Body Mind Wholeness Inc.,
Office Policies & Procedures
Dr. Michael Hofrath
310-488-0241
Michael@bodymindwholeness.com
www.bodymindwholeness.com.
LICENSING DISCLAIMER
As I am currently in process of completing the required hours for state licensure, I am required by lawto provide the following disclaimer. / am not a licensed psychologist, medical doctor. or health care professional and my services do not replace the care of psychologists, doctors, or other healthcare professionals. Holistic Integrative Somatic therapy is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling. psychotherapy, mental health counseling. or any other type of psychotherapy or medical advice.
I provide a more holistic. integrative approach to healing. I hold a PhD in Depth Psychology. emphasis Somatic Studies, and am certified as an advanced trauma specialist (RITTM), in EMDR and NeuroAffective Touch (NAT) with extensive experience in addiction. recovery. eating disorders and extensive training in psycho-spiritual shamanic soul healing practices, psychedelic-assisted therapy & research and integration counseling.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All information disclosed within treatment sessions and corresponding documentation are strictly confidential. Release of records require a client's express written permission, except in situations in which disclosure is required by law. There are circumstances in which Dr. Hofrath may have an ethical responsibility to disclose client records such as reasonable suspicion of child or elder abuse or neglect, if a client presents a danger to self or others, or if an immediate family member is concerned client may be a danger to self or others. Dr. Hofrath does not release treatment records to outside partis unless authorized through written consent by said client.
CANCELLATIONS
Dr. Hofrath has a 24-hour advance cancellation notice and re-scheduling policy unless otherwise agreed upon in advance. Clients will be charged the full session fee for short notice cancellations or missed sessions without prior advance notice.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Dr. Hofrath takes client personal safety very seriously. If he believes a client may commit self-harm or harm to others, he will take whatever action(s) are necessary within the limits of the law to protect clients and others, including contacting 911 and / or the emergency contact listed in client's information. For emergencies outside of treatment sessions please first call 911, then call Dr. Michael Hofrath on his direct line 310-488-0241.
PAYMENT OF SERVICES
Clients are expected to pay the mutually agreed upon treatment fee at the end of each session unless other payment arrangements were made in advance. Telephone conversations, site visits, writing and reading of reports, consultations with other professionals, release of information, reading records, longer sessions, travel time, etc. will be charged at a prorated rate in 15-minute increments, unless indicated and agreed upon otherwise.
HEALTH INSURANCE
Dr. Hofrath does not accept medical insurance. Upon written request he will provide an invoice for somatic therapy treatment services rendered. Dr. Hofrath is not un-licensed, and as such cannot provide a medical diagnosis.
LITIGATION
If a client is involved in a litigation process during therapy, or after treatment is terminated. Dr. Hofrath will only release treatment session notes/ records through written approval from said client. Serious consequences may result from the disclosure of treatment records, negatively affect the outcome of custody disputes or other legal matters.