:00pm (PST) Your therapist is not available to return phone calls on Sunday. You should also be aware of the following resources that are available in the local community to assist individuals who are in crisis: Uplift Crisis Line-24 hours (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 Center-resource for teens (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 Next Door-resource for domestic violence (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 Other: 911 Sensitive, clinical information is to be discussed over the phone or in-person as deemed appropriate by the therapist. For appropriate e-mail or text communication therapist will respond to your e-mail or text within 24 hours. Potential risks of using electronic communications may include but are not limited to; inadvertent sending of an e-mail or text containing confidential information to the wrong recipient, theft or loss of the computer, laptop or mobile device storing confidential information, and interception by an unauthorized third party through an unsecured network. E-mail messages may contain viruses or other defects and it is your responsibility to ensure that it is virus-free. In addition, e-mail or text communication may become part of the clinical record. You may be charged for time the therapist spends reading and responding to emails or text messages. Our concern for our clients regarding the use of the Internet to communicate, especially within social media sites, is the potential loss of privacy and blurring of the therapeutic relationship. For this reason, we try to minimize contact on the web with both current and former clients. Friending: We do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former clients on any social media site. We also don\u2019t search for or \u201cfriend\u201d our clients. Let\u2019s meet and talk in person, or send personal emails, not through Facebook. Fanning and Business Review Sites: The California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists Ethics Code prohibits our soliciting testimonials from our clients. We can\u2019t stop you from \u201cliking\u201d us, but you should be aware that if you do so, you will be compromising your own privacy.", "size": 9, "hash": "52941afeb259f70a4b108265682d2641", "id": 4}, {"samples": [{"hash": "cDZNx5Zg01u", "uri": "/contracts/cDZNx5Zg01u#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 23.0739219713, "published": true}, {"hash": "2Y7F5RP2qKd", "uri": "/contracts/2Y7F5RP2qKd#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 23.0054757016, "published": true}, {"hash": "iCp3dYTit45", "uri": "/contracts/iCp3dYTit45#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 22.9644079398, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "mail-system", "type": "clause", "offset": [57, 68]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [108, 119]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [197, 214]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [298, 308]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [333, 345]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [479, 493]}, {"key": "to-assist", "type": "clause", "offset": [589, 598]}, {"key": "domestic-violence", "type": "definition", "offset": [661, 678]}, {"key": "length-of", "type": "clause", "offset": [729, 738]}, {"key": "timing-of-the", "type": "clause", "offset": [762, 775]}, {"key": "termination-of", "type": "definition", "offset": [785, 799]}, {"key": "treatment-plan", "type": "clause", "offset": [847, 861]}, {"key": "your-termination", "type": "clause", "offset": [922, 938]}, {"key": "your-therapist", "type": "clause", "offset": [962, 976]}, {"key": "plan-for-termination", "type": "clause", "offset": [1008, 1028]}, {"key": "completion-of", "type": "clause", "offset": [1060, 1073]}, {"key": "treatment-alternatives", "type": "clause", "offset": [1274, 1296]}, {"key": "changing-your", "type": "clause", "offset": [1373, 1386]}], "snippet": "Therapist\u2019s office is equipped with a confidential voice mail system that allows Patient to leave a message at any time. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that Patient is feeling unsafe or requires immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, he/she should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. You should also be aware of the following resources that are available in the local community to assist individuals who are in crisis: Crisis Hotline: (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 Domestic Violence Help: (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 Hospital: (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 The length of your treatment and the timing of the eventual termination of your treatment depend on the specifics of your treatment plan and the progress you achieve. It is a good idea to plan for your termination, in collaboration with your therapist. Your therapist will discuss a plan for termination with you as you ap- proach the completion of your treatment goals. You may discontinue therapy at any time. If you or your therapist determines that you are not benefiting from treatment, either of you may elect to initiate a discussion of your treatment alternatives. Treatment alterna- tives may include, among other possibilities, referral, changing your treatment plan, or terminating your ther- apy.", "size": 6, "hash": "22f7e2364e1a6eee7c211370e6b9a76d", "id": 5}, {"samples": [{"hash": "8bSKyHVaVoO", "uri": "/contracts/8bSKyHVaVoO#therapist-availability", "label": "Therapist Candidate Minor Service Agreement", "score": 30.800791638, "published": true}, {"hash": "jqcDSOmJFXn", "uri": "/contracts/jqcDSOmJFXn#therapist-availability", "label": "Minor Service Agreement", "score": 28.4495477545, "published": true}, {"hash": "iDt5NJfKVoR", "uri": "/contracts/iDt5NJfKVoR#therapist-availability", "label": "Minor Service Agreement", "score": 27.800791638, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "appointment-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [46, 62]}, {"key": "crisis-line", "type": "clause", "offset": [191, 202]}], "snippet": "Should you require assistance outside of your appointment time, you may leave a message with the receptionist (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587. If immediate assistance is required, consider calling the Klinic Crisis Line", "size": 5, "hash": "934b55c73674f69db5f5525fdb4e07ce", "id": 6}, {"samples": [{"hash": "5LBEDsRRgGZ", "uri": "/contracts/5LBEDsRRgGZ#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 30.7652058595, "published": true}, {"hash": "a7DkHKSD03E", "uri": "/contracts/a7DkHKSD03E#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 29.9220966448, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [77, 88]}, {"key": "within-one-business-day", "type": "clause", "offset": [139, 162]}, {"key": "pro-rata", "type": "clause", "offset": [295, 303]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [325, 335]}, {"key": "psychiatric-evaluation", "type": "definition", "offset": [418, 440]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [486, 500]}], "snippet": "Therapist has a confidential voicemail system and Client may leave a message at any time. