
Defining Moments Counseling, LLC
Defining Moments Counseling, LLC
Specializing in Counseling for Couples, Adults and Adolescents
Confidentiality and It's Limits
Confidentiality and It's Limits
Your treatment offers you the assurance that everything you say in a session with me is confidential, meaning I cannot share it with anyone outside of the two of us without a signed written release from you. The only time I can and must violate your confidence is in the following instances: If you told me you were going to kill yourself or someone else I will contact the police, hospital and any other individuals you name. If you tell me that a child or elderly person are being abused, I will report that to the State of New Hampshire. I do this to protect your safety and the safety of others.
I reside right here in the local community. If I see you at any time outside of the office, I will walk right by you with a smile. However, I will not acknowledge you unless you say "Hello" first. This is not to be rude in any way, simply to protect your confidentiality. If you say "Hello" I will be happy to greet you, or stop and chat, but I will take my cue from you.
Confidentiality: Keeping Personal Things Private