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Confidentiality
Therapy may require the sharing of highly personal or embarrassing information with Dr. Evans. With a few exceptions, the law mandates absolute confidentiality in therapy. Not only will all discussions with Dr. Evans remain private forever, the fact that you were his client will also remain confidential — forever.
Once you understand the professional confidentiality and nonjudgmental attitude offered by Dr. Evans, fears along these lines should not be a problem. Dr. Evans’ goal is to help you resolve issues and problems while experiencing a wonderful process of self-discovery. Judging you for your ideas, feelings, or behavior is not a part of this process. In fact, Dr. Evans understands that it is these very strict rules of confidentiality that create a climate in which his clients feel comfortable discussing any subject whatsoever.
If Dr. Evans is to release any information to anyone including your employer and insurance company, a signed release from the client is required. Of course, there are some situations in which the law requires Dr. Evans to break the rules of confidentiality. These situations include the potential for a client to harm himself/herself or others, litigation involving children, elderly, or handicapped, and litigation against Dr. Evans. Be aware that your insurance company may require you to sign a release before they offer you coverage and, in fact, you may already have signed such a release. You may want to consider paying for therapy yourself to avoid the loss of confidentiality that is a part of most insurance plans.
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