What psychologists should know?
Here are 12 things to consider.
- Remember, there’s no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ thing to talk about.
- If you find it hard to remember how you felt during the week, take notes out of session.
- Bring up whatever’s bugging you right now.
- Tell your therapist about what kept you up last night (or last week)
- Talk about your relationships.
Do therapists have to disclose information to clients?
Therapists are required by law to disclose information to protect a client or a specific individual identified by the client from “serious and foreseeable harm.” That can include specific threats, disclosure of child abuse where a child is still in danger, or concerns about elder abuse.
What do therapists wish you knew about what they do?
10 Things Therapists Wish You’d Understand About What They Do 1. We won’t call you crazy. 2. We don’t talk about you at brunch. 3. Change is always an absolute bitch. 4. We’re tired of you blaming only your parents. 5. You cannot shock us. 6. Talking is not the only work that you need to do. 7. This is not a TV show. 8. We’re also human.
Can therapists talk about clients without their permission?
If therapists felt comfortable talking and writing about clients without their permission, we’d be writing pilots for NBC. As fascinating as a client might be, I keep my lips zipped. I’m only talking about you if I’m seeking guidance from a supervisor or expert colleague, and even then, I’m not giving out your name or info.
What are the exceptions to confidentiality in psychology?
EXCEPTIONS TO CONFIDENTIALITY RULES. Licensed mental health professionals can break confidentiality in some circumstances. One of the most common scenarios is when a client is a threat to himself/herself or others, in which case a therapist must notify the person in danger or notify someone who can keep the client safe.