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within one business day, but cannot guarantee calls will be returned immediately. Between-session phone conversations longer than 10 minutes may be charged pro rata. Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. If Client is feeling unsafe or needs immediate medical or psychiatric evaluation, he/she should call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.", "size": 4, "hash": "42c8c47a8aa90e30c8413be56c75a6c7", "id": 7}, {"samples": [{"hash": "80VEENk1isP", "uri": "/contracts/80VEENk1isP#therapist-availability", "label": "Service Agreement", "score": 25.3422313484, "published": true}, {"hash": "2p08sgqGtA0", "uri": "/contracts/2p08sgqGtA0#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 25.1820670773, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "mail-system", "type": "clause", "offset": [48, 59]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [99, 110]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [188, 205]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [289, 299]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [326, 338]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [472, 486]}, {"key": "line-number", "type": "definition", "offset": [515, 526]}], "snippet": "Therapist is equipped with a confidential voice mail system that allows Patient to leave a message at any time. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Therapist is unable to provide 24-\u00ad\u2010hour crisis service. In the event that Patient is feeling unsafe or requires immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, he/she should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. The 24 Hour Suicide Crisis Line number is: (415) 781-\u00ad\u20100500.", "size": 3, "hash": "17e628d6c266b2235cba8e6d95166683", "id": 8}, {"samples": [{"hash": "fOAYjHwQeyR", "uri": "/contracts/fOAYjHwQeyR#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 21.8131416838, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "your-therapist", "type": "clause", "offset": [0, 14]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [81, 98]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [184, 194]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [219, 231]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [366, 380]}], "snippet": "Your therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Your therapist unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that a client is feeling unsafe or requires immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, he/she should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.", "size": 3, "hash": "25fd4879a1e483b3475e13be72a259bc", "id": 9}, {"samples": [{"hash": "7q9DrkqHQnf", "uri": "/contracts/7q9DrkqHQnf#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent for Minors", "score": 22.6769336071, "published": true}, {"hash": "eap1iu9Sgu1", "uri": "/contracts/eap1iu9Sgu1#therapist-availability", "label": "Agreement for Service / Informed Consent", "score": 20.6769336071, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "mail-system", "type": "clause", "offset": [57, 68]}, {"key": "at-any-time", "type": "clause", "offset": [108, 119]}, {"key": "next-business-day", "type": "definition", "offset": [197, 214]}, {"key": "to-provide", "type": "definition", "offset": [298, 308]}, {"key": "in-the-event", "type": "clause", "offset": [333, 345]}, {"key": "emergency-room", "type": "clause", "offset": [483, 497]}, {"key": "mental-health", "type": "definition", "offset": [551, 564]}, {"key": "emergency-facility", "type": "definition", "offset": [674, 692]}, {"key": "general-hospital", "type": "definition", "offset": [716, 732]}], "snippet": "Therapist\u2019s office is equipped with a confidential voice mail system that allows Patient to leave a message at any time. Therapist will make every effort to return calls within 24 hours (or by the next business day), but cannot guarantee the calls will be returned immediately. Therapist is unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that the Patient is feeling unsafe or requires immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, he/she should call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. The emergency room closest to Real Life Therapy for mental health is assessment is: Heritage Oaks, \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, \u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587. The closest medical emergency facility to my office is \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 General Hospital, \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 \u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, \u2587\u2587 \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587, (\u2587\u2587\u2587) \u2587\u2587\u2587-\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587.", "size": 2, "hash": "6c39308e753f5909a14f6963b29ea1fa", "id": 10}], "next_curs": "Cl8SWWoVc35sYXdpbnNpZGVyY29udHJhY3RzcjsLEhZDbGF1c2VTbmlwcGV0R3JvdXBfdjU2Ih90aGVyYXBpc3QtYXZhaWxhYmlsaXR5IzAwMDAwMDBhDKIBAmVuGAAgAA==", "clause": {"title": "Therapist Availability", "children": [], "size": 178, "parents": [], "id": "therapist-availability", "related": [["high-availability", "High Availability", "High Availability"], ["service-availability", "Service Availability", "Service Availability"], ["product-availability", "Product Availability", "Product Availability"], ["system-availability", "System Availability", "System Availability"], ["epp-service-availability", "EPP service availability", "EPP service availability"]], "related_snippets": [], "updated": "2025-07-07T12:36:18+00:00", "also_ask": ["What minimum availability standards should be specified to ensure client access and satisfaction?", "How can the clause address contingencies like therapist illness or emergency unavailability?", "What are the legal risks if therapist availability falls below the agreed threshold?", "How does this clause compare to industry norms or regulatory requirements for therapist access?", "What language strengthens enforceability if a dispute over availability arises in court?"], "drafting_tip": "Specify therapist working hours to set clear expectations, define notice requirements for unavailability to ensure continuity of care, and outline emergency contact procedures to protect client safety.", "explanation": "The Therapist Availability clause defines the terms under which a therapist will be accessible to provide services to clients. It typically outlines the specific days, hours, or methods (such as in-person, phone, or online) during which the therapist can be contacted or scheduled for sessions. This clause ensures that both parties have a clear understanding of when and how therapy services can be accessed, helping to manage expectations and prevent misunderstandings regarding scheduling and communication."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}