Is therapy confidential?

Information shared in therapy is considered privileged communication. There are, however, a few things that require a therapist to disclose information, with or without the consent of the client. North Carolina law and ethical practice require me to notify appropriate state agencies if I suspect or know of:

• Child abuse
• Abuse to an elderly or disabled person
• Eminent danger to yourself and/or another person
• If I am subpoenaed by a court of law
  

In matters where disclosure is not authorized or required by law, confidential information will not be released without your written authorization.

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