PAYMENT POLICY
1. In order to schedule a session, payment must be made in full, a minimum of 72 hours in advance.
2. Sessions may be booked one at a time or multiple sessions at a time.
3. All paid-for sessions are NON-REFUNDABLE (no exceptions).
4. Sessions can be cancelled and rescheduled NO LATER THAN 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE SESSION by email, text, or phone message.
5. Payment for sessions can only be processed via Venmo or Zelle. Via 818-645-7308
6. This therapist does not bill insurance or HSAs.
POLICIES FOR VIRTUAL/ONLINE SESSIONS
1. I understand that I will need a strong internet connection in order to use virtual/online therapy.
2. I will log onto the session at your session time, and will admit you into the session at that time. I will wait 15 minutes, and if you do not show up, you will forfeit this appointment.
If you have difficulty logging on, please send me a text message at 818-645-7308 and arrangements will be made to accomodate your needs.
3. I understand that internet connections can be imperfect. If we experience technical difficulties during session, arrangements will be made to accomodate the session (either continuing by phone, text, or rescheduling).
CONFIDENTIALITY
All interactions which take place in the setting of therapy are considered confidential. This includes requests by telephone, all interactions with this therapist, any scheduling or appointment notes, all session content records and any progress notes that I take during your sessions. You may choose to give me permission in writing to release any or specific information about you to any person or agency that you designate.
Limits to this agreement:
In some legal proceedings a judge may issue a court order. This would require me to testify in court.
If I learn of or believe that there is physical or sexual abuse or neglect of any person under 18 years of age, I must report this information to county child protection services.
If I learn of or believe that an elderly person, or disabled person is being abused or neglected, I must file a report with the appropriate state agency that handles elder abuse.
If I learn of or believe that you are threatening serious harm to another person, I am obligated to report this. This can be in the form of telling the person who you have threatened, contacting the police or placing you into hospitalization.
If there is evidence that you are a danger to yourself and I believe that you are likely to kill yourself unless protective measure are taken, I may be obligated to seek hospitalization for you or to contact family members or others who can help provide protection.
There may be times when I consult with outside sources about cases. In these cases, no personally identifiable information will be used to discuss this case. However, discussion topics will be used in order to ensure that I am getting and giving the best assistance possible. The persons with whom I discuss cases are legally bound to keep information confidential.