Client Consent Form
Client Consent Form
Client Consent Form
The following form contains information about my professional practice and policies. It will give
you an idea of how I work. Upon signing of the form you agree to the policies and procedures that I
follow. In case you have any queries, feel free to discuss them with me.
Counselling Process
Counselling is a goal directed and confidential process where the therapist helps the client address
their concerns, learn effective coping strategies and successfully reach their desired goal.
Therapy differs for every client based on the concerns they come with and the modality the therapist
utilises. In the first few sessions we will evaluate your problem and needs. We will discuss what you
expect out of the process, your goals and requirements. Each session will last for 50 minutes and the
frequency of sessions can vary according to the client’s needs. Since every client comes with unique
concerns and goals, the length of treatment also differs accordingly.
I may recommend you for a clinical evaluation, if referral to a psychiatrist or clinician for
assessment is required in the case. The choice to follow through remains with you as do the
consequences of choices related to taking or not taking the prescribed medications.
Confidentiality
Whatever we discuss during the session, records, progress, and any other type of content will be
kept strictly confidential. You are guaranteed full privacy of our conversations. Any records will be
kept in password protected devices. I may consult with other professionals in the team for best
course of therapy.
Exceptions to Confidentiality
Online bank transfer is the accepted mode of payment which is to be made 24 hours before the
session. Your session will be scheduled only upon confirmation of the payment.
Cancellations or reschedule are to be made 24 hours in advance and you will receive a full refund if
made within the mentioned window. In case of late cancellations or reschedules, you will be
charged fully.
After starting the session, I will wait for 15 minutes from the scheduled time. If no contact has been
made from your side (text, call or email), the session will be considered a no-show session and no
reschedule or refunds will be provided. Please note this is only if no type of contact is made after
the scheduled start time.
Termination
You can terminate therapy anytime. Although I encourage you to discuss the intentions and reasons
with me first. Likewise I can terminate therapy upon providing reasonable grounds. Termination
may be done when you and I feel that you have achieved your desired goals and can function
without my guidance. We will continue having follow up sessions to ease the transition.
Acknowledgement
Emergency contact name, number and relation with client: Jitendra Batra (Father), no: +91
9007502237
I have read, fully understood and accepted the purpose, risks and benefits of counselling, the sharing
of personal information, the nature and limits of confidentiality, and what is expected of me as a
client. I accept to participate in the counselling process.
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