Client Confidentiality Policy

client confidentiality policy

No information regarding a client will be shared or distributed.

exceptions to confidentiality

Under the following conditions it may be necessary to disclose information pertaining to a client:

• If in Alex’s judgement a client poses a risk of harm to themselves or to others.

• If a client reports information indicating that a vulnerable person is suffering neglect or abuse.

• If appropriate & only after seeking consent from the client, it is felt necessary to consult with a treating physician, therapist, other care provider, social services or the police.

In some cases Alex’s work will take place as part of a wider clinical or therapeutic team. In such cases it may be useful for Alex to participate in team meetings, reflective practice groups & supervision sessions.

In these instances all references to a client will be anonymised.

All clients are asked to give contact details for their primary physician &/or their primary therapist/care provider.

who alex might disclose information to

Depending on the nature of the risk the following may be contacted:

• local authority safeguarding services

• a client’s GP

• a client’s primary mental health provider or therapist

• the police

This confidentiality policy was last updated on Monday February 1st 2021