Welcome to CORE Therapy. This document is intended to help you understand what to expect from therapy, your rights as a client, and the limits of confidentiality. Your comfort, safety, and growth are our priorities.

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What to Expect from Therapy

Therapy is a collaborative process focused on helping you explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a safe, supportive environment. Our work together may include developing coping strategies, processing past experiences, setting goals, and building skills to support your well-being.

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While therapy can be highly effective, progress may vary and can sometimes involve discussing difficult emotions or situations.

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Client Rights

As a client, you have the right to:

• Be treated with dignity, respect, and without discrimination

• Ask questions about your therapy and therapist’s approach

• Decline or withdraw from therapy at any time

• Request referrals or second opinions

• Access your records, as allowed by law

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Confidentiality

Information shared in therapy is confidential and protected by law. However, there are a few exceptions where disclosure may be required:

• If there is reason to believe you are a danger to yourself or others

• In cases of suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elderly person, or vulnerable adult

• When required by a valid court order or legal obligation

In any such case, disclosure will be limited to what is necessary and required by law.

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Telehealth

If sessions are conducted via telehealth, efforts will be made to ensure your privacy through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms. You are responsible for securing your own environment during sessions.

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Communication

Non-urgent messages may be shared via phone or email, but email is not fully secure. Please use discretion and avoid sending sensitive personal information via email.