Before Your First Visit

Before Your First Visit

Welcome to my practice. The information provided below identifies patient’s rights and responsibilities:

 

  • A therapy session will last for forty-five minutes.
  • Confidentiality is strictly maintained unless there is a risk to self or others as judged by the therapist.
  • If you have a crisis which needs immediate assistance and you cannot reach me, please go to your local emergency department.
  • Cancellation notice is required twenty-four hours prior to a scheduled session to avoid charges for missed appointments.
  • In the case of a referral to another facility or provider, information will only be released with your written consent.
  • Insurance claims will be handled by the patient. A bill will be provided at each session that can be used to obtain reimbursement.
  • I provide a copy of your specific rights as a patient and health care recipient.

New clients should print and sign the PRIVACY FORM and fill out the NEW PATIENT INFORMATION FORM and bring them to their first session.