Matters discussed within a counselling session are strictly confidential. However, the following are some exceptions:
- The client provides written consent for the release of specific information to another health practitioner;
- The practitioner as part of his/her commitment to maintain best practice may decide to share certain unidentified data relating to the counselling process in the context of clinical supervision;
- The practitioner is required by court order or Legal Obligation to release information to appropriate authorities;
- The practitioner is of the opinion that under the obligation of duty of care appropriate disclosure is warranted.
Where possible any matter of disclosure will be discussed in the first instance with the client.
Mental Health Care Plans & Privacy
If you are attending a GP Counsellor, or have a Mental Health Care Plan in place for sessions with Psychologist your visits will register with Medicare Australia for the purpose of providing a rebate to you. However, this information is strictly private and cannot be accessed by any individual other than yourself or by an employer